2025/26 CBA Intermediate Winter Training Program

 
 

Intermediate Program: Recommended Age 10-16

🗓️ Program Dates & Times

When: October 2 – February 26 (20 Weeks)
Day: Thursdays

  • Group 1 (Ages 10–13): 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

  • Group 2 (Ages 14–16): 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM

💥 New for This Year

Now featuring group pitching training sessions with Duane Ward
(Former World Series-winning pitcher for the Toronto Blue Jays and Canadian Baseball Hall of Famer)
Official dates TBA

💲 Cost

$1100 + GST
Includes official CBA apparel package
Registration deadline: September 15
Payment plans available – email coaches@changeupbaseball.ca for options.

👥 Limited Enrollment

  • Maximum 15 athletes per group

  • Low coach-to-player ratio to ensure individual attention

  • Spots fill fast – register early!

🧢 Program Overview

An intermediate-level program for young athletes who want to:

  • Sharpen their baseball skills during the off-season

  • Maintain performance while playing other sports

  • Be challenged in a structured, development-focused environment

📚 Program Structure

The 2025/26 program runs in monthly skill-development modules:

October – Hitting Month

  • Swing mechanics, tee work, plate discipline, bunting

  • Live batting practice, soft toss, pitching machines

  • Strength & conditioning (resistance bands, core, agility drills)

November – Throwing / Pitching / Catching Month

  • Pitching mechanics & fastball grips (2-seam, 4-seam)

  • Changeups, breaking balls (age-appropriate)

  • Pick-off moves for older athletes

  • PFP (Pitcher Fielding Practice)

  • Catching techniques (stances, receiving, blocking)

December – Fielding Month

  • Glove work, footwork, positioning

  • Defensive fundamentals across all positions

January & February – Integrated Skill Review

  • Alternating focus on Hitting, Pitching, and Fielding

  • Designed to prepare athletes for tryouts and the 2026 season

  • Builds on October–December training foundations