Defensive groups are a monthly program with recurring weekly sessions. Athletes train in small groups of 10 to 16 with multiple instructors, with most time spent on infield play.
Defensive groups are a monthly, small-group program from our development academy. Athletes train in groups of 10 to 16 with multiple defensive instructors who have played infield and outfield at the Division I and professional levels. Most of the time is spent on infield play. They’re open to baseball fielders near Seattle who want focused reps and real feedback in the field.
This program is built for the ongoing progression of defenders, with most time spent on infield play. Multiple Elevate defensive instructors work with 10 to 16 athletes in small groups, teaching what each fielder needs right now and what will help them down the road.
The challenge: every infielder is unique, and they bring something different to our instructors each day. Current skill level, emotional state, strength, reaction time, range, processing speed, vision, level of play, what they've been taught, and what they feel versus what is real all come into play.
Our defensive groups give infielders a clear model for owning the skills it takes to play at the next level. The systems, drills, and progressions come from years of professional and Division I experience, and they develop the mental game, the biomechanics, and the baseball IQ together, not in isolation.
Our defensive groups are led by a staff of instructors who played infield and outfield at the Division I and professional levels and have become effective teachers of the craft. They share the work across each group, so every fielder gets the right information, feedback, and environment to keep improving.
Self-awareness and learning to make your own adjustments come first. Becoming a good teammate and partner for growth comes next. The content is built around eight areas:
Embrace change, even when the process feels uncomfortable. That's the only way to grow.
Which tools come out depends on the location and that day's plan..
When defensive groups are open, they’re listed here with age group, schedule, and location, and each card’s More Info & Register link opens our online portal, where one sign-in covers groups, lessons, camps, and team registration for your family. If nothing is listed right now, check the portal or reach out and we’ll point you to the next available group.
Defensive groups run at our Elevate baseball facilities near Seattle: Woodinville, Sumner, and Redmond. The current location for each group is listed with the offerings above.
Defensive groups are a monthly program with recurring weekly sessions. Athletes train in small groups of 10 to 16 with multiple instructors, with most time spent on infield play.