WHY JD STRENGTH PERFORMANCE
Forged by over a decade and a half of training, our mission is to build rock-solid foundations that drive high-level performance through accountability, relentless consistency, and the commitment to the work. Whether you're signing your child up for their first exposure to organized strength training or an athlete continuing to push your limits, our program is structured, high-energy and encouraging--focused on the pursuit of solid habits, one rep at a time.
MEET JD
Coach James "JD" DeVincenzi MS, MSCC, CSCS is a Father, Husband, and Associate Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at Princeton University as well as the Head Strength Coach of the NJRTC. Forged by 16 years of Division 1 experience and a former college athlete, Coach JD has developed athletes at every level of sport from eight-year-old's to individual All-Conference and Team Conference Champions, All-Americans, NCAA National Champions and Olympic Medalists. As both a father and coach, he believes strength training builds lifelong habits of discipline and hard work that translate from sport to everyday life.
STRENGTH IS EARNED
ATHLETE/COACH FEEDBACK
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My time with JD was great! I saw real gains over my college career in terms of strength and durability that translated onto the court. I had a lot of confidence in the foundation built before heading into my pro career.
Tosan Evbuoman | Forward, Charlotte Hornets
2026 NBA G League Champion
2026 NBA G League Finals MVP
2025 NBA Cup Champion (NY Knicks)
2022 ivy league player of the year
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Working with JD during my time as a wrestler was one of the biggest factors in my athletic success. His knowledge, attention to detail, and commitment to developing athletes at the highest level helped take my performance to another level.
JD didn’t just make me stronger physically — he helped build the confidence, discipline, and mindset necessary to compete against the best in the country. Every workout had purpose, and he always knew how to push me while keeping me healthy and prepared throughout the season.
The impact he had on my development played a major role in helping me win a national championship in 2023. Beyond the results, JD genuinely cared about me as both an athlete and a person, and that made all the difference.
I can’t recommend him highly enough to anyone serious about maximizing their performance and reaching their full potential.
Pat glory | 2023 ncaa champion, 4x all-american
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JD does an exceptional job executing strength training programs tailored specifically for youth athletes, balancing structure with age-appropriate engagement. He demonstrates strong understanding of both the mental maturity and physical development of young athletes, ensuring each session builds confidence as well as strength. His ability to connect with kids while safely progressing their performance sets him apart as a trusted and effective coach.
wendy wagster | head coach, robbinsville ravens travel baseball (nj)
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