FAQ's
Frequently Asked Questions
THIS IS MY 1st LESSON. WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT?
Your 1st meeting with Coach Shawn consists of an evaluation and discussion where he will sit down with everyone and explain in detail how the athlete is currently performing and the outlook for improvement. This 1st "lesson" does includes some reps and activity, however, the focus is more/less on identifying what is going on good/bad and how best to help out the player. Subsequent lessons include much more physical activity. To ensure I have ALL the information I need to begin our 1st lesson, please make sure to fill out the "New Player Info Form":
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DIRECTIONS/UPON ARRIVING:
--->Directions are always included in the REGISTRATION CONFIRMATION EMAIL. The Purchase Invoice email does not include directions. You need to show up 15 mins early, so as to come in, get settled and have your gear out and ready to use once your start time begins. There are typically lessons going on before and after you, so if you arriving early allows us to maximize our time together. IF you arrive late for any reason, we still must end at the scheduled end time, please be aware of this. Coach Shawn will have a brief discussion with you at the start and then get things going.
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WHAT TO BRING? WHAT TO WEAR?
Bring all obvious gear you would use for the related skill we are working on during our lesson. This is not exhaustive, but a general idea is for pitchers will bring a glove, baseball cap and sneakers (or turf shoes). Hitters bring a bat, helmet (C-Flap strongly encouraged), batting gloves. SHOES: NO CLEATS, NO METAL SPIKES, NO MOULDED CLEATS. Clothing should be loose fitting, athletic type which allows for movement and comfort while exercising. In the spring/summer/fall it can get warm in the barn, so your player may need to shed layers due to heat & humidity. In the cooler months, they may need to add layers, due to the chilly and cold temps. Prepare for flexibility depending on the climate of that day.
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WAIVER:
The online waiver you agree to covers it more extensively, but baseball and training for baseball is a very dangerous. Injury is always a reality when training. Do not sign up for lessons without fully reading the online waiver & understanding the inherent dangers of participation.
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SHOES & CLOTHING:
CROCS, SANDALS or anything even close ARE NOT ALLOWED. Part of taking training seriously is preparing properly. Wearing these will result in Coach Shawn deeming them unsafe or inappropriate and not allowing you to participate. If this is you, please note--NO refunds for your not being prepared for our lesson (same goes if you fail to bring equipment for hitting/pitching). This is not negotiable. Basically, you must bring & wear baseball appropriate gear for practicing baseball. We train indoors for the most part, so please prepare accordingly. IF you have questions, contact Coach Shawn at least 48 hours prior to your start time.
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WATER:
Bring water for hydration. Water and other options are available at a small cost, if needed. It is important that you hydrate before, during and after our lesson.
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OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST:
NO SEEDS. NO GUM. CLEAN UP AFTER YOURSELF. TAKE ALL YOUR BELONGINGS. The barn is not a playground. You are to respect the area and not allow people with you to touch or play with/on any of the equipment in the barn. Please refrain from coaching your player from the "sideline". Please allow coaches to instruct without interruption. Sometimes this is hard, but you are welcome to speak with coach before or after the lesson for guidance. Always remain back from all hitting nets/cages 6 feet or more. Stretching occurs and will inflict injury from bats and balls if you get inside the 6 ft. buffer needed. For players and those in attendance...NEVER STAND NEXT TO A NET OR BATTING CAGE EVER! EVEN IF IT SEEMS OR APPEARS SAFE--DO NOT!!ER! EVEN IF IT SEEMS OR APPEARS SAFE--DO NOT!!
