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Baseball Lessons & Instruction — Serving the Chicago Northwest Suburbs, IL

Baseball & Softball Instruction for All Ages

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If you are looking for quality instruction in the Chicagoland area, you have come to the right place!  Our experienced staff of baseball instructors and personal trainers are well respected and have worked with kids, teens, and adults of all ages and abilities.

Since our inception, we have built our reputation on personal service and convenience, and truly have a passion for teaching the game. We are experienced in teaching all aspects of the game, whether it be pitching lessons, hitting lessons, catching lessons, or any other skill.

If you reside in the Lake Zurich, Barrington, Mundelein, or Palatine area we can schedule a private lesson at our baseball training facility which is conveniently located in Lake Zurich, IL.  If you live in a nearby community we can even provide a one-on-one lesson at your home, or attend your team practice at a location of your choosing!



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Lesson Type Pricing Duration Players
One-Skill Get Pricing 30 min 1
Multi-Skill Get Pricing 60 min 1-2
In-Home* Get Pricing 60 min 1-2
Video Analysis Get Pricing 75 min 1
* In-Home lessons are limited to specified locations within the Chicagoland area.  Additional service charges may apply for facility rental, or locations more than 15 miles from Lake Zurich, IL.

Build Confidence with Private Lessons

One of the most effective ways to learn an individual skill such as hitting a baseball or throwing a pitch, is to have an experienced coach work directly by your side. A good quality baseball instructor will correct your form, watch your every motion, and encourage you to do your best.

Mastering a skill requires a step-by-step approach, and our baseball instructors place a great emphasis on teaching one component at a time, utilizing customized drills for every lesson. Our instructors are fun to work with, and pride themselves on respect for the game and their students.

With positive reinforcement, a great baseball coach from Go Hardball can help you build confidence in yourself whether you are just learning the fundamentals, or looking to gain a competitive edge at the highest level.

Contact our Lake Zurich baseball training academy today to schedule a free hitting or pitching evaluation!


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Designed for baseball or softball players, these clinics have a small class size of 2-4 athletes and are tailored to age and skill level for maximum focus and attention. Enroll using our online scheduling tool, and select any clinics you want by mixing different skills each week for a custom training plan that fits your schedule!

All Skills Clinics Max @ 4 Athletes Per Session

Package Type Price Duration
Drop-In Clinic $35/clinic 45 min
Drop-In Clinics (5 pack) $33/clinic 45 min
Drop-In Clinics (10 pack) $30/clinic 45 min
Basic Membership (4 pack) $99/month 45 min
Premier Membership (8 pack) $169/month 45 min
Visit our Clinic Calendar to Schedule Online >

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Session Type Pricing Duration Players
Complete Lesson Get Pricing 75 min 1
Motion Capture Only $25/motion Varies 1+
Analysis Only $55/session 30 min 1

Instant Feedback with Digital Motion Analysis

Discover proper hitting or pitching mechanics with a video analysis session from Go Hardball.  Using our state-of-the-art RightView Pro technology, we will capture your swing or pitching motion and provide a detailed analysis utilizing the same analysis tools used by many major league hitting and pitching coaches.  Uncover the flaws in your swing, or learn how you can generate more velocity on your fastball!

Go Hardball Video Analysis with RightView Pro Software

With digital video analysis you'll have the opportunity to compare your swing with the best hitters in the MLB, or have your pitching motion analyzed along side your favorite pro pitcher.

Combining easy to understand terminology and on-screen analysis tools provided with RVP, our instructors can illustrate key positions and measure the movements throughout the motion for a complete evaluation from start to finish.  We'll even send you a copy of your video via email following your session!

Schedule a video analysis lesson now at our Lake Zurich baseball academy!


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Session Type Pricing Duration Players
Motion Capture Contact Us Varies 3+
Pitching Clinic Contact Us 90 min 12
Hitting Clinic Contact Us 90 min 12
Custom Practice Contact Us Varies 12+

Enhance Your Team Practice Routine

Looking to add some professional instruction to your next team practice? Go Hardball can organize a practice schedule and set of drills that will give your team a challenging alternative to the same old practice routine.

We'll work with your coaches on anything your team needs help with, whether it's hitting, fielding, pitching, or game strategy.  Each player will receive semi-private instruction, or if requested, one of our instructors can provide a complete team video analysis session.  Be sure to ask about our team package rates!

Hire a baseball instructor or trainer for your baseball or softball practice in the Barrington, Mundelein, or Palatine area today!


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Ready To Take A Swing?

For more information about Go Hardball instruction, digital video analysis, or personal training services, please contact us today to schedule a free consultation.









Client Testimonial

"I can't believe the improvement!"

"In just 5 lessons, Tony was able to have a very positive impact on my 10 year old and 13 year old daughters. They saw him for throwing mechanics lessons. Both daughters made huge improvements by learning how to use their entire body with proper form. After making a very long throw from the outfield fence at right/center to 3rd base for an out, my 13u daughter's coach jumped out of the dugout with excitement stating 'She's like an entirely new player. I can't believe the improvement.' Thank you so much Tony! We'll be back for more."

- Bill B
Antioch, IL

"Coach Tony and the other coaches at Go Hardball are awesome!"

"My son has fun and is progressing with each lesson. My son has more confidence and can adjust himself during games. Coach Tony is an encyclopedia of training techniques that really illustrate what he is trying to get across in each lesson. The coaches are very positive and adjust the lessons based on what the students need. Highly recommended."


- Mike Y
Lake Zurich, IL


"Go Hardball is fantastic!"

"My son began working with Go Hardball in January, to get ready for the baseball season which started in May. The coaches on his team were amazed at my son's improvement, considering they coached my son last year as well. So the 'before and after' comparison year over year was very noticeable to them. More important - since my son's skill level has improved, his enjoyment of the game has greatly increased as well. He's having a lot more fun this year, and that's most important. Go Hardball is definitely worth it. Kudos to Tony and the rest of the team!"


- Paul K
Palatine, IL


"Kate is awesome!!!"

"My daughter, who is 8 years old, has been working with her for about 8 months and has learned so much. Parents from our house league and travel league constantly tell us what great mechanics she has, and that's due to Kate's wonderful teaching. She has also been hitting the ball so well, too. We have just started catching lessons with Tim and my daughter thinks he's great, too. We tell everyone about Go Hardball because they are fantastic."


- Keith F
Buffalo Grove, IL

Upcoming Summer Camps

4-Day Camps in June, July & August

Summer baseball, softball, and sports performance camps are here! Availability is limited so register early to reserve your spot!  Enroll Now >


Off-Season Do's & Don'ts

4 Steps to a Healthy + Live Arm

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Suburban Parent Magazine: Private coaches can take young players to the next level Read our Daily Herald article on young players reaching the next level with private lessons.
Jan 2012 Article

Our Family Magazine: Your Resource for Information Pertinent to Empowering Family Life. Learn how to prevent youth injuries in the Jan/Feb 2012 issue of Our Family Magazine. Read the Article (pdf)

Patch.com: Your local source for news, events, business listings, and discussion. Go Hardball teaches baseball the right way! Nov 2010 Article

HardBall Magazine: The Official Magazine of the Men's Senior and Men's Adult Baseball League. See the Go Hardball feature in the Fall 2007 issue of Hardball magazine. Read the Article (pdf)

Girls in the Game Over 100 girls ages 8-13 learned baseball skills in a 1 day camp. Article (pdf) | Photos
Lake Zurich Baseball and Softball Association (LZBSA) Lake Zurich Baseball & Softball Association (LZBSA)

Midwest Suburban League (MSL) Midwest Suburban League (MSL)

National Scouting Report (NSR) National Scouting Report (NSR)

American Council on Exercise (ACE) American Council on Exercise (ACE)