What Are the Skills Levels of the Players?
What is the cost and payment arrangement?
What is the Early Bird Discount?
Do I get a discount if I bring a friend?
What position will I play?
What are the hotel accommodations?
Can I request a roommate?
What should I bring?
What is the cancellation policy?
What is the typical daily schedule?
Have we missed anything?
What Are the Skills Levels of the Players?
The Advanced Skills Clinic, December 16-19, 2010, is specifically geared for more experienced player with good baseball skills. Unless you consider yourself a good player, I would suggest you sign up for the Fundamentals Clinic, January 14-17, 2011. If you have not previously attended the Pro Ball Baseball Clinic and you want to attend the Advanced Skills Clinic, please email us with your baseball background or call John Rubinow at 323-333-8798. Our goal is to place you in the clinic that will best serve your baseball needs. You shouldn't be intimidated by this clinic, but you should be at an advanced skill level to attend. This clinic will be like a real spring training. Your skills will be tested by these Major League coaches.
For the Fundamentals Clinic, January 14-17, 2011, you don't need to be an advanced player. All ll you need is a sincere love of the game and a desire to improve what baseball skills you possess. You will learn from some of the best baseball teachers in the world. Some of the participants play in organized leagues (e.g., MSBL, NABA, Roy Hobbs, etc), while others have not played baseball in quite a while. Some attend to gain baseball knowledge that they can pass on to their kids, while others are high school and youth baseball coaches.
If you haven't played baseball in a while (and I do NOT mean softball), I strongly suggest you begin throwing every day to get your arm and shoulder in shape. Play catch with someone or just throw a hard rubber baseball against a wall.
I cannot overemphasize the importance of just repeating the throwing motion to build up the shoulder musculature. Also, start a daily regimen of upper & lower extremity stretching, including the adductors (groin) and your glutes. The last thing you'll want to do is throw out your arm or pull a hamstring or groin during your four days at the clinic.
Remember to take it easy the first day. I promise that you will get your fill of baseball over the four days. You will probably swing the bat more than you ever have before in a 4-day span. Don't go out there and blister your hands the first day. Pace yourself.
What is the cost and payment arrangement?
The 4-day Advanced Skills Clinic and the 4-day Fundamentals Clinic each costs $2795.The clinic price includes hotel (double occupancy) and all meals. You are responsible for all travel-related costs. If you want a single room, there will be an additional charge of $550.
Space is very limited, as there is a large percentage of repeat participants every year. I strongly suggest you secure your spot as early as possible to avoid being shut out.Before signing up for the Advanced Skills Clinic, please email us with your baseball experience or call John Rubinow at 323-333-8798.
Guarantee your place at the Pro Ball Baseball Clinics by registering on-line at www.pro-ball.com and paying a $500 deposit. You can pay the $500 deposit via Pay Pal, money order, bank check or personal check.Payment should be made out to Voice Doctor, Inc. If your check is returned for any reason, you will be charged an additional $50 fee and you will be required to pay via cashier's check or money order.
For the Advanced Skills Clinic in December of 2010, a $500 initial deposit is required to reserve your spot. An additional $500 deposit will be due before 9-30-10. Your balance will be due by November 15, 2010. Those paying after 9-30-10 must pay in full. Due to the extraordinary nature of this clinic and the coaching staff involved, the initial $500 deposit fee is NON-REFUNDABLE.Subsequent payments may be credited toward the following year's clinic. However, If you cancel after Nov. 30, 2010, you will not receive any refund or credit.
For the Fundamentals Clinic in January of 2011, a $500 initial deposit is required to reserve your spot. An additional $500 deposit will be due before 10-30-10. Your balance will be due by December 31, 2010. Those paying after 11-30-10 must pay in full. Due to the extraordinary nature of this clinic and the coaching staff involved, the initial $500 deposit fee is NON-REFUNDABLE.Subsequent payments may be credited toward the following year's clinic. However, If you cancel after Dec. 15, 2010, you will not receive any refund or credit.
Hotel accommodations and group rates are not guaranteed less than 1 month prior to clinic date. If rooms are available, they may be priced at La Qunita's regular seasonal rate, which will be significantly higher than the Pro Ball group rate.
What is the Early Bird Discount?
Those who register on-line and pay their deposit before 3-15-10 will receive a $200 discount off their fee.
Do I get a discount if I bring a friend?
For every new player you refer who becomes a fully paid participant, you will receive a $200 discount off your cost. Make sure your name is listed as the referral source when your friend registers on-line.
What position will I play?
We will do everything we can to see to it that you play the position of your choice. You may play other positions at the camp if you choose. Fill in your favorite two positions in the registration form.
What are the hotel accommodations?
There are several hotels within walking distance to the Peoria Sports Complex. For the past 7 years, we have used the La Quinta Inn and Suites, located at 16321 N 83rd Ave., Peoria, AZ 85382 (623) 487-1900. In 2010, I am looking into different options for us.
The Pro Ball Baseball Clinic fee includes hotel accommodations, based on double occupancy. An additional fee will be charged if a single room is requested and reserved. There is no guarantee that single rooms will be available. Single rooms will be reserved on a first come, first served basis. There are non smoking rooms available.
Can I request a roommate?
If you want to room with a specific player, let us know in the registration form and all efforts will be made to meet your request. Make sure you guys talk about rooming together before completing the form to avoid any confusion.
What should I bring?
We do not provide uniforms. It is suggested that you bring two pair of baseball pants, a cup, a couple of baseball undershirts, at least one baseball shirt and a pair of spikes. Also, bring sneakers or turf shoes for the hitting tunnels. Padres’ clubhouse attendants will do all your baseball-related laundry on a daily basis. Bring as many gloves you like, depending on what positions you want to work on. Bring your own bats (metal and/or wood) and your own helmet. Catchers should bring their own gear. Padres will supply some batting helmets but it is advised you bring your own.
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancellations must be received in writing. although emails are accepted, It is strongly advised that all cancellations be sent via certified mail. Mailed cancellations must be sent to the following address:
Pro Ball Baseball Clinic
c/o Voice Doctor, Inc.
2759 Creston Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90068
For the Advanced Skills Clinic in December of 2010, a $500 initial deposit is required to reserve your spot. An additional $500 deposit will be due before 9-30-10. Your balance will be due by November 15, 2010. Those paying after 9-30-10 must pay in full. Due to the extraordinary nature of this clinic and the coaching staff involved, the initial $500 deposit fee is NON-REFUNDABLE. Subsequent payments may be credited toward the following year's clinic. However, If you cancel after Nov. 30, 2010, you will not receive any refund or credit.
For the Fundamentals Clinic in January of 2011, a $500 initial deposit is required to reserve your spot. An additional $500 deposit will be due before 10-30-10. Your balance will be due by December 31, 2010. Those paying after 11-30-10 must pay in full. Due to the extraordinary nature of this clinic and the coaching staff involved, the initial $500 deposit fee is NON-REFUNDABLE. Subsequent payments may be credited toward the following year's clinic. If you cancel after Dec. 15, 2010, you will not receive any refund or credit.
If you are concerned about not being able to attend for any reason, it is strongly suggested that you inquire about travel insurance.
What is the typical daily schedule?
6:00 - 7:30 Breakfast
8:00 - 9:00 Optional Early Work in Hitting Tunnels, Dry Mound Work for Pitchers
9:00 - 9:15 Chalk Talk
9:15 - 9:30 Group Stretch
9:30 - 12:30 Rotate through various hitting and defensive stations; pitchers work with pitching coaches (pitchers also hit)
12:30 - 1:30 Lunch & Chalk Talk
1:30 - 2:00 Stretch and Throwing Mechanics Review
2:00 - 4:30 Use of 4 Fields : Live Game, Simulated Game, Fundamentals & Drills, and Hitting
4:30 - 5:30 Optional Offense and Defense Work with Coaches
5:30 - 6:30 Shower and Dress in Clubhouse
7:00 - Dinner
Have we missed anything?
Please email us to get on our email list. We will keep you updated of all Pro Ball Baseball Clinic activities. If you have any questions, send us an email. Thank you for your interest.
