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Based in Barcelona, Spain, A-Champs develops interactive, gamified training hardware and software systems that are designed to improve physical and cognitive performance. The company produces the ROX system, which utilizes smart, touch-sensitive light and sound pods connected to a mobile application to guide users through agility, reaction, and coordination drills. The technology is utilized by professional sports teams, physical therapists, and youth sports organizations, including a notable commercial partnership to provide rebounding walls and smart sensors for football training at VCF Academy. Operating with a team of 18 employees and generating an estimated $2.9 million in annual revenue, the enterprise initially funded its production by raising over $100,000 through the Kickstarter platform and is managed by executives including Chief Marketing Officer David Findlay. A-Champs was founded in 2016 by Kilian Saekel and Wayne Lin.
A-Champs has raised $120K across 1 funding round.
A-Champs has raised $120K in total across 1 funding round.
A-Champs has raised $120K in total across 1 funding round.
A-Champs's investors include Wildcard Ventures.
A-Champs has raised $120K across 1 funding round. Most recently, it raised $120K Seed in April 2020.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 1, 2020 | $120K Seed | — | Wildcard Ventures | Announced |
A-Champs is a Barcelona-based sports technology company specializing in advanced reaction training systems designed to enhance athletic performance through multi-sensory stimulation. Their flagship product, the ROX Reaction Training Lights System, integrates light, sound, and vibration cues to improve athletes' cognitive, physical, and technical skills by training perception, processing, and reaction speed. The system serves professional athletes, coaches, therapists, and fitness enthusiasts across various sports such as soccer, hockey, and combat sports, as well as neurorehabilitation contexts. A-Champs’ solutions are used by elite clubs worldwide, including over half of Bundesliga teams and many clubs in LaLiga, the Premier League, and Major League Soccer, reflecting strong growth and adoption in top-tier sports environments[1][2][3][4].
Founded in 2019, A-Champs emerged from a passion for empowering coaches and athletes to reach peak performance using science-driven training methods. The founders leveraged sports science and neuro-training principles to develop a system that goes beyond traditional training by incorporating real-time reaction data and multi-sensory stimuli. A pivotal moment in their growth was the 2023 acquisition of Goal Station, a Danish innovator in smart soccer training environments, which expanded their capabilities and global reach by integrating complementary expertise in sports science and technology. This strategic move positioned A-Champs as a leader in cognitive and physical player development ecosystems[1][2].
A-Champs rides the growing trend of integrating cognitive science and technology into sports training, addressing the increasing demand for data-driven, holistic athlete development. The timing is favorable as modern sports emphasize not only physical skills but also intelligence, perception, and rapid decision-making. Market forces such as the rise of wearable tech, AI, and big data analytics in sports create a fertile environment for A-Champs’ solutions. By combining multi-sensory stimuli with real-time data tracking, A-Champs influences the broader ecosystem by setting new standards for cognitive and physical training integration, pushing the industry toward more scientific and measurable performance improvements[1][2][4].
Looking ahead, A-Champs is poised to expand its global footprint further, especially in the United States, where demand for cognitive-focused sports training is growing rapidly. Continued innovation in AI and sensor technology will likely enhance their product capabilities, enabling even more personalized and effective training programs. Their integrated ecosystem approach, strengthened by the Goal Station acquisition, positions them to lead in cognitive sports training and rehabilitation. As sports increasingly value mental agility alongside physical prowess, A-Champs’ influence is expected to deepen, potentially extending into broader health and wellness markets beyond elite sports[2][4].
