Beginner training plan
Your first lessonThe first lesson with a beginner is all about creating a positive, fun, and encouraging environment. My top priority is to make the player feel comfortable, confident, and excited to learn.
We start with a brief conversation to get to know each other — I ask about their experience, favorite players or teams, and what they hope to achieve. This helps me understand their personality, learning style, and motivation.
Then we move into a light warm-up and simple movement drills to assess coordination, athletic ability, and how they move. From there, I introduce basic fundamentals:
Throwing: Grip, body alignment, and follow-through
Fielding: Ready position and glove basics
Hitting: Stance, balance, and hand-eye coordination (often using a tee).
Lesson 11+⚾ Lesson 11: Consistency & Muscle Memory
Repetition-based drills for hitting, throwing, and fielding
Focus on repeating proper mechanics under light pressure
Introduce hitting zones and pitch selection
⚾ Lesson 12: Live Defense Situations
Simulate game plays with runners
Cut-off basics, force plays, and backing up throws
Emphasize communication and reaction time
⚾ Lesson 13: Hitting Under Pressure
Timed hitting drills, hitting with a count (e.g. 0-2, 3-1)
Focus on pitch recognition and situational hitting (ground ball, fly ball)
Competition-style hitting game
⚾ Lesson 14: Double Plays & Tag Plays
Turn two (with simplified footwork)
How to apply and avoid tags
Introduce force vs. tag play decisions
⚾ Lesson 15: Positional Play Intro
Teach responsibilities of each position (1B, 2B, SS, OF, etc.)
Rotate players through key spots
Communication and cutoff overview
⚾ Lesson 16: Game Strategy Basics
Understanding innings, outs, and scoring
When to run, bunt, steal, or hold
Simulated game plays with live coaching
⚾ Lesson 17: Small Ball & Bunting
Bunting mechanics and purpose
Practice bunting for hits and sacrifices
Base running after bunt situations
⚾ Lesson 18: Catcher Fundamentals (if applicable)
Stance, receiving, blocking basics
Catch-and-throw to 2B drills
Communication with pitcher and infield
⚾ Lesson 19: Review & Competitive Scrimmage Prep
Combine all skills into team-like structure
Review rules, positions, signs, and responsibilities
Short scrimmage with coach feedback
⚾ Lesson 20: Showcase & Celebration
Full scrimmage or controlled game with feedback
Highlight individual progress
Award or recognition for effort, growth, and teamwork
Encourage continued development and love for the game
