Jesse Burdick, Martial Arts Instructor

Jesse Burdick

For the past 20 Years Jesse Burdick has been of one of the Bay Areas most highly sought after Strength and Conditioning Experts. He has worked directly with MLB, NFL, NBA, UFC and Bellator athletes. all while helping produce 7 all time world Record holding powerlifters and A dedicated student of the game there was a point he held so many certificates that their letters of identification were longer then his full name. His dedication to fitness and education, coupled with his undying desire to help others reach their potential has led to his success. He was an NCAA Division I baseball player and has also competed at the semi-pro level in Canada, Upstate New York, and here in California. Currently Jesse competes as an Elite level power lifter in 5 weight classes with a best squat of 909 pounds, best bench of 628 pounds, and a best deadlift of 820 pounds. After completing Bachelor degrees in Psychology, Sociology and Criminal Justice, Jesse was contemplating law school. However, that path took a turn when he decided to pursue his true passion and work in the fitness industry. Jesse has spent the last 15 years working as an NSCA Certified Personal Trainer and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. He also went on to receive certification as a Licensed Massage Therapist, as well as Active Release Techniques Level II certification. He and Mark Bell joined the father of Power Lifting, Louie Simmons at Westside to help run the Power Lifting certification for CrossFit and now has transitioned full time to Powerwod Strength Seminars. Today Jesse coaches his powerlifting team, All time world record holding lifters, professional and high school athletic individual and teams, and works with individuals trying to succeed in health and fitness. Jesse’s ever evolving knowledge of human anatomy and insight into the constantly progressing fitness industry enables him to custom tailor programs for clients looking to shed a few pounds or athletes preparing for competition. It is a rarity to find someone so passionate about their profession. Jesse is also the founder of the Prevail Powerlifting Team, Owner / Operator of PowerWOD.com and trains his crew and clients out of CSA gym.