The Duke Academy

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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 t

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

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. 🔥

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.

05/11/2026

For over 30 years, The Duke Academy has trained athletes of all levels, building leaders, developing champions, and helping young athletes reach their full potential. Our focus is speed, power, explosiveness, and confidence — and creating a family environment under one roof.

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

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

We look forward to working with your athlete this summer and helping them get better every single day.

Sign up today at www.thedukeacademy.com
Call or text: 504-338-6388

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing moms out there. Today we celebrate the women who sacrifice, love unconditionally, and hold their families together through everything.

To my mom — thank you for always being my number one fan, for believing in me even during the times I doubted myself, and for always showing me what unconditional love looks like.

Michelle — Happy Mother’s Day. You are truly the heart of our family. Thank you for loving our children the way you do and for always putting their needs before your own. You make sure everyone is taken care of, loved, supported, and encouraged every single day. Our kids are beyond blessed to have you as their mom, and I’m blessed to walk through life with you by my side. Thank you for being such an incredible mother, wife, and role model. I hope today reminds you just how loved and appreciated you are. We love you so much and hope you have the most amazing Mother’s Day. ❤️

Photos from Michelle Rousse, Realtor's post 04/26/2026
04/22/2026

For over 30 years, The Duke Academy has trained athletes of all levels, building leaders, developing champions, and helping young athletes reach their full potential. Our focus is speed, power, explosiveness, and confidence — and creating a family environment under one roof.

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:
Dates: June 1 – July 16
Cost: $650
Ages: 7 and up

Northshore Training Times (Mon–Thurs)
8:00–9:30 AM
9:45–11:15 AM

Southshore Training Times
8:00–9:30 AM
9:45–11:15 AM
11:30 AM–1:00 PM
3:00–4:30 PM
Fridays (Southshore Morning Only)
8:00–9:30 AM
9:45–11:15 AM

We look forward to working with your athlete this summer and helping them get better every single day.

Sign up today at www.thedukeacademy.com
Call or text: 504-338-6388

reg | The Duke Academy 04/20/2026

ATTENTION PARENTS — THIS IS WHERE ATHLETES ARE MADE!

If you want your child to be faster, stronger, and more confident going into next season, this is it.

The Duke Academy Summer Training Program is back, bringing 27+ years of elite athlete development to both sides of the lake.

Every summer, we build athletes who don’t just compete — they stand out.

⚡ Quicker first step
💪 Stronger and explosive power
🏃‍♂️ Sharper running mechanics

📍 Location - The Duke Academy - 3921 Williams Blvd

June 1 – July 17
Ages 7 and up

Spots are limited and this program fills up every year!

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT AVAILABLE
Use code: EARLYBIRD at checkout

SECURE YOUR SPOT NOW:
https://thedukeacademy.com/reg?p=camp-duke-2026

Questions? Call or text: 504-338-6388

Don’t wait until the season starts to wish they trained.
Start now. Get ahead. Stay ahead.

reg | The Duke Academy The official web app for The Duke Academy, providing elite sports performance training and athletic development.

Photos from The Duke Academy's post 04/13/2026

Happy Birthday to the best son anyone could ever ask for.

I love how passionate and competitive you are. You never meet a stranger, and you always make everyone you meet feel comfortable and welcome. I love how much you love your family, and I love how loyal you are to your friends. That says everything about the kind of young man you are.

Thank you for allowing me to coach you all these years. I’ve learned so much from you, and it has been one of the greatest blessings of my life to watch you grow—not just as an athlete, but as a young man.

I hope you have an amazing birthday. I love you, I’m proud of you, and I thank God for you every single day.

04/10/2026

Congratulations to Elle Vodanovich on being named First Team All-State.

Elle is always the first one in the facility during the offseason and the last one to leave. She is an athlete who trains year-round and is fully committed to her craft. Her leadership on the field and off the field is a special quality that truly sets her apart.

Elle has been training with us since she was 9 years old, and she has always had the desire to be the best. Her work ethic, discipline, and consistency continue to show year after year.

Congratulations on a great season and on being named First Team All-State. The best is still ahead.

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