Clinics give young players something a private lesson cannot: reps alongside other athletes, with a coach watching every one. For families looking at Baseball Clinics in Plainfield, IL, Coach Cinz runs 1.5-hour hitting, pitching and fielding clinics at The Play & Thrive Club Naperville, about 20 minutes north of Plainfield. Our baseball camps and clinics guide explains what each session covers.
Which clinics can Plainfield players join?
- Hitting Clinic ($204, 1.5 hours): group work on swing technique, with a focus on timing.
- Pitching Clinic ($204, 1.5 hours): balance, break and dangle, stride, arm action and follow-through. Players start with partner throws, then move to the mound, and each clinic includes a video breakdown of pitching mechanics.
- Fielding Clinic ($204, 1.5 hours): the 6 F’s of a great infielder (Feet, Field, Funnel, Footwork, Fire, Follow), drills, live action off the bat, then situational plays.
More sessions are listed as Skills Clinics as they are announced. Every clinic blends instruction with repetition, and Coach Cinz explains the purpose of each drill so players can take it back to team practice.
For young pitchers, we recommend following the MLB/USA Baseball Pitch Smart guidelines. A sore arm needs rest, and any pain should be checked by a doctor or athletic trainer.
Why choose Baseball Clinics in Plainfield, IL with Coach Cinz?
Coach Cinz has spent more than 25 years in baseball. Before the pandemic, he spent five years as a hitting, fielding and pitching instructor with the Chicago White Sox organization, working mostly with pre-draft players. In a clinic, that shows up as clear cues, quick corrections and an explanation of why each change matters.
He is rated 4.9 stars from 66 Google reviews. Reviewers often mention improved mechanics and confidence, and travel teams at the 17/18U and 14U levels have credited him with better pitching.
Getting there from Will County
The facility is about 10.4 miles north of Plainfield, usually a drive of about 20 minutes. Clinics run there in the off-season and on rainy days, which helps when outdoor fields are unavailable.
Players who want one-on-one time between clinics can add a $65, 30-minute Private Lesson, held at the facility or at a location of your choice within Chicagoland. Membership saves $20 per lesson with no limit.
A clinic can also be a low-pressure way to meet the coach before booking one-on-one time. Players see how Coach Cinz teaches, parents hear how he explains each drill, and the family can decide on next steps with real information. Every athlete who books training gets a Play 2 Earn Sports player profile to track stats, goals and progress.
We also coach players from nearby Shorewood and Romeoville.
Not sure which clinic fits? Begin with the free Benchmark goals form. Coach Cinz replies within 48 hours with times to measure your player’s metrics, then recommends a plan around their goals. You can also compare every option on our clinics and camps page.
Plainfield families ask
Is the drive from Plainfield worth it for a 90-minute clinic?
The facility is about 20 minutes and about 10.4 miles north of Plainfield, so a 1.5-hour clinic plus travel fits into a single evening or weekend morning. Clinics are held at The Play & Thrive Club Naperville in the off-season and on rainy days.
Can a Plainfield player attend more than one type of clinic?
Yes. The Hitting, Pitching and Fielding Clinics are separate 1.5-hour sessions at $204 each, so a player can book whichever skills they want to work on. The free Benchmark is a good way to decide which clinic to start with, based on the athlete's own goals.
