Belmont Blasters

The goal of this section is to provide helpful information on lessons, clinics and camps. Additional training no only helps your child become a better player, but helps them stay injury free. Remember when kids do something well, they enjoy it! This section may provide just the program to help make your child smile!

Please make sure to tell the coaches and program directors that you read about their programs on the Belmont Blasters website.
The links below point to a brief overview of local coaches and programs that focus on player development
Quick Links* color key 2009 player development calendar Submit a player development program. (San Jose thru Daily City)
Private Coaching  

 

Baseball is a game like no other.


Baseball provides our children with life long lessons by teaching them to overcome individual failure within a positive environment. You stand up to bat alone, yet your whole team is with you. Strikeout 6 of 10 times, and you will be welcomed into the Hall of Fame! Baseball teaches our children how to overcome adversity, gives them confidence and teamwork skills that will help shape them. Baseball helps children develop skills that will be useful in their everyday life and baseball will be a positive influence for the rest of their lives.The goal of this section is to provide helpful information.
Winter programs  
Spring programs  
Summer programs  
Weeknight clinics  
Weekend clinics  
Fitness programs  
Online training tools  
*listings are from San Jose thru the San Francisco Peninsula only.
 
Belmont Redwood Shores Little league Player Development Matrix 
This page is under construction! We'll make every attempt to provide accurate information; but please confirm all details and pricing!
Private Coaching Phone # Web site email Field access Hitting cages Bull pen Outdoor Indoor Private Groups Clinics Camps Time Ages costs
Hoff Pitching 650.302.1008 www.hoffpitching.com steve@hoffpitching.com yes yes yes yes no yes yes by request no per hr all $90 hour, packages as low as $60 hour
Address: Cañada College, 4200 Farm Hill Boulevard, Redwood City, CA 94061  MAP
Info: Private lesson are taught at Canada Collage's state of the art facilities. The facilities have batting cages, real bull pens and a field with artificial turf.
Coach: Coach Steve Hoff is focused is on pitching and hitting but teaches all aspects of the game. During Steve Hoff's 6-year professional playing career, Steve Hoff played over 345 innings, two all-star teams and shattered strikeout records. Steve not only has a resume of success that come with being a PRO baseball pitcher, but he has also distilled the philosophies of every coach who helped him along the way. Today he is the pitching coach for Canada Collage and enjoys teaching others.
 
Private Coaching Phone # Web site email Field access Hitting cages Bull pen Outdoor Indoor Privates Groups Clinics Camps Time Ages costs
Future Pro 650-270-4545 www.futureprobb.com via web page no yes yes no yes yes yes by request see below per hour ALL $100 hour, $50 1/2 hour
Address: Future Pro 1704 Rollins Road Burlingame, California 94010  MAP
Info: Private lessons are taught in Future Pro's facility in Burlingame. The center piece of the facility are the LED pitching machines. The LED pitching machines show the pitcher winding up and delivering the pitch. This provides a realistic game-like experience to improve your hitting. Two speed, left and right handed pitches are available with the LED machines. Softball players can hit on both slow and fast pitch machines. Custom built soft pitch machines are also available.
Coaches:

Coach Terry Whitfield's hitting instruction for students of all ages is provided by Terry Whitfield, former major league player with the New York Yankees, San Francisco Giants, Los Angeles Dodgers and the Japan Seibu Lions. During his career, Terry studied the techniques of successful batters and watched hundreds of hours of film analyzing the bio mechanics of hitting. His positive and technique-oriented coaching style enhances skills and builds confidence in hitters. Ed Ricks is Future Pro's pitching coach. Ed previously played with the Yankees, White Sox and Toronto Blue Jays before his career was cut short by injuries. Because of his own experience, Ed is committed to teaching his students the proper mechanics for throwing a baseball and building a sound foundation upon which a pitcher can build his career.

 
Private Coaching Phone # Web site email Field access Hitting cages Bull pen Outdoor Indoor Privates Groups Clinics Camps Time Ages costs
All Star Academy 650-961-2255 www.asabaseball.com benny033@aol.com yes yes yes no yes yes yes yes see below per hour ALL $110 hour, $55 1/2 hour - discounts available
Address: All Star Academy 2901 Mead Avenue Santa Clara, 95051  MAP
Info: The All Star Academy features a 17,000 square foot indoor and outdoor training facility that is home to a variety of instructional programs designed to develop the total player in softball and baseball.
Coaches:

Baseball Instructors and Coaches: Joe Gerber, Ben Martin, Jeff Martin, Steve Oiler, Troy Marcyes ,Brady Austin,Kyle Murdock,Derek Levingston, Pat Burges. All of their instructors and coaches are highly experienced professionals with many having played in the professional ranks and all of them at the collegiate level.
 
Private Coaching Phone # Web site email Field access Hitting cages Bull pen Outdoor Indoor Privates Groups Clinics Camps Time Ages costs
Tony Torres 650-704-3380 www.eteamz.com/cayarddawgsbaseball tonytorres1@comcast.net no no no yes no yes yes yes no per hour ALL $100 hour
Address: comes to your field or practice
Info: Tony is part of a group, who will help your teams coaches or even run a team for you.
Coach:

Tony received a scholarship from the University of California, Santa Barbara, where he was the starting second baseman and MVP for four years. After graduation, he was signed by the Baltimore Orioles. He has trained every age level and has led a high school varsity softball team to the league championship. His 25 years of coaching experience is woven into a manual on the complete game of baseball, with an emphasis on hitting. A proud father of four, his greatest joy is working with young players and witnessing their joy of improvement, on and off the field.
 
Private Coaching Phone # Web site email Field access Hitting cages Bull pen Outdoor Indoor Privates Groups Clinics Camps Time Ages costs

Steve Rich

 650-464-9706     no no no yes no yes yes yes no per hour ALL $100 hour
Address: comes to your field or practice
info: specializes in pitching
Coach:

info soon to come
 
Private Coaching Phone # Web site email Field access Hitting cages Bull pen Outdoor Indoor Privates Groups Clinics Camps Time Ages costs
Starting Line Up 650-201-3480 www.startinglineupbaseball.com Jeff Hillips yes no no yes no yes yes yes see below per hour ALL $60 hour, $45 1/2
Address: Crocker Middle School Baseball Field, Hillsborough
Info: Starting Line Up offers private instructions and discount packages
Coaches: The Starting Line Up staff consists of college and high school coaches, as well as professional and collegiate baseball players whose combined years of experience provide clients with an unparalleled level of instruction.
 
Private Coaching Phone # Web site email Field access Hitting cages Bull pen Outdoor Indoor Privates Groups Clinics Camps Time Ages costs
Preparing Legends 650-592-3866 www.preparinglegends.com info@preparinglegends.com n/o no no yes no yes yes yes see below per hour ALL TBA
Address:  
Info: offers private instructions
Coaches: Coach Williams is totally committed to his coaching philosophy, which he describes as, “creating and cultivating intrinsic motivation.” The tools and strategies Doug uses with the county’s best college players are directly implemented into the Preparing Legends camps. He and his staff have built a baseball camp with one goal: Provide a platform for young ballplayers to enhance self-motivation, confidence and enjoyment. Players have the opportunity to learn strategies they can utilize for a lifetime, both on and off the field.
 
Private Coaching Phone # Web site email Field access Hitting cages Bull pen Outdoor Indoor Privates Groups Clinics Camps Time Ages costs
Ritch Vallero 650-291-2262 n/a n/a n/o no no yes no yes yes no see below per hour ALL $60hr
Address:  
Info: offers private instructions
Coaches: Coach Ritch played as a pro catcher for 5 years, is in his 4th year as a varsity head coach at Carmont High School and coach for 5 years at Skyline Collage.
 
Winter Programs Phone # Web site email Field access Hitting cages Bull pen Outdoor Indoor Privates Clinics Camps Dates Time Ages Extended care camp costs
Future Pro 650-270-4545 www.futureprobb.com via web page yes yes yes yes yes see above yes

calendar

12/22-12/23

 9:00am-2:00pm 8-12 n/a Cost per session $125
12/29-12/30 2:30pm-4:00pm 13 & up n/a Cost per session $50
Address: Half Moon Bay High Lewis Foster Drive, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019  MAP
Info: The camp will be located on Half Moon Bay's High School Field. This is a new state of the art field much like Cañada College's. In the even of rain the camp will be held indoors at Future Pro.
About: Professional warm ups & position work, pitcher's mechanics and delivery, infielders drills and batting. 2 sessions in December 08
 
Winter Programs Phone # Web site email Field access Hitting cages Bull pen Outdoor Indoor Privates Clinics Camps Dates Time Ages Extended care costs
All Star Academy 650-961-2255 www.asabaseball.com benny033@aol.com yes yes yes no yes yes yes calendar Feb 16th - 20th 9am-3:30pm 7-12 n/a $250
Address: All Star Academy 2901 Mead Avenue Santa Clara, 95051  MAP
Info: The All Star Academy features a 17,000 square foot indoor and outdoor training facility that is home to a variety of instructional programs designed to develop the total player in softball and baseball.
Coaches:

Baseball Instructors and Coaches: Joe Gerber, Ben Martin, Jeff Martin, Steve Oiler, Troy Marcyes ,Brady Austin,Kyle Murdock,Derek Levingston, Pat Burges. All of their instructors and coaches are highly experienced professionals with many having played in the professional ranks and all of them at the collegiate level.
 
Spring programs Phone # Web site email Field access Hitting cages Bull pen Outdoor Indoor Privates Clinics Camps Dates Time Ages Extended care costs
All Star Academy 650-961-2255 www.asabaseball.com benny033@aol.com yes yes yes no yes yes yes calendar 4/13-4/17 9am-3:30pm 7-12 n/a $250
Address: All Star Academy 2901 Mead Avenue Santa Clara, 95051  MAP
Info: The All Star Academy features a 17,000 square foot indoor and outdoor training facility that is home to a variety of instructional programs designed to develop the total player in softball and baseball.
Coaches:

Baseball Instructors and Coaches: Joe Gerber, Ben Martin, Jeff Martin, Steve Oiler, Troy Marcyes ,Brady Austin,Kyle Murdock,Derek Levingston, Pat Burges. All of their instructors and coaches are highly experienced professionals with many having played in the professional ranks and all of them at the collegiate level.
 
Summer Programs Phone # Web site email Field access Hitting cages Bull pen Outdoor Indoor Privates Clinics Camps Dates Time Ages Extended care costs
Pitching Academy 650-324-9805 pitchingacademy.com/camps.html sales@pitchingacademy.com yes yes n/a yes no yes n/a calendar 4/6-4/10 9am-3pm 6-13 n/a Cost $195
Address: varies by date see web site
Info: This Baseball & Pitching School is one of the top Schools in Northern California. The camp is designed for beginners & experienced players. Players will be grouped by age and ability. Our defensive & offensive drills are proven and used daily in our camps. Learn the following fundamentals: Infield, Outfield, Pitching, Hitting, Bunting, Sliding, Running the Bases.
Coaches: Mike Roza, began giving private pitching lessons and pitching camps on a part-time basis 1998. It didn't take long for Mike to quit his 9 to 5 job due to the overwhelming demand for private pitching instruction. It is his dream to give pitchers of all ages instruction so that others can benefit from his experience and expertise.
 
Summer programs Phone # Web site email Field access Hitting cages Bull pen Outdoor Indoor Privates Clinics Camps Dates Time Ages Extended care costs
Future Pro 650-270-4545 www.futureprobb.com via web page yes yes yes yes yes see above yes calendar TBA 9:00am-3:00pm 7-12 TBA Cost per session $250
9:00pm-3:00pm 13 & up TBA Cost per session $250
Address: Half Moon Bay High Lewis Foster Drive, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019  MAP
Info: The camp will be located on Half Moon Bay's High School Field. This is a new state of the art field much like Cañada College's. In the even of rain the camp will be held indoors at Future Pro.
About: Professional warm ups & position work, pitcher's mechanics and delivery, infielders drills and batting. 5 sessions in summer 08
 
Summer Programs Phone # Web site email Field access Hitting cages Bull pen Outdoor Indoor Privates Clinics Camps Dates Time Ages Extended care costs
Stanford Baseball 650-723-4528 Stanford Camp kjbills@stanford.edu yes yes yes yes no no n/a calendar

6/15-19  

 9am-12:45pm 7-12 n/a per session $195
6/29-7/3
7/6-7/10 12:45pm-4:00pm per session $195
Address: Stanford Sunken Diamond 151 Sam McDonald Mall, Stanford, CA 94305, USA MAP
Info: AM skills camp -Players will be grouped by age, ability and prior experience. Program emphasis will be on individual skills, fundamentals and beginning team strategy. Areas covered will include outfield play, infield play, pitching, rundowns, base running, sliding, double plays, and much more. Check in and all instruction will be held at the Stanford Varsity Baseball Field (Sunken Diamond). Stanford's "state of the art" batting cages and pitching machines will be used and all campers will hit each day. Coach to camper ratio is one coach for every 10 players. All campers will receive a Stanford Baseball cap and camp t-shirt. PM The skills learned in Baseball School will be put into game situations. Each team will have 10 players and will play together and be coached by the same coach all week. 50% of each session is devoted to games and the other 50% to hitting in batting cages and viewing baseball videos. Games will be played on Sunken Diamond, our astroturf field and adjoining grass fields. YOU MUST ATTEND A STANFORD BASEBALL SCHOOL SESSION THIS SUMMER TO BE ELIGIBLE TO ATTEND THE GAMES CAMP.
Coaches: Stanford coaches and players with some other help
 
Summer Programs Phone # Web site email Field access Hitting cages Bull pen Outdoor Indoor Privates Clinics Camps Dates Time Ages Extended care costs
Preparing Legends 650-592-3866 www.preparinglegends.com info@preparinglegends.com yes yes yes yes no yes n/a calendar TBA 9am-3pm 7-12 n/a Cost per session $295
Address: College of San Mateo 1700 West Hillsdale Blvd. San Mateo, CA 94402
Info:

There will be a half hour lunch break each day. Each athlete must bring a lunch, snack, and drink each day. Each athlete must bring his/her own glove and bat. Each participant will receive a camp baseball hat and t-shirt.
Coaches: Coach Williams is totally committed to his coaching philosophy, which he describes as, “creating and cultivating intrinsic motivation.” The tools and strategies Doug uses with the county’s best college players are directly implemented into the Preparing Legends camps. He and his staff have built a baseball camp with one goal: Provide a platform for young ballplayers to enhance self-motivation, confidence and enjoyment. Players have the opportunity to learn strategies they can utilize for a lifetime, both on and off the field.
 
Summer Programs Phone # Web site email Field access Hitting cages Bull pen Outdoor Indoor Privates Clinics Camps Dates Time Ages Extended care costs
Giants Baseball 408-297-1435 Giants Summer Camp n/a yes yes yes yes no yes n/a calendar TBA 9am-4pm 8-12 n/a Cost per session $295
Address: San Jose Giants Municipal Stadium 588 East Alma Avenue San Jose, CA 95112
Info: The San Jose Giants introduce a new tradition for the organization and a great opportunity for kids to have fun in the sun while learning the fundamentals of America’s pastime or perfecting their baseball skills. During the five day camps, girls and boys ages 9 to 14 will have the opportunity to work on their hitting in the Giant’s batting cage, perfect their pitching in the bullpen, and practice their fielding at historic Municipal Stadium.
Coaches:  
 
Summer Programs Phone # Web site email Field access Hitting cages Bull pen Outdoor Indoor Privates Clinics Camps Dates Time Ages Extended care costs
All Star Academy 650-961-2255 www.asabaseball.com benny033@aol.com yes no no no no yes yes calendar TBA 9am-3:30pm 7-12 n/a $250
Address: TBA
Info: The All Star Academy uses field in the Los Altos area and in Santa Clara - Los Altos is a field my kid loves
Coaches:

Baseball Instructors and Coaches: Joe Gerber, Ben Martin, Jeff Martin, Steve Oiler, Troy Marcyes ,Brady Austin,Kyle Murdock,Derek Levingston, Pat Burges. All of their instructors and coaches are highly experienced professionals with many having played in the professional ranks and all of them at the collegiate level.
 
Summer Programs Phone # Web site email Field access Hitting cages Bull pen Outdoor Indoor Privates Clinics Camps Dates Time Ages Extended care costs
Pitching Academy 650-324-9805 pitchingacademy.com/camps.html sales@pitchingacademy.com yes yes n/a yes no yes n/a calendar every weekday from 6/22 ending on 8/21 9am-3pm 6-13 n/a Cost per session $235
Address: varies by date see web site
Info: This Baseball & Pitching School is one of the top Schools in Northern California. The camp is designed for beginners & experienced players. Players will be grouped by age and ability. Our defensive & offensive drills are proven and used daily in our camps. Learn the following fundamentals: Infield, Outfield, Pitching, Hitting, Bunting, Sliding, Running the Bases.
Coaches: Mike Roza, began giving private pitching lessons and pitching camps on a part-time basis 1998. It didn't take long for Mike to quit his 9 to 5 job due to the overwhelming demand for private pitching instruction. It is his dream to give pitchers of all ages instruction so that others can benefit from his experience and expertise.
 
Summer Programs Phone # Web site email Field access Hitting cages Bull pen Outdoor Indoor Privates Clinics Camps Dates Time Ages Extended care costs
Next Level Camps na nextlevelfb.cmiregistration.com n/a yes yes n/a yes no yes n/a calendar 6/15-6/19 11am-1pm 9-11 n/a Cost per session $200
6/22-6/26 9-11
7/6-7/10 12-15
7/13-7/17 12-15
8/3-8/7 12-15
Address: Serra High School 451 W 20th Ave San Mateo, CA 94403
Info: Camps are broken down by age group and the first four sessons are held during the middle of the day from 11:00-1:00. These camps have been perfect for kids playing summer baseball in the evenings. The camps will get you ready to perform at a very high level on your All-Star teams.
Coaches:  
 
Summer Programs Phone # Web site email Field access Hitting cages Bull pen Outdoor Indoor Privates Clinics Camps Dates Time Ages Extended care costs
Starting Line Up 650-201-3480 www.startinglineupbaseball.com Jeff Hiipps yes no no yes no yes n/a calendar TBA TBA 8-12 n/a Cost per session $250
Address: Crocker Middle School Baseball Field, Hillsborough
Info: Starting Line Up offers eight weeks of summer camp for players aged 6-12 years old. The first six sessions are held in Burlingame, followed by two sessions in Half Moon Bay. During our camps, the coaching staff provides individualized instruction to each camper by teaching the fundamentals, including throwing, hitting, fielding mechanics, outfield play and base-running. Each afternoon campers play scrimmages to develop their new skills.
Coaches: The Starting Line Up staff consists of college and high school coaches, as well as professional and collegiate baseball players whose combined years of experience provide clients with an unparalleled level of instruction.
 
Summer Programs Phone # Web site email Field access Hitting cages Bull pen Outdoor Indoor Privates Clinics Camps Dates Time Ages Extended care costs
Branham Baseball n/a www.branhambaseball.com email yes yes yes yes no no n/a calendar TBA 9am-1pm 7-13 n/a Cost per session $200
Address:

Branham High School 1570 Branham Lane San Jose, CA 95118
Info:

Branham Baseball camp is targeted at baseball players ages 7-13 who are interested in learning the fundamentals of the game and in improving their skills. All skill levels are welcome and will benefit from high-level coaching. Campers will be instructed in the areas of throwing, hitting, fielding, sportsmanship and base running, as well as individual skill areas (such as pitching and catching). Daily scrimmages will provide campers with the opportunity to practice and showcase their skills.
Coaches: Instruction will be provided by Branham Head Coach Landon Jacobs and his handpicked staff of top varsity players.
 
Weeknight clinics Phone # Web site email Field access Hitting cages Bull pen Outdoor Indoor Privates Clinics Camps Dates Time Ages Extended care costs
All Star Academy 650-961-2255 www.asabaseball.com benny033@aol.com n/a yes yes no yes yes pitching calendar Mondays Feb-May 5:00pm-6:00pm <10 n/a $79
hitting Mondays Feb-May 5:30pm-6:30pm <15
hitting Fridays Feb-May 5:30pm-6:30pm <10
catching Fridays Feb-May 6:30pm-7:30pm <12
Address: 2901 Mead AvenueSanta Clara, 95051
Info: The ASA Coaching Staff presents our Skill Specific Monthly Baseball Clinics. Each clinic session has 4 one hour meetings with a 5 to 1 player/instructor ratio. All clinics are located at our new state of the art indoor facility at 2901 Mead Avenue in Santa Clara. Please note all clinic sessions begin during the first week of the each month.
Coaches:

Baseball Instructors and Coaches: Joe Gerber, Ben Martin, Jeff Martin, Steve Oiler, Troy Marcyes ,Brady Austin,Kyle Murdock,Derek Levingston, Pat Burges. All of their instructors and coaches are highly experienced professionals with many having played in the professional ranks and all of them at the collegiate level.
 
Weekend clinics Phone # Web site email Field access Hitting cages Bull pen Outdoor Indoor Privates Clinics Camps Dates Time Ages Extended care costs
All Star Academy 650-961-2255 www.asabaseball.com benny033@aol.com n/a yes yes no yes yes hitting calendar Sundays Feb-May 12pm-1pm <12 n/a $79
pitching 5pm-6pm <12
pitching 4pm-5pm <15
catching 5pm6pm <15
Address: All Star Academy 2901 Mead Avenue Santa Clara, 95051
Info: The ASA Coaching Staff presents our Skill Specific Monthly Baseball Clinics. Each clinic session has 4 one hour meetings with a 5 to 1 player/instructor ratio. All clinics are located at our new state of the art indoor facility at 2901 Mead Avenue in Santa Clara. Please note all clinic sessions begin during the first week of the each month.
Coaches:

Baseball Instructors and Coaches: Joe Gerber, Ben Martin, Jeff Martin, Steve Oiler, Troy Marcyes ,Brady Austin,Kyle Murdock,Derek Levingston, Pat Burges. All of their instructors and coaches are highly experienced professionals with many having played in the professional ranks and all of them at the collegiate level.
 
General Fitness Phone # Web site email Field access Hitting cages Bull pen Outdoor Indoor Privates Clinics Camps Dates Time Ages Extended care costs
Velocity 650.654.4444 www.velocitysp.com/sancarlos web email n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a various all n/a various
Address: All Star Academy Velocity 595 Industrial Road San Carlos, CA 94070
Info: Offers great baseball conditioning programs: Whether your child wants to be the star of the team, or just wants a little more playing time, we can help them reach their goals. Our coaches will push athletes to their limits, but not beyond them. They will use positive reinforcement to ensure that your child feels good about his or her accomplishments. And at the completion of the first program, you'll see the improvement in your child's athletic performance and a boost in self-confidence from what they've achieved.
Coaches: see site
 
Online training Phone # Web site email Field access Hitting cages Bull pen Outdoor Indoor Privates Extended care Camps Time Ages camp costs
  713-461-3012 www.tipsfromthecoach.com tpicbl@sbcglobal.net n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Address: 1438 Campbell Rd Suite 106 Houston, Tx 77055
Info:

TIPS FROM THE COACH is about the Youth Baseball Experience. Lots of training aids and trainning videos- will travel to train coaches etc
Coaches:

Bruce Lambin