Resilience isn’t just for the ring. It’s for the classroom, the dorm, the tryouts....
THE FINALS WEEK MELTDOWN.
College isn’t easy—and that’s the point. It's a proving ground where students face pressure, doubt, and growth all at once. Chris Romulo knows what it takes to rise under pressure. As a former professional Muay Thai champion turned resilience speaker, Chris translates the grit of the ring into real-world lessons students can apply to academics, athletics, leadership, and life.
Whether they're navigating identity, performance anxiety, or setbacks, Chris equips students with the tools to bounce forward—not just back.
CHRIS'S SIGNATURE KEYNOTE
CHAMP UP: Resilience for Campus Life
Real Stories. Raw Struggles. Tools for Today’s Campus Challenges.
In college life, pressure is constant—whether in academics, athletics, or leadership. Chris Romulo went from a lost kid in Queens to a world-stage Muay Thai champion, and now he shares how that same mindset can help students face adversity and come back stronger.
Through his A.C.T. Framework (Accept Reality, Challenge Beliefs, Take Action), Chris equips students with practical tools to manage fear, silence self-doubt, and take ownership of their next steps. The result: stronger resilience, sharper focus, and the confidence to lead with heart both on campus and beyond.
Key Takeaways:
- Build Real Resilience: Your students will learn how to bounce forward—not just back—when college life throws a punch.
- Master Their Mindset: They’ll gain tools to overcome the 7 inner dictators—like fear and self-doubt—that limit performance.
- Lead With Confidence: Students leave with a simple framework to stay grounded, focused, and in control—on and off campus.
Case Study: Student Leadership Day at RVCC
At Raritan Valley Community College’s Leadership Day, Chris kicked off with his keynote Champions Uprising, followed by three interactive workshops: the Champion’s Mindset Workshop, Muay Thai Mindfulness, and Building Your Resilience Bank Account. Students left with practical tools to strengthen resilience, manage self-doubt, and reset their focus under pressure.
Building Your Resilience Bank Account
Helps students manage stress, stay grounded under pressure, and make daily deposits—rather than constant withdrawals—from their resilience.
Building A Champion's Mindset
Trains students to face internal pressure—from fear to negative self-talk—and build the grit, focus, and belief to lead themselves through adversity.
Muay Thai Mindfulness
A movement-based workshop that blends breathwork, body awareness, and mental focus—perfect for students who need a reset or a spark.
Featured on NY1: Mental Resilience in a Chaotic World
As seen on NY1, Yahoo News, and Men’s Health, Chris shares real tools to lead with focus, confidence, and grit — no gloves required.
In this 5-minute segment, he breaks down how to train for life’s hardest hits using the same mindset that helped him rebuild after losing everything — twice.
Watch the clip to see why teams and leaders turn to him for real-world resilience.
What People Are Saying
Ready to Build Your Campus Resilience Game Plan?
Let’s explore how Chris can bring the Champ Up mindset to your students, athletes, or leadership programs.
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LET’S BRING CHRIS TO CAMPUS
Resilience isn’t just for the ring. It’s for the classroom, the dorm, the tryouts....
The FINALS WEEK MELTDOWN.
College isn’t easy—and that’s the point. It's a proving ground where students face pressure, doubt, and growth all at once. Chris Romulo knows what it takes to rise under pressure. As a former professional Muay Thai champion turned resilience speaker, Chris translates the grit of the ring into real-world lessons students can apply to academics, athletics, leadership, and life.
Whether they're navigating identity, performance anxiety, or setbacks, Chris equips students with the tools to bounce forward—not just back.
CHRIS'S SIGNATURE KEYNOTE
CHAMP UP: Resilience for Campus Life
Real Stories. Raw Struggles. Tools for Today’s Campus Challenges.
In college life, pressure is constant—whether in academics, athletics, or leadership. Chris Romulo went from a lost kid in Queens to a world-stage Muay Thai champion, and now he shares how that same mindset can help students face adversity and come back stronger.
Through his A.C.T. Framework (Accept Reality, Challenge Beliefs, Take Action), Chris equips students with practical tools to manage fear, silence self-doubt, and take ownership of their next steps. The result: stronger resilience, sharper focus, and the confidence to lead with heart both on campus and beyond.
Key Takeaways:
- Build Real Resilience: Your students will learn how to bounce forward—not just back—when college life throws a punch.
- Master Their Mindset: They’ll gain tools to overcome the 7 inner dictators—like fear and self-doubt—that limit performance.
- Lead With Confidence: Students leave with a simple framework to stay grounded, focused, and in control—on and off campus.
Case Study: Student Leadership Day at RVCC
At Raritan Valley Community College’s Leadership Day, Chris kicked off with his keynote Champions Uprising, followed by three interactive workshops: the Champion’s Mindset Workshop, Muay Thai Mindfulness, and Building Your Resilience Bank Account. Students left with practical tools to strengthen resilience, manage self-doubt, and reset their focus under pressure.
Building Your Resilience Bank Account
Helps students manage stress, stay grounded under pressure, and make daily deposits—rather than constant withdrawals—from their resilience.
Building A Champion's Mindset
Trains students to face internal pressure—from fear to negative self-talk—and build the grit, focus, and belief to lead themselves through adversity.
Muay Thai Mindfulness
A movement-based workshop that blends breathwork, body awareness, and mental focus—perfect for students who need a reset or a spark.
Featured on NY1: Mental Resilience in a Chaotic World
As seen on NY1, Yahoo News, and Men’s Health, Chris shares real tools to lead with focus, confidence, and grit — no gloves required. In this 5-minute segment, he breaks down how to train for life’s hardest hits using the same mindset that helped him rebuild after losing everything — twice.
Watch the clip to see why teams and leaders turn to him for real-world resilience.
What People Are Saying
Ready to Build Your Campus Resilience Game Plan?
Let’s explore how Chris can bring the Champ Up mindset to your students, athletes, or leadership programs.
