Ochsner, Elite Training Academy open Elite Training Complex – Burbank

Premier sports venue combines professional instruction, performance training, advanced sports medicine for southeast Louisiana

Ochsner Health and Elite Training Academy have opened Elite Training Complex – Burbank, one of the region’s first facilities to publicly offer the latest advancements in sports medicine and performance training. This 65,000-square-foot complex at the intersection of Burbank Drive and Lee Drive is the capital area’s premier destination for athletes of all levels.

This partnership brings together expertise in clinical care and athletic training through world class orthopedic and sports medicine practitioners, and professional sport-specific coaching. This facility is designed to host individuals, families, teams and communities throughout the region. Elite Training Academy’s expertise is gathered from current and former college athletes, professional athletes, coaches and athletic industry specialists who will strengthen all sports-related interests.

“Our ownership team had the vision of creating a destination sports facility for athletes of all ages in the region. The leagues, camps, clinics and events we can host will have a huge effect throughout the community. Also, this professional level facility provides Elite’s experienced sports industry staff and Ochsner’s sports medicine specialists with the perfect environment to propel athletes to reach their goals. The ability to share information in real-time makes this an advanced coaching environment,” says Greg Stringfellow, President of Elite Training Academy. “We believe this partnership opens a new chapter in keeping sports both fun and safe for athletes in the capital region.”

The Elite ownership team combines former LSU athletes and business leaders with strong ties to the region. The diverse and experienced team of Ben Bordelon, Brandon Landry, Todd Graves, Sean Reilly, Holden Spaht, Carlos Spaht, Clyde Edwards-Helaire, Tyrann Mathieu, Joe Burrow, Jamal Adams and Greg Stringfellow have a vision of supporting the community with a facility for athletes of all ages through world-class orthopedic and sports medicine practitioners and professional, sport-specific coaching for a comprehensive approach to expert clinical care and athletic training. The facility is open to individuals, families and teams throughout southeast Louisiana.

The facility comprises a 60-yard, full-width indoor football practice facility and two full-size outdoor football fields with plans to host leagues, tournaments and camps in football, soccer and lacrosse, in addition to more sports that will be added. The indoor facility also has a 3,000-square-foot weight room, men’s and women’s locker rooms, hot and cold plunge tubs, and an infrared sauna.

The Ochsner Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute at Elite Training Complex – Burbank is state of the art, providing the latest in injury prevention and treatment techniques shaped by Ochsner’s partnership with world-renowned orthopedic surgeon Dr. James Andrews. It also serves as an orthopedic walk-in clinic offering same day, after hours and weekend treatment for orthopedic and sports related injuries.

The advanced offerings onsite include:

• Sports Medicine fellowship trained physicians

• Certified orthopedic and sports physical therapy specialists

• State-of-the-art biomechanics and motion analysis technology

• A suite of recovery services, including whole-body cryotherapy and compression therapy, hot and cold plunge tubs and an infrared sauna

• Mental performance health coaching

• Speed and strength training

“This facility represents the pinnacle of destination care in sports performance and sports medicine,” says Jeremy Burnham, MD, medical director of sports medicine for Ochsner’s Baton Rouge region. “Our partnership at Elite Training Complex allows us to offer unparalleled care across the entire continuum of an athlete’s journey – from injury prevention and sports performance to recovery and rehabilitation. The Ochsner team is fully committed to supporting the health and success of every athlete and active individual we serve.”

To sign up for a free trial at Ochsner Performance Training or learn more about our locations and services, visit performance.ochsner.org.

To learn more about Elite Training Academy, visit elitetrainingacademybr.com.

About Elite Training Academy

Elite Training Academy in Baton Rouge is the largest privately owned community sports facility in Louisiana, located just one mile from Louisiana State University. Our state-of-the-art complex is a premier destination for athletes of all ages and skill levels and fitness enthusiasts seeking the ultimate training and recovery environment. With two full-size outdoor football and soccer turf fields complementing a unique indoor training space, Elite stands out as a true gem in the capital region. Our indoor field, measuring 60 yards long by 60 yards wide with a 50-foot-high ceiling, is the only facility of its kind in the area. In addition to its expansive training spaces, Elite features a 3,000-square-foot weight room equipped with top-of-the-line performance training equipment, making it the perfect space for athletes to build power and improve performance. Recovery and wellness are also prioritized with hot and cold plunge tubs, an infrared sauna, cryotherapy, and Norma Tec recovery zones. What truly distinguishes Elite is the onsite Andrews Ochsner Sports Medicine Clinic—the only sports medicine facility integrated within a training academy in the region. This world-class clinic offers access to onsite doctors, full physical therapy services, therapy and rehabilitation programs, a biomechanics lab for advanced movement evaluations, and expert care for all sports medicine needs. Elite Training Academy is more than a facility; it’s a comprehensive hub for training, recovery, and performance, unmatched in the capital region.