A catcher is involved in almost every pitch of a game, yet the position often gets less focused coaching than hitting or pitching. Coach Cinz offers Baseball Catching Lessons in Romeoville, IL through one-on-one Private Lessons focused on receiving, blocking, throwing and the footwork that ties them together. See how catcher training fits into our baseball catching lessons program.
Romeoville sits in Will County, about 12.6 miles southeast of Naperville. The drive to The Play & Thrive Club Naperville takes about 26 minutes.
What does a Romeoville catcher work on?
- Stance and setup. A primary and a secondary stance that give a good target and stay ready for runners.
- Receiving. Quiet hands and a steady glove so strikes stay strikes.
- Blocking. Getting the body in front of balls in the dirt and keeping them close.
- Transfers and throws. Quick feet and a clean exchange on steal attempts.
As with every skill he teaches, Coach Cinz pays close attention to movement, mechanics and timing. He explains the reason behind each change so the catcher understands it, not just repeats it.
Good catchers also think along with the game: where the runners are, what the count is, and how the pitcher is feeling. Coach Cinz talks through those situations during lessons so a young catcher learns to anticipate rather than react. Softball catchers are welcome too, since Coach Cinz Baseball trains both baseball and softball athletes.
How do Baseball Catching Lessons in Romeoville, IL work?
Each Private Lesson is $65 for 30 minutes, one-on-one. If you want more time on blocking and throwing, book multiple 30-minute blocks back to back. Lessons happen at the Naperville facility, especially in the off-season and on rainy days, or at a location of your choice within Chicagoland. A lesson might stay on one skill for the full 30 minutes or split time between two, depending on what the catcher needs most.
A membership saves $20 per lesson, with no limit. Romeoville families who want a complete picture of a player can also book a $390 Full Scouting Analysis, a three-hour evaluation of hitting, pitching, fielding and base running with a detailed report.
Coach Cinz brings more than 25 years in baseball, including five years before the pandemic as a hitting, fielding and pitching instructor with the Chicago White Sox organization, working mostly with pre-draft players. The mental side matters behind the plate too, so he also coaches confidence and consistency.
Start with the free Benchmark
The first step is the free online Benchmark goals form. Coach Cinz replies within 48 hours with times to measure the catcher’s current metrics, then builds a plan around those goals. The plan can change as the catcher improves. Every athlete who books training also receives a Play 2 Earn Sports player profile to track progress.
Players from nearby Bolingbrook and Lockport train with us too. When you are ready, read more about catcher training with Coach Cinz, or text 312-493-3067 with questions.
Romeoville families ask
How far is the Naperville facility from Romeoville for catching lessons?
It is about 12.6 miles northwest of Romeoville, a drive of about 26 minutes. If that does not fit your week, Private Lessons can also be held at a location you choose within Chicagoland, which can be handy for a catcher who wants to work near home.
Is there a group catching option for Romeoville players?
Private Lessons are one-on-one and have no group option, so catching work is individual. Catchers who also want to train alongside other players can add the Fielding Clinic or the Hitting Clinic, each $204 for 1.5 hours, to build the rest of their game.
