For a hitter in DeKalb County, the drive matters. Baseball Hitting Lessons in Sandwich, IL work best when every trip to Naperville is planned, and when the swing keeps getting feedback between visits.
Coach Cinz brings over 25 years in baseball and five years as a hitting, fielding and pitching instructor in the Chicago White Sox organization. His approach to hitting lessons built around timing puts the athlete’s goals first.
How far is Sandwich from Coach Cinz’s facility?
The Play & Thrive Club Naperville is about 46 minutes and about 24 miles east of Sandwich. That is too far for many families to make a quick weeknight run, so we suggest a different rhythm:
- Double up: book two back-to-back 30-minute Private Lessons ($65 each) so one trip gives a full hour of swing work.
- Stay connected: between visits, send a clip for a $35 Video Analysis and get drills back.
- Go live online: a 30-minute Zoom Lesson ($65) lets Coach Cinz watch the swing in real time from home.
Baseball Hitting Lessons in Sandwich, IL: what changes in the swing
Coach Cinz focuses on movements, mechanics and, most importantly, timing. Many hitters have the strength already. What they need is a load and stride that start at the right moment, so the barrel arrives on time. He explains the “why” behind each adjustment, which makes it easier for a Sandwich hitter to keep practicing correctly on their own between trips.
He also works on the mental side of hitting: confidence, mindset and consistency. Reviews include a 12-year-old who went from freezing at the plate to hitting his first home run.
Making the most of a visit
Come with a clear goal for the session, and film a few swings at home the week before so there is something to compare. After the lesson, a short practice list keeps the work going. Members save $20 per lesson with no limit, which adds up for players doubling their sessions.
Hitters in nearby Yorkville and Plano use the same visit-plus-video pattern.
What to film for a Video Analysis
Good video makes remote feedback much more useful. Film a few full-speed swings from the side and from the front, with the whole body in frame, in steady light. Live pitching or front toss is better than a tee when possible, because it shows timing. Send the clip for review, and Coach Cinz will return drills aimed at what he sees. Sandwich players who keep a short video diary can bring it to their next Naperville visit, which helps the in-person session start fast.
Start with the free Benchmark goals form. Coach Cinz replies within 48 hours with times to measure your hitter’s metrics, and together you can plan a schedule that fits the drive. Read more on our baseball hitting lessons page.
Sandwich families ask
Is it worth driving from Sandwich for a 30-minute hitting lesson?
Most Sandwich families book two back-to-back 30-minute lessons so the roughly 46-minute drive delivers a full hour of work. Between visits, a Video Analysis or Zoom Lesson keeps the feedback going, so the swing keeps improving without a weekly trip to Naperville.
Can a Sandwich hitter start with online lessons only?
Yes. A 30-minute Zoom Lesson starts with a consultation, and a Video Analysis turns a short swing clip into specific drills. Many hitters begin online and add an in-person session in Naperville when they want Coach Cinz to see the swing live and measure metrics.
