A hitter who doubts her swing usually swings late. Softball Hitting Lessons in South Elgin, IL with Coach Cinz work on the swing and the mindset together, because confidence and timing tend to improve at the same time.
Coach Cinz Baseball is a baseball and softball company that puts the athlete’s goals first. Coach Cinz has over 25 years in baseball as a player or coach, including five years before the pandemic as an instructor with the Chicago White Sox organization. Learn more on our softball lessons page.
Building a confident softball hitter
The mental game is part of every lesson, not an extra. Coach Cinz works on:
- Confidence: trusting the swing she has practiced.
- Mindset: a simple plan for each at-bat.
- Consistency: a routine that holds up game after game.
Underneath that sit movements, mechanics and, most importantly, timing. Parents in his reviews say he explains the “why” behind each change and is patient with kids who learn differently.
Confidence here is not a pep talk. It comes from knowing what to do: a hitter with a clear load, a clear stride and a clear plan for the count has less to think about when the pitch is on its way. That is why mechanics and mindset are coached side by side, and why progress is measured against the Benchmark rather than one good or bad game.
How do South Elgin families fit lessons into the week?
South Elgin is in Kane County, about 21.3 miles north of The Play & Thrive Club Naperville. The drive takes about 39 minutes. There are a few ways to make that work:
- Train at the Naperville facility, especially in the off-season and on rainy days.
- Book a Private Lesson at a location of your choice within the Chicagoland area.
- Book two 30-minute blocks in one visit when the swing needs extra time.
Between lessons, South Elgin hitters can send a clip for Video Analysis ($35) and get drills back to practice at home. Many families prefer the location-of-choice option once the weather warms up, and save the indoor facility for winter and rainy days.
First steps for Softball Hitting Lessons in South Elgin, IL
Start with the free Benchmark. The player answers a few goal questions online, and Coach Cinz replies within 48 hours with times to measure her current metrics. From there, lessons are $65 per 30 minutes, and a membership saves $20 per lesson, with no limit.
Every athlete who books also receives a Play 2 Earn Sports player profile to track stats, goals and progress.
Take the first step with the free Benchmark form. We also train players from nearby Elgin and Bartlett. For programs and pricing, see our softball training overview.
South Elgin families ask
Can a South Elgin softball player take lessons without driving to Naperville each time?
Yes. The Naperville facility is about 39 minutes and 21.3 miles away, but Private Lessons can also happen at a location of your choice within the Chicagoland area. Video Analysis lets a hitter send a clip between sessions and get drills back without traveling.
Does Coach Cinz work on the mental side of hitting?
Yes. Confidence, mindset and consistency are part of every lesson, alongside movements, mechanics and timing. South Elgin hitters learn a simple plan for each at-bat and a routine they can repeat, so a good swing in practice carries over into games.
