softball programs

Age Group	Dates	Week Day	Time	Cost	Registration

New this year, our 10 week hitting programs will now be Powered by Rapsodo! Each player will receive a Rapsodo account where athletes can track their progress, as well as, see videos of their swing! Over the 10 weeks, athletes will be tested several times with all data available on the account.

Additionally, athletes will be placed in working groups based on age and skillset so the instruction can be more individualized. Athletes start and progress at different stages and this will ensure the instruction will be appropriate and advance each athlete

10 Week Rapsodo® Hitting Program

Program Details:

This program will cover all aspects of hitting. Below is more information on what to expect:

Proper Equipment: Offer advice on bat size and length.
Plate Presence: Explaining body placement in box.
Hitting Mechanics: Improve the mechanics involved in hitting, optimizing a player’s bat speed and time spent in the hitting zone.
Tee Work: Break down the mechanics of a swing. (Ex. Inside, Outside, Middle, Extension, Contact)
Front Toss: Timing a moving pitch. Translating our tee work mechanics to a ball in motion.
Live Pitching: Hitting off of a pitcher similar to game speed experience.
Situational Hitting: Learning the scenarios that are encountered in each at bat.
Pre and Post Testing: Using Stalker Radar Guns or Rapsodo Hitting Technology to measure improvement throughout the 10 weeks.

*Groups will be separated by age*

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Age Group	Dates	Week Day	Time	Cost	Registration

Catching Programs

Aspects covered throughout the sessions in this program include but are not limited to:

Proper gear
- Protection
- Sizing
- Functionality
Setups and Stances
- Signal Stance
- Primary Stance
- Secondary Stance
Receiving
- Pocket/glove Awareness
- Fielding in zones
Blocking
- Left, right, middle – all pitches
- Block and recover
Throwing
- Proper footwork and transfer
- Efficient throwing mechanics
Defense
- - Tag plays at home
  - Fielding bunts/ slow rollers
  - Pop-ups

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Age Group	Dates	Week Day	Time	Cost	Registration

Pitching Programs

5 Week

This program will cover proper warm up routine and pitching form with corrections to reduce the risk of injury. The instructors will assist with increasing pitchers softball IQ and explaining the importance of the battery communication. Also covered, but not limited to:

Arm Care: Pre/post pitching exercises for strengthening and injury prevention.
Basic Pitching Mechanics: Series of throwing exercises to help ensure proper mechanics & strengthen muscle groups in arm.
Pitch Development: Establishing command and development of pitches, primarily a speed and off-speed pitch.
Pitch Selection: Help pitchers understand the mental side of pitching — what pitches to throw and when. Challenge the athletes to up their softball IQ.
Pitchers Fielding Practice: Teaching proper ways to field position, along with base coverages or backups.

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Softball Practice Player Program

All Players: 8U - 18U

Off Season Instructional Program Overview:

The ISA Practice Player program is designed for athletes who want to train at ISA like an ISA Travel team player, but without the requirement to play for an ISA team. This program allows athletes to play for a summer team of their choice.

Marucci Sports is an official partner of Impact Sports Academy and through our partnership, ISA is able to offer an exclusive discount on Marucci products. Each player will be provided access to our Marucci website to order merchandise, softball equipment and gear.

In the event an ISA Travel Team would need a player due to any unforeseen circumstance, ISA practice players will be the first to be considered. This opportunity may be a one weekend fill-in or as a full-time player.

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Advanced Performance Training (APT)

We are in year 3 of our ISA Advanced Performance Training (APT) program. New to the Advanced Performance Training program this year, we are offering a 13/14u training group twice a week as well as a 11/12u training group once a week. All high school athletes will be provided with a weekly routine with take home workouts including strength, speed, and mobility days. High School APT athletes are also permitted to use the ISA weight room during open gym hours.

The point of the weekly routine is to help athletes understand the process of workouts vs recovery and being efficient with their time when outside of ISA. The routine is built under the assumption that each APT athlete is fully attending team practices and the standard weekend performance training within the walls of ISA.

Developed and overseen by Certified Strength Coach (CSCS) Tanner Gussert and Performance Enhancement Specialist (NASM) Ryan Fritze, this program will push athletes to become bigger, faster, and stronger.

APT has grown from an after-school workout into a full-fledged speed/weight training program. Built into two ten-week phases, ATP is set to mimic a true professional offseason.

Possibly the best part of the program is watching the kids own their development. It makes them build a routine while balancing school, ISA practices, extracurricular activities, and proper rest/recovery. Not only does it push them physically but adds responsibility to work in groups, be consistent, and on time.

Advanced Performance Training (APT) is for both baseball and softball athletes.

Each session lasts 1 hour and 30 minutes.

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Youth Fall League

5U/6U & 7U/8U Fall Instructional League

Program Overview:

Athletes will receive 4 weeks of instruction from ISA staff members and 3 weeks of games. After the 4 weeks of instruction, athletes will be placed on teams in hopes to create equal/competitive teams. Goals of the program are to create good fundamentals and a better understanding of game situations. Each team will be coached by an ISA staff member during games.

Jersey T-Shirt included. This is a co-ed program.

Age Group	Dates	Week Day	Time	Cost	Registration

Softball Hitting & Throwing Velocity Program

20 Week Program: 15U+ Softball Athletes

Wednesdays from 6:45 PM - 8:15 PM

October 16th - December 18th (10 Weeks)
OFF December 25 and January 1
January 8th - March 12th (10 Weeks)

Limited spots available!

Additional Information:

Hitting drills and techniques designed to improve power and bat speed
Plyo ball throwing drills and technquies designed to improve overhand throwing power
Medicine ball and weight room training to become a more explosive ahtlete
Bellin Health Titletown pre- and post- assessments for strength and mobility

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9U - 12U Softball Summer Camps

Session Details:

6U - 8U Softball Skill Building

Join us for this 3-hour camp to introduce the basics of base running, throwing, catching, fielding, and hitting. Along with basic fundamentals, we will cover the "why" behind the game and provide breakdowns for both offensive and defensive skill building. We will introduce infield, outfield, and hitting progressions to further enhance their situational skillset and experiences.

During the 3-hour session, staff members will provide feedback on training and helpful guidance on best practices. Classroom time will also be utilized as necessary to discuss focus points and training drills.

9U - 12U Fielding / Hitting Sessions

Join us for this 3-hour camp to cover offensive and defensive skill development. Athletes will be taught the fundamentals of proper throwing, catching, fielding, and hitting. Along with basic fundamentals, they will be taught infield, outfield, and hitting progressions to further enhance their situational skillset and experiences.

During the 3-hour session, staff members will use statistical data from tools like Rapsodo and radar to provide accurate tracking metrics and instant feedback on training. Classroom time will also be utilized to discuss and breakdown both fielding and hitting techniques and best practices.

9U - 12U Pitching / Hitting Sessions

Join us for this 3-hour camp to cover pitching and hitting skill development. Athletes will be taught the fundamentals of catch and a full breakdown of pitching on the mound. Basic fundamentals of pitching like proper grips and pitch sequencing will be covered.

In addition to pitching, they will experience custom hitting progressions to further enhance their situational skillset and experiences.

During the 3-hour session, staff members will use statistical data from tools like Rapsodo and radar to provide accurate tracking metrics and instant feedback on training. Classroom time will also be utilized to discuss and breakdown both pitching and hitting techniques and best practices.

Age	Week Day	Focus	Cost	Enroll
6U - 8U Softball	Mondays	Skill Building	$75	Click to Register
9U - 10U Softball	Tuesdays	Pitching / Hitting	$75	Click to Register
11U - 12U Softball	Wednesdays	Pitching / Hitting	$75	Click to Register

Age Group	Dates	Week Day	Time	Cost	Registration

5 Week Hitting Program

Program Details:

This program will cover the fundamentals of hitting. Below is more information on what to expect:

Proper Equipment: Offer advice on bat size and length.
Plate Presence: Explaining body placement in box.
Hitting Mechanics: Improve the mechanics involved in hitting, optimizing a player’s bat speed and time spent in the hitting zone.
Tee Work: Break down the mechanics of a swing. (Ex. Inside, Outside, Middle, Extension, Contact)
Front Toss: Timing a moving pitch. Translating our tee work mechanics to a ball in motion.

*Groups will be separated by age*

Age Group	Dates	Week Day	Time	Cost	Registration
9U - 14U	3/27 - 4/24	Thursdays	4:00 PM - 5:00 PM	$200	Click to Enroll