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The Duke Academy Head Trainer Duke Rousse
Coach Duke has a who’s-who list of stars that work with him to get in shape through a vigorous series of workouts.

Athletes such as New Orleans Saints All-Pro safety Darren Sharper stop by, so do other football talents such as Bengals DB Adam Jones, Cowboys WO Dez Bryant, Seahawks WO T.J. Houshmandzadeh, Bears Safety Craig Steltz, and Astros Shortstop Tommy Manzella just to name a few. He also has hooked up with NFL Hall of Famer Deion Sanders and formed Prime U. But the majority of Rousse’s work is done at the Kenner Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Center, where Rousse has a team that includes physical therapist Craig Goodwin, and Nutritionist LJ Canale. Indeed, Rousse’s program is growing. It consists of some of the most talented prep athletes in the nation to NBA players and college hoop stars. But he quickly points out his job isn’t simply to train athletes but to help anyone interested in taking it to the next level in fitness. He really enjoys mentoring young people and has camps and classes that are designed to increase players’ speed, agility, quickness and strength.

Happy 45 years young to my beautiful wife! You are an amazing mother to our three children and truly the most selfless p...
10/21/2026

Happy 45 years young to my beautiful wife! You are an amazing mother to our three children and truly the most selfless person I know. You give everything you have to our family and always put everyone else before yourself. One thing you always say is, “Just be grateful for the things we have.” That says so much about the kind of person you are and the values you bring to our family. I hope you have a wonderful birthday because you deserve nothing but the best. We are so blessed to have you, and I love you more than words can express. Happy Birthday Babe! Michelle Rousse

09/10/2026
09/09/2026

Training on the North Shore tonight 6:00.

Slate and Kael’s — 8th grade orientation at Brother Martin high school! ❤️💛A new school, a new chapter, and a whole new ...
08/11/2026

Slate and Kael’s — 8th grade orientation at Brother Martin high school! ❤️💛

A new school, a new chapter, and a whole new journey ahead. Excited to watch these young men grow, compete, build friendships, and make memories that will last a lifetime.

Enjoy every moment, boys. It goes by fast!

❤️💛 Go Crusaders! ❤️💛

Baseball & Softball Camp is Back at The Duke Academy!Give your athlete the opportunity to build confidence, improve fund...
07/31/2026

Baseball & Softball Camp is Back at The Duke Academy!

Give your athlete the opportunity to build confidence, improve fundamentals, and take their game to the next level. Our 6-week camp is designed for baseball and softball players who want quality instruction in a fun, competitive environment.

Players will develop:
• Hitting
• Fielding
• Throwing
• Base Running

📅 August 17 – September 24
Mondays • Tuesdays • Thursdays

Ages 6–8: 4:00–5:00 PM
Ages 9–12: 5:00–6:00 PM

$375 for the full 6-week camp.

Spots are limited, so don’t wait to reserve your athlete’s place!

📍 3921 Williams Blvd, Kenner, LA
🌐 http://thedukeacademy.com
📞 Coach Duke: (504) 338-6388

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07/25/2026
Before using our program, Colton Diamond was already a standout baseball player at Riverside Academy. In just four weeks...
07/15/2026

Before using our program, Colton Diamond was already a standout baseball player at Riverside Academy. In just four weeks, he’s added 10 pounds of muscle through a personalized training program, targeted nutrition, and the right supplementation.

Our approach is built around Colton’s specific needs, with an emphasis on developing his posterior chain (backside) to increase strength, power, flexibility, and overall athletic performance. By focusing on balanced development, we’re helping him become stronger, more explosive, and better prepared to perform at the next level.

TDA SUMMER CAMP STARTS JUNE 1ST!Spots are filling quickly for this year’s Summer Performance Program, and registration i...
05/26/2026

TDA SUMMER CAMP STARTS JUNE 1ST!

Spots are filling quickly for this year’s Summer Performance Program, and registration is entering the final week.

For over 30 years, The Duke Academy has helped athletes across the Greater New Orleans area get faster, stronger, more explosive, and more confident heading into their next season.

If your athlete wants to improve speed, athleticism, strength, and overall performance this summer, now is the time to get started.

Program Includes:

• Speed and agility development
• Strength and power training
• Combine-style testing and progress tracking
• Injury prevention and movement efficiency work
• Confidence and leadership development

Summer Program Details

Program Dates: June 1 – July 17
Ages: 7 and up
Cost: $700

Training Times

Monday–Thursday
8:00–9:30 AM
9:45–11:15 AM
11:30 AM–1:00 PM
3:00–4:30 PM

Friday (Morning Only)
8:00–9:30 AM
9:45–11:15 AM

This is the same training environment that has helped athletes of all levels develop discipline, confidence, leadership, and next-level athletic performance for decades.

Summer training groups are filling up!
Register now to reserve your athlete’s spot before June 1.

Sign Up Today: Thedukeacademy.com
Call or Text for more info: 504-338-6388

Ethan Kimmie put the work in before heading to the Under Armour Camp in Ohio — and it showed. By staying consistent with...
05/19/2026

Ethan Kimmie put the work in before heading to the Under Armour Camp in Ohio — and it showed. By staying consistent with his training, focusing on speed mechanics, explosiveness, and preparation at The Duke Academy, Ethan dropped his 40 time to an impressive 4.44. Hard work pays off when preparation meets opportunity. 🔥

We’re excited to introduce Tyrone  Mathieu III to The Duke Academy family.Tyrone came to The Duke Academy with a goal — ...
05/12/2026

We’re excited to introduce Tyrone Mathieu III to The Duke Academy family.

Tyrone came to The Duke Academy with a goal — to put on 20 pounds of muscle before heading off to play college football — and over the last 3 months he has done exactly that.

Through discipline, consistency, and hard work, Tyrone has gained 20 pounds of muscle while continuing to improve his speed, explosiveness, and overall athletic performance.

We’re proud of the work he’s putting in every single day and excited to continue being a part of his journey. The future is bright for this young man.

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