When a lesson is a 40-minute drive away, every minute on the field needs to count. That is the idea behind Private Baseball Lessons in Minooka, IL with Coach Cinz: a clear goal for each session, 1-on-1 attention, and homework the player can do between visits.
Coach Cinz has over 25 years in baseball as a player or coach and spent five years before the pandemic as a hitting, fielding and pitching instructor with the Chicago White Sox organization. See how sessions are structured on our private baseball lessons guide.
How far is Minooka from Coach Cinz?
Minooka is in Grundy County, about 25.4 miles south of The Play & Thrive Club Naperville. Expect a drive of about 41 minutes. Lessons, camps and clinics are held there in the off-season and on rainy days, and private lessons can also be held at a location of your choice within the Chicagoland area. That option is worth raising when you book if the full drive does not fit your week.
Making the most of each trip
- Double up. Book two 30-minute blocks back to back, for example one on hitting and one on fielding.
- Come with a goal. The Benchmark sets clear targets, so each lesson picks up where the last one ended.
- Stay sharp between visits. Video Analysis ($35) or a virtual Private Lesson keeps progress moving.
- Use the membership. It saves $20 per lesson, with no limit.
What Minooka players work on
A Private Lesson ($65, 30 minutes) can cover any skill: hitting, pitching, infield, catching and more. Coach Cinz teaches movements, mechanics and, most importantly, timing, and he builds the mental game (confidence, mindset, consistency) alongside the physical skills.
For pitchers, he follows the MLB/USA Baseball Pitch Smart guidelines and recommends resting a sore arm. If there is pain or an injury, see a doctor or athletic trainer first.
Parents in his reviews mention travel teams improving their pitching, and players gaining confidence as their mechanics improve. They also say he explains the “why” behind each change, so players know what to practice at home.
Because Minooka sits near the outer edge of our in-person area, the plan leans on clear priorities. Rather than touching every skill a little, Coach Cinz usually picks one or two areas from the Benchmark and works them until they hold up, then moves on. That keeps each drive focused and makes progress easier for parents to see.
Ready to book Private Baseball Lessons in Minooka, IL?
Every player starts with the free Benchmark. Answer the goal questions online, and Coach Cinz will reply within 48 hours with times to measure current metrics. Then he builds a plan around those goals.
Start your free Benchmark. We also coach players from Channahon and Shorewood. For pricing and lesson details, visit the 1-on-1 lessons page.
Minooka families ask
What is the best way for a Minooka family to schedule lessons around the drive?
The Naperville facility is about 41 minutes and 25.4 miles from Minooka. Many families book two 30-minute blocks back to back in one visit, then use Video Analysis or a virtual Private Lesson between trips. Private lessons can also be held at a location you choose within the Chicagoland area.
Can a Minooka pitcher take private lessons with Coach Cinz?
Yes. A 30-minute Private Lesson can focus on pitching. Coach Cinz works on movements, mechanics and timing, follows the MLB/USA Baseball Pitch Smart guidelines, and recommends resting a sore arm. For any pain or injury, see a doctor or athletic trainer before training.
