Coach Cinz Baseball is a Baseball and Softball company, and hitters of both sports get the same careful attention. Softball Hitting Lessons in Lockport, IL focus on the athlete’s goals first, then on the movements, mechanics and timing that make a swing work.
In softball, the ball arrives quickly and the decision window is short, so timing matters a great deal. Our page on softball lessons with Coach Cinz explains how he adapts his teaching to softball players.
Why timing is the starting point for Softball Hitting Lessons in Lockport, IL
A hitter can have a good-looking swing and still be late. Coach Cinz looks at when the load starts, how the stride lands, and whether the hands stay connected to the body. Then he explains the reason behind each change so the hitter can repeat it in a game.
He also works on the mental game. Confidence, mindset and consistency help a hitter stay steady after a strikeout. Parents have praised how patient he is with kids who learn differently.
How far is Lockport from the Naperville facility?
Lockport is in Will County, southeast of Naperville. The drive is about 34 minutes and about 17.7 miles. Lockport families have two options for in-person work:
- Train at The Play & Thrive Club Naperville, in the off-season and on rainy days.
- Book a private lesson at a location of your choice within the Chicagoland area.
Players from nearby Joliet and Crest Hill make a similar drive, which helps if you want to arrange a group session with teammates.
Softball and baseball swings share a lot, but the details differ. The pitch comes from a different release point and plane, and the distance is shorter, so the hitter’s load and launch need to be ready sooner. Coach Cinz watches for these differences instead of copying a baseball swing onto a softball player. He also keeps the teaching simple: one clear adjustment at a time, with drills the hitter can repeat at home in a garage or backyard. That keeps practice between visits short, focused and easy to keep up.
What does it cost?
- Private Lesson: $65 for 30 minutes, 1-on-1. Book two blocks in a row for a full hour.
- Hitting Clinic: $204 for 1.5 hours on swing technique, with a group option at 3× the price.
- Video Analysis: $35. Send a video of a swing and get drills back, useful between visits.
A membership saves $20 per lesson with no limit. Every athlete who books training also gets a Play 2 Earn Sports player profile to track stats, goals and progress.
Take the first step for free. Fill in the Benchmark goals form and Coach Cinz will reply within 48 hours with times to measure your hitter’s metrics. You can also read more about softball hitting and fielding training before you decide.
Lockport families ask
Does Coach Cinz really coach softball hitters from Lockport?
Yes. Coach Cinz Baseball is a baseball and softball company. Softball hitters get the same approach as baseball players: goals first, then movements, mechanics and timing. Lockport players can train at the Naperville facility, about 34 minutes away, or at a Chicagoland location of their choice.
How can a Lockport softball player keep improving between lessons?
Video Analysis is a simple option. The player records a swing, sends it in for $35, and gets drills back to practice at home. It keeps progress moving between in-person sessions, especially during busy weeks when the drive to Naperville is harder to fit in.
