At about 68 minutes each way, a weekly drive to Naperville is a lot to ask of a Vernon Hills family. Online Baseball Lessons in Vernon Hills, IL solve most of that: a player works one-on-one with Coach Cinz from home, then visits the facility only when an in-person session really adds value. Our online baseball lessons and swing analysis page explains every format.
Which formats fit a Vernon Hills player?
- Zoom Lesson ($65, 30 minutes): live, one-on-one coaching online, starting with a consultation so Coach Cinz understands the athlete’s goals.
- Video Analysis ($35): submit a video of a skill, such as a swing or a throwing motion, and get drills back.
- Full Scouting Analysis ($390, 3 hours): an in-depth evaluation of hitting, pitching, fielding and base running, with a detailed report.
The first two happen fully online, which makes them the natural base for a player who lives this far north.
How do Online Baseball Lessons in Vernon Hills, IL work?
- Complete the free Benchmark goals form. Coach Cinz replies within 48 hours.
- Set up a camera angle that shows the athlete’s full body and the ball.
- Work through the assigned drills at home, then send new video to check progress.
- Plan an occasional trip to Naperville for an assessment or a clinic.
Coach Cinz teaches movement, mechanics and, most importantly, timing. Video makes timing easier to see, because a swing or delivery can be slowed down and reviewed step by step. He also coaches the mental side: confidence, mindset and consistency.
Online training rewards players who practice between sessions. Parents can help by filming reps and keeping clips organized, so each Zoom Lesson picks up where the last one ended. Pitchers working online should still follow the MLB/USA Baseball Pitch Smart guidelines and rest a sore arm.
When is the drive to Naperville worth it?
Vernon Hills is in Lake County, about 46 miles north of The Play & Thrive Club Naperville. A few times a season, an in-person visit makes sense:
- A $195 Personal Assessment, one-on-one, for a personal opinion on where the athlete stands.
- A 1.5-hour Hitting, Pitching or Fielding Clinic, at $204.
Coach Cinz has 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. He is rated 4.9 stars from 66 Google reviews. Membership saves $20 per lesson with no limit, and every athlete who books training gets a Play 2 Earn Sports player profile to track stats, goals and progress.
He also works with families in nearby Mundelein and Libertyville.
Ready to start? Fill in the free Benchmark goals form and Coach Cinz will reply within 48 hours with next steps. For more on formats and pricing, visit our online lessons and swing analysis page.
Vernon Hills families ask
Do Vernon Hills players ever need to come to Naperville?
Not every week. Most work can happen through Zoom Lessons and Video Analysis. The facility is about 68 minutes and about 46 miles south, so an occasional visit for a Personal Assessment or a clinic is a good way to check progress in person and set the next plan.
What does a Vernon Hills athlete need for a Zoom Lesson?
A phone, tablet or laptop with a camera, a stable internet connection and enough space to swing or throw safely. Position the camera so the full body is visible. Each Zoom Lesson is $65 for 30 minutes, and it starts with a consultation about the athlete's goals.
