Staff Bios
John Snelten-Founder & President
Owner, Strength/Conditioning coach, lead throwing instructor and program designer. John finished his collegiate career at Valparaiso University in 2009 and has been privately instructing, coaching, and strength training for the last 13 years.
DJ Snelten-Throwing Mechanics, Strength/Speed & Agility
DJ is the first player to have been selected in the MLB amateur draft from Lakes Community High School in 2010. Electing to go to the University of Minnesota, he went on to become first team All-Big Ten in 2013 and earning Minnesota's "Player of the year" award before being selected again in the 9th round by the San Francisco Giants. DJ made his MLB Debut on 4/28/2018. Shortly following, he went on to have additional opportunities to play with the Baltimore Orioles, Tampa Bay Rays, and Chicago Cubs organization. Recently, he has signed with the New York Yankees. In addition to having multiple certifications as a Personal Trainer (CPT), Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES), and a Certified Speed and Agility Specialist (CSAS), Snelten continues on with his 9th year of playing professional baseball. Dj is also the owner of GUD baseball, a remote training performance company.
Augie Voight- Throwing Instructor, Performance Enhancement Specialist
Born and raised in Waukegan, Augie graduated all conference in 2015. From there he went on to have a successful collegiate career at both College of Lake County and William Penn University. Following college, Augie began instructing out in Omaha, NE while continuing to work on his craft. He was later signed as a free agent to play Independent Professional baseball. He has since played in 3 different leagues and will be entering his 3rd year of pro ball this year.
Augie has also recently finished his strength education and is now a Performance Enhancement Specialist. When he is not instructing he will be assisting in the gym with strength and conditioning.
We are excited to add Augie to our staff and know that he will bring knowledge and energy to all that he does.
