Athletica Cetilar – Performance Center was born from the union of two unique realities: Athletica Viareggio, a center specialized in athletic preparation, mental training and physiotherapy, and Cetilar®, a brand synonymous with excellence in sports medicine and nutrition.
The Athletica Cetilar team is made up of top professionals in medicine and sport, each specialized in different areas, to provide comprehensive expertise and services covering every aspect of performance and athletes’ health.
THE BEST PROFESSIONALS IN SPORT AND HEALTH,
SUPPORTING YOU TOWARDS EXCELLENCE
Dr. Pietro Bonciani
Medical Director and Specialist in Sports Medicine
Dr. Pietro Bonciani holds a degree in Medicine and Surgery and is specialized in Sports Medicine from the University of Pisa. He has developed specific expertise in the use of high-energy laser technology, with further training in surgical laser therapy at AIRAS (University of Padua).
Since 1996, he has been an associate physician at the Sports Medicine Association of Viareggio. He has been a lecturer at SIUMB since 2015 and has served as Medical Director at FisioLaserSport since 2016. In 2024, he was appointed Medical Director and Lead Physician at the Athletica Cetilar – Performance Center.
Throughout his career, he has worked with Pisa Calcio (1994–1999), collaborated with the Laser Center at San Rossore Private Clinic (1993–1996), and served as Medical Director at Centro Le Querciole (2019–2021). He has developed extensive experience in the treatment of musculoskeletal disorders, particularly in athletes.
Alessio Erra
Co-founder & Head of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation
Graduated in Physiotherapy from the University of Pisa, with a Master’s degree in Clinical Posturology and various specializations in Manual Therapy, including the Maitland Concept, Stecco Fascial Manipulation, and Osteopathic Strain and Counterstrain Therapy.
His passion for Motorsport led him in 2010 to work with drivers from various categories, including Charles Leclerc, Robert Kubica, George Russell, Marcus Ericsson, Antonio Fuoco, Rubens Barrichello, Andrea Kimi Antonelli, and many others.
In 2021, together with Filippo Della Latta, he founded Athletica – Sports Conditioning & Rehab, and in 2024 Atheltica Cetilar, two sports training and physiotherapy centers, which quickly became an international reference in the motorsport industry.
Filippo Della Latta
Co-founder & Head of Training
Graduated in Sports Science, with numerous specialization courses, including several Master’s degrees in Rehabilitation and Functional Re-education, Sport Performance, and Slimming & Hypertrophy.
Over the years, he has worked in various sports fields, particularly combat sports, motorsport, tennis, and sailing, supporting both individual athletes and teams.
In motorsport, he has worked with hundreds of professional drivers, from karting to Formula 1, including motorcycling and endurance racing, assisting athletes both in physical preparation and trackside support around the world. In 2021, together with Alessio Erra, he founded Athletica – Sports Conditioning & Rehab, and in 2024 Athletica Cetilar, two sports training and physiotherapy centers, which quickly became an international reference in the motorsport industry.
Marco Casarotti
Sports Psychologist
Dr. Marco Casarotti is a sports psychologist with over ten years of experience in professional motorsport. He has worked with teams such as PREMA Powerteam and the Ferrari Driver Academy, supporting drivers throughout their development pathway, from karting to Formula 1.
His work focuses on helping athletes develop the mental and emotional skills required to compete at the highest level. By integrating neuroscience principles with practical experience in racing environments, Dr. Casarotti supports drivers in improving focus, confidence, resilience, and overall wellbeing.
He has worked with athletes across multiple motorsport categories, including Formula 4, Formula 3, Formula 2, GT World Challenge, and endurance events such as the 24 Hours of Spa and the 24 Hours of Daytona.
His approach also includes close collaboration with families, supporting the holistic development of young drivers both as athletes and as individuals.
Stefano Nicoletti
Mental coach
Relational trainer and mental coach, as well as a father of two adolescent athletes, he has been supporting athletes of all levels and disciplines for over ten years in achieving optimal performance. His approach focuses on developing full awareness of emotional resources and on specific attention training, essential for channeling energy where it makes the greatest difference.
Sarah Erra
Customer Support Manager