SMALL GROUP BASEBALL DEVELOPMENT
High-level training. More repetitions. Individual attention. Competitive environment.
Empire Athlete Small Group Development is designed for athletes who want focused instruction while training alongside other motivated baseball players.
Each session is limited to 8 athletes to maintain a high level of instruction, repetitions, and individual feedback.
Tuesday | Hitting Development | 4:30–5:30 PM
Thursday | Defensive Development | 4:30–5:30 PM
📍 Diamonds at Daily Park
1 Day/Week — $150/month
2 Days/Week — $250/month
JOIN SMALL GROUP TRAINING
TWO DAYS. TWO DEVELOPMENT FOCUSES.
TUESDAY — HITTING DEVELOPMENT
Build a more complete and confident hitter through focused repetitions and individualized instruction.
Training may include:
• Swing mechanics
• Timing and rhythm
• Bat path and barrel control
• Approach and pitch recognition
• Tee and front-toss work
• Competitive hitting drills
• Situational hitting
Tuesdays | 4:30–5:30 PM
THURSDAY — DEFENSIVE DEVELOPMENT
Develop better movement, fundamentals, consistency, and confidence on defense.
Training may include:
• Footwork
• Glove work
• Throwing mechanics
• Ground-ball fundamentals
• Position-specific movements
• Infield and outfield development
• Game-speed defensive repetitions
Thursdays | 4:30–5:30 PM
CHOOSE YOUR DEVELOPMENT PLAN
1 DAY/WEEK
$155/month
$150/moth (Venmo: @RichieAlamo)
Choose one development track for the month:
Tuesday — Hitting Development
4:30–5:30 PM
OR
Thursday — Defensive Development
4:30–5:30 PM
Your selected training day and development track remain the same for the entire membership month.
The 1-Day Membership cannot be alternated between Hitting and Defense during the same month. For example, an athlete enrolled in Tuesday Hitting attends Tuesday Hitting for that membership month.
Want access to both Hitting and Defense? Choose the 2-Day Complete Development Membership.
You may select a different 1-Day development track when your next membership month begins, subject to availability.
SELECT 1 DAY/WEEK
COMPLETE DEVELOPMENT MEMBERSHIP
$260/month
$250/month (Venmo: @RichieAlamo)
Get the complete training experience with access to both weekly development sessions:
Tuesday — Hitting Development
4:30–5:30 PM
Thursday — Defensive Development
4:30–5:30 PM
Train twice each week and develop both sides of your game.
BEST VALUE
SELECT COMPLETE DEVELOPMENT
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many athletes are in each small group?
Each Small Group Development session is limited to a maximum of 8 athletes. Keeping groups limited allows athletes to receive quality instruction, individual feedback, and plenty of repetitions while still benefiting from a competitive group environment.
Can I switch between Hitting and Defense with the 1-Day Membership?
No. Your 1-Day Membership reserves one specific development track for the entire membership month.
If you select Tuesday Hitting Development, your membership is for Tuesday Hitting only. If you select Thursday Defensive Development, your membership is for Thursday Defense only.
Athletes cannot alternate between Hitting and Defense during the same membership month.
You may choose a different development track for your next membership month, subject to availability.
What if my athlete wants to train in both Hitting and Defense?
Choose the Complete Development Membership.
The Complete Development Membership includes:
Tuesday — Hitting Development
4:30–5:30 PM
Thursday — Defensive Development
4:30–5:30 PM
This membership provides two development sessions each week and reserves your athlete's spot in both groups.
What happens if my athlete misses a session?
Your membership reserves your athlete's spot in their selected weekly training group for the entire membership month.
If an athlete cannot attend a scheduled session, the missed session cannot be rescheduled, transferred to another training day, credited toward a future session, or refunded.
For example, an athlete enrolled in Tuesday Hitting cannot use a missed Tuesday session to attend Thursday Defense.
There are no refunds or credits for athlete absences.
What happens if Empire Athlete cancels a session or training is canceled because of weather?
If Empire Athlete cancels a scheduled Small Group Development session due to weather, field conditions, facility availability, or another circumstance that prevents training from taking place, Empire Athlete will communicate the available make-up date or training credit, when applicable.
Athletes will not lose a session due to a cancellation made by Empire Athlete.
Does my membership automatically renew?
Yes. Small Group Development memberships are monthly recurring memberships and automatically renew on your scheduled billing date unless canceled before the next billing cycle.
Your membership continues to reserve your athlete's spot in their selected development group while the membership remains active.
Can I cancel my membership?
Yes. You may cancel your membership before your next scheduled billing date to prevent the following month's charge.
Once a monthly membership payment has been processed, that month's payment is non-refundable and your athlete's spot will remain reserved through the applicable membership period.
Canceling your membership does not provide a refund or credit for previously processed payments or missed training sessions.
Where is Small Group Development held?
Small Group Development is held at:
Diamonds at Daily Park
Tuesday Hitting Development
4:30–5:30 PM
Thursday Defensive Development
4:30–5:30 PM
Any field or location changes will be communicated to enrolled families before training.
What ages can participate?
Empire Athlete Small Group Development is designed for youth baseball players who are ready to train in a focused, structured environment.
Athletes may be grouped or organized based on age, experience, and skill level when necessary to maintain a productive training environment.
If you're unsure whether Small Group Development is the right fit for your athlete, contact Empire Athlete before enrolling.
What should my athlete bring?
Athletes should arrive prepared to train with their baseball glove, bat, helmet, appropriate baseball/training attire, athletic shoes or cleats when permitted, and water.
Players should arrive ready to begin training at their scheduled start time.
Can I join after the month has already started?
Enrollment is based on availability within each 8-athlete group.
If space is available after a membership month has started, contact Empire Athlete regarding current enrollment options.
Once a group reaches capacity, additional athletes may need to wait until a spot becomes available.
STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?
We're happy to help you determine which Empire Athlete development option is the best fit for your athlete.
CONTACT Coach Richie