Camps & Clinics Information
With the exception
of our Fall Ball & Fall Instructional Camp (F.I.C), our camps and clinics run from September into June (customer
demand dictates ending date).
We have been asked what the difference is between our camps and clinics, and the
answer is quite simple. A"clinic" is a one day event, which may have several different dates to choose from. Where
as our "camps" are a multiple of days training in progression. For example our Fall Instructional
Camp, was several weeks long, and during this time our players spent their time focusing on fielding techniques. Each
week they came back and applied the skills learned in the previous week, and then moved on to build on those skills.
We have added the option of
the "buddy system" to a lot of our clinics. If you bring in a friend/"buddy" to join you and take
part in the event, discount rates are applied. We have also recently added "group rate" clinics, which work
the same except you bring in a group of friends. Details of those options are listed with the individual clinic information.
Remember - "Winners are made in the off season", the time is now to apply yourself so you come out swinging in the
new season.
Below is a list of camps/clinics the Academy has to offer.
Girls' Fast Pitch Pitching
Dallas
Wodsedalek, fastpitch pitching coach for Kewaskum High School, will be hosting these camps. He will cover everything from the
basic fundamentals and proper mechanics of pitching to high school techniques and beyond. All ages and skill levels are welcome!!
Limited to 10 players- Minimum of 4 players
»
NEW dates & times being scheduled
» Member
fees: TBD -- Non-member fees: TBD
Girls'
Fast Pitch Clinics
The Girls' softball clinics will
include fielding, hitting, pitching and several different styles of drills as well as fun and games. Most of
these clinics will be conducted by our instructor Dallas Wodsedalek. (if someone other than Dallas will be conducting
the clinic, we will post it on our website as soon as possible)
Dallas is an outstanding coach, who
has lead the Kewaskum girls team to a conference championship this past season. His dedication and one on one instruction
he gives to each player is incredible!
Recommended age for this clinic: 9 yrs & Over
Limited
to 15 players- Minimum of 4 players
» Dates & Times:
Sat. January 21st, 10:30 - Noon
Sat. February 4th, 10:30 - Noon
Sun.
February 19th, 12:00 - 1:30 This date needs to be rescheduled--New
date TBD
Sat. March 10th,
10:30 - Noon
»
Members: $40 -- Non-members: $50
click here to download GIRLS FAST PITCH CLINIC Information
Girls' Fast
Pitch TWO - 4 - DEALS
Two
for deals are offered on Tuesdays & Thursdays.
You and a friend can train for one full hour on pitching, fielding
and hitting skills for the low price of $35 (per
player).
That's only $70 for TWO people to train for a FULL HOUR!
It's a steal!!
This low price is the same for both members as well as non-members.
» Tuesdays or Thursdays 6:00 - 7:00 pm
Call the Academy for an appointment
Pitching
Basics
This clinic
is designed for beginners 7- 10 years of age, or those who have never pitched before and want to learn how
to pitch properly.
We begin with the steps in a wind up, from the first step until the delivery of the ball;
How to hold the ball for a two seam and four seam fast ball. Even if your child does not play the pitchers position,
this will give him exposure on how to properly wind up and throw.
We provide you with a list of drills that the
instructor has reviewed with your child that includes pictures to help you practice at home. It will help your child
become the best they can be. Learning proper mechanics early on will help avoid injuries later.
Limited to 10 players- Minimum of 4 players
» Dates
& Times:
January 7th 11:00-12:30
February 4th 2:00-3:30
Additional dates &
times to be determined
» Members: $40 ; Non-members: $50
Click here to download PITCHING BASICS Information
click here to download a COMPLETE LIST OF ALL PITCHING CLINICS
Pitching
Mechanics -- Suggested age 10-12
This course is geared towards players
who have already had pitching experience. It is a step up from our Pitching Basics clinic but you haven't hit the
pros yet! There will be no videotaping offered during the clinic, it will be used for training and instructional
purposes only, which will allow you more time for a hands on experience.
Make sure to bring your
bat and helmet along, as there may be some batting time available at the end of the clinic.
Limited to 6 players- Minimum of 4 players
» Dates
& Times
January 7th 1:00-2:30
February 4th 12:00-1:30
Additional dates & times to be determined
» Members: $50 -- Non-members: $60
Click here to download PITCHING MECHANICS Information
click here to download a COMPLETE LIST OF ALL PITCHING CLINICS
Advanced
Pitching Mechanics - Suggested age 12 & Over
The title says it all! Are you ready to really
enhance your pitching skills and step up your pitching performance? Then this is the course for you. This is geared to
teach you the techniques for high school level and beyond. Once again there will be no videotaping offered
during this clinic. It will be used for training and instructional purposes only, allowing you time for a more hands
on experience.
The session will be 1 1/2 to 2 hours long. Make sure to bring your bat and helmet along,
as there may be some batting time available at the end of the session as well.
Limited to 6 players- Minimum of 4 players
» Dates & Times
January
14th 12:00-1:30
February 11th 11:00-12:30
Additional dates & times to be determined
» Members: $50 -- Non-members: $60
Click here to download ADVANCED PITCHING MECHANICS Information
click here to download a COMPLETE LIST OF ALL PITCHING CLINICS
Pitching
Types & Grips -- Ages 13 & Over
NOTE FOR CATCHERS:
We also recommend this clinic for catchers 13 yrs and older
It will help them
learn and read the throws, as well as teach them some throwing techniques they can use when trying to throw out that player
at base!
Want
to take your pitching skills to the next level by learning to throw more than a fastball? Then this clinic is for you. The
clinic format is designed for those 13 years of age and older who want to learn different pitch types and how to throw them.
Willie will cover different fastballs, change-ups, curves, sinkers, sliders, etc., as well as what the required grips are
for each.
Have you ever heard of an "Eephus pitch"? Well join us for this clinic and find out!
The session will be 1 1/2 to 2 hours long. As with all of our pitching clinics, make sure to bring your bat and helmet along,
as there may be some batting time available at the end of the session as well.
Limited to 6 players- Minimum of 4 players
» Dates
& Times
January 21st 1:00-2:30
February 18th 11:00-12:30
Additional dates & times to be determined
» Members: $50 -- Non-members: $60
Click here to download PITCHING TYPES & GRIPS Information
click here to download a COMPLETE LIST OF ALL PITCHING CLINICS
Smart
Pitching - Suggested age 14 & Over
NOTE
FOR CATCHERS: We also recommend this clinic for catchers 14 yrs and older
Learn
how to deal with umpires, what to call and when
This clinic
is for advanced pitchers who want to pitch "smarter, not harder" and gain the upper hand in the battle against
quality hitters.
Learn what to throw and when, based on the count, the game situation, batter tendencies, etc.
your pitch speed and stride length will also be measured. A discussion on conditioning and how to deal with umpire is also
part of this clinic.
Attend this clinic to become an effective varsity player and beyond.
The session
will be 1 1/2 to 2 hours long. Please bring your bat and helmets along as well.
Limited to 6 players- Minimum of 4 players
» Dates & Times
January
29th 12:00-1:30
February 25th 12:00-1:30 Cancelled -- Sorry for any inconvenience
» Members: $50 -- Non-members: $60
Click here to download SMART PITCHING Information
click here to download a COMPLETE LIST OF ALL PITCHING CLINICS
Pitching Video
Analysis & Drills
This clinic will
be a one hour session, with three participants per session.
Special rates will be applied to participants coming
in as a group of three.
You will be filmed from multiple angles, your wind up, your stance, and your delivery
will be analyzed and reviewed with you on our large screen TV. As they say, "seeing is believing", and
sometimes it takes just that to understand what your downfalls are. After the viewing you will return to the
practice area for further instructional time, and be given drills to enhance your performance.
» Ages:
11 and up (including adult age baseball players)
» Dates & Times:
January 14th
10:30 - 11:30
February 25th 10:30 - 11:30 Cancelled -- Sorry for any inconvenience
March
3rd 11:00 - Noon
» Fees Include a copy of the taping
» Individual
participant rate:
Members: $45 ; Non-members:
$55
» Group discount rate: (participants come in
as a group of 3)
Members: $130 ;
Non-members: $155 (price per group)
(Note:
Only one participant is required to be a member, and all three participants qualify for the "Member" price)
Click here to download PITCHING VIDEO ANALYSIS & DRILLS Information
click here to download a COMPLETE LIST OF ALL PITCHING CLINICS
TEE-Ball
Clinic -- Suggested age 5-7
This camp is designed for younger players to help them get a good, solid
start. Let us help guide your child's first baseball experience the correct way. It's easy to form bad habits, and
this clinic will teach them some basic fundamentals to get them started on the right track. Our instructor will work
on your child's individual needs so they learn how to properly hold a bat, where to stand in the box and what side
of the plate to be on, as well as how to properly hit off the batting tee.
Participants should
bring a bat and helmet if they have one. The Academy does have a supply but it is limited.
» Dates & Times: TBD
» Cost:
Individual: Members: $15 -- Non Members: $20
Buddy System: Members: $12.50 ea -- Non
Members: $15 ea
Limited to 6 players- Minimum
of 2 players
Hitting
Basics -- Suggested age 7 -10
Learn the basic fundamentals; Work on a proper stance; How to hold your hands for a proper
grip on the bat; Learn what "lock and load" means and how to follow through. The experience will be fun as well
as educational, by the end of the clinic each player will know how to "squash the bug"
A
hand out will be supplied at the end of the clinic describing different drills to help players continue what
they have learned at home. Bring your bat, your batting gloves and helmet.
Limited to 8 players- Minimum of 2 players
» DATE: TBD
» TIME: TBD (Duration 1-1/2 to 2 hours)
» Members: $40 -- Non Members $50
Hitting
Mechanics -- Suggested age 11-13
This
clinic has been altered to enhance your learning experience. There will no longer be videotaping offered during this training
time - HOWEVER...we will still offer videotaping through our newly added "Hitting Video Analysis Clinic"
We gave modified this time to be used strictly for training and instructional purposes only. It's intended for those players
who prefer to have more hands on experience. You will have a quick review of your stance, lock and load position and your
follow through. From there the instructor will discuss hip rotation; rear pivot foot and the use of your whole body.
Limited to 8 players- Minimum of 2 players
» DATE: TBD
» TIME: TBD (Duration
1-1/2 to 2 hours)
» Members: $40 -- Non Members $50
Advanced
Hitting Mechanics -- Suggested age 13 and Older
This clinic will briefly cover our Hitting Mechanics topics, and then take
it a step farther.
Players will learn the following mechanics:
Stride lengths; Front leg lock; Hitting inside
and outside pitches; Bunting techniques
Limited to 8 players- Minimum of 2 players
» DATE: TBD
» TIME: TBD (Duration
1-1/2 to 2 hours)
» Members: $40 -- Non Members $50
Smart
Hitting -- Suggested age 14 and Older
Players need to have the basic fundamentals well practiced before proceeding to this
level. Your bat speed will be recorded before the clinic and after the clinic and be able to compare your progress.
Players will learn the following techniques:
When to expect different types of pitches; How to hit
the different pitches and what field to hit them to; How to pick up the pitch and identify the type of pitch. Players
will also learn about mental and physical conditioning and how to deal with umpires.
Limited to 8 players- Minimum of 2 players
» DATE: TBD
» TIME: TBD (Duration
1-1/2 to 2 hours)
» Members: $40 -- Non Members $50
Hitting Video
Analysis & Drills
-- Suggested age 11 and Over
WEEKLY TIMES AVAILABLE!!
A one hour** session where you will be filmed; analyzed and given drills to enhance your performance.
This is similar to our Hitting Mechanics clinic with a few twists, and is available on an ongoing basis.
Plus bring
a friend and you qualify for the the buddy system price! (see below)
Instructed by Mitch Knox, who
is known for his home-run swing, played for the University of Kentucky, and coaches the Falcons at Concordia University.
** For two players the session will be extended approx. 15 minutes
» DATES
& TIMES:
Weekdays after 5:30
Saturdays 9:00 - 3:30
Sundays 11:00 - 2:30
(please note times are subject
to instructor availability - call for an appointment)
» COST:
(includes a copy of the taping)
Individual participant rate: Members: $50 ; Non Members: $60
Buddy System special rate: Members: $45 each; Non Members:
$55 each
Only one participant
needs to be a member for both players to qualify for the "Member" price
Players are filmed and
analyzed individually
Call the Academy to register
click here for HITTING VIDEO ANALYSIS & DRILLS Information
Fielding
& Footwork
This clinic will be a 1
to 1 1/2 hour long session focusing on correct fielding techniques, proper footwork, and how to correctly handle ground balls.
Just like pitching and hitting, good fielding skills are acquired through repetition.
Learn various ready positions
as well as glove positions for balls coming in at different heights and mid-line positions. you will be taught different ways
of moving towards the ball and how to transition smoothly from fielding positions into throwing positions to make that perfect
"OUT".
Limited to 14 players-
Minimum of 4 players
» Dates & Times
February 25th 1:30-3:00
»
Ages: 10 years & Over
» Members: $40 -- Non-members $50
Click here to download FIELDING & FOOTWORK Information
Catcher Basics
This clinic is geared towards beginners, players
just starting in a catchers' position or those who may be interested in catching and want to see what it is all about.
You will be introduced to the equipment, how to care for it and proper sizing. Our instructor will teach
you correct glove/hand placement.
Proficient catchers are a must for successful teams. Start early and learn the
skills the correct way.
A hand out will be provided with different practice drills. Equipment is recommended but
not required for this session.
Limited to 10 players-
Minimum of 2 players
» Dates & Times:
January
29th 11:00-12:00
Additional dates & times to be determined
» Suggested
Age Group:
7 - 10 years old and/or beginners
» Members: $15 ; Non-members: $20
click here to download CATCHER BASICS Information
click here to downloade a COMPLETE CATHER CLINIC LIST
Catcher Mechanics
This clinic is intended for players who have
already played the catchers' position. there will be a brief review of setup and ready positions. Our instructor will
work with you on how to block the ball, catching, soft hands, thumb placement, proper footwork techniques, and how to handle
different pitch locations.
A hand out will be provided with different drills to practice.
Equipment
is recommended but not required for this session.
Limited
to 6 players- Minimum of 4 players
» Dates & Times:
January 29th 12:00-1:30
Additional dates
& times to be determined
»
Suggested Age Group:
10
- 13 years old
» Members: $40 ; Non-members: $50
click here to download CATCHER MECHANICS Information
click here to downloade a COMPLETE CATHER CLINIC LIST
Advanced
Catcher Mechanics
This
is for the more experienced catcher looking to "step up their game". There will be a brief skills assessment to
help our instructor know where to start his training.
Learn blocking, throwing, and footwork drills at an advanced
level. Our instructor will work on correct mechanics, pitch selection and "calling" a game.
An advanced
drills hand out will be provided.
Equipment is recommended but not required for this session.
Limited to 6 players- Minimum of 4 players
» Dates
& Times:
January
29th 1:30-3:00
Additional dates & times to be determined
» Suggested Age Group:
13
years old & Over
» Members: $40 ; Non-members: $50
click here to download ADVANCED CATCHER MECHANICS Information
click here to downloade a COMPLETE CATHER CLINIC LIST
Sunday Morning Camps -- 10:30 - Noon
These camps are set up in grouped sessions (see schedule below). Our last sessions
were only six weeks long, these will be eight weeks long. They will consist of an assortment of different styled skills and
techniques. It's run by local high school coaches as well as Concordia University coaches. We have also had a guest
appearances by Jim Gantner, who lead the training.
Each week the agenda is different, and the instructor's
rotate to bring you a variety of expertise. Learn drills to help you find the power in your swing; improve your hitting performance;
learn footwork or fielding skills and possibly some pitching techniques as well. Bring your gear and be prepared to do
it all.
Winners are made in the
off season, and this is your chance to keep it fresh by working out throughout the year. Baseball is all about muscle memory;
continue to build your muscle memory by working out every Sunday to ensure you will be ready for the next season and
"come out swinging"!
Pre-registration is requested to aid in the scheduling process. We reserve
the right to cancel if we have less than two participants. If cancellation is required, participants will be notified,
and an "in-store" credit will be issued for any prepaid fees.
» Member fees:
$25 per
session
Four sessions for $90 ($10 savings!)
Eight
sessions for $160 (40 savings!)
» Non-member fees:
$30 per session
Four sessions for $110 ($10 savings!)
Eight sessions for $200 ($40 savings!)
click here to download SUNDAY MORNING CAMP INFORMATION
Sunday Morning Camps Schedule
10:30 - Noon |
Session 1 - JAN 15th - MAR 4th |
Feb 26th ---------- Bill Albrecht March 4th --------- Doug Gonring
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RBI Hitting League
Still
in need of two additional teams.....
Unfortunatly due to low registration numbers we are unable to host this event. However,
we will continue to take the names of players who are interested in the league in hopes of getting enough to
hold the event at a later date. All interested players should CALL THE ACADEMY even though the clinic is not being held.
The RBI Hitting League is open to all high school age players as well as adult baseball players. There are dart leagues
and pool leagues, so why not a baseball competitve hitting league? The object is simple, your team plays the "RBI Hitting
Game", if your team scores the most cumulative points over the "season", your team wins! Cash prizes and gifts
» Cost: $20 per player - $80 per team (Team consists
of 4 players)
Payout:
First Place team –
Each player receives a $50 Visa gift card
First
Place Individual - $30 gift card, name on our in house plaque, and a free gift
