This is NOT For Every Hitter!!
It is only for those who are
currently playing at an elite level and
those who have the intent and commitment to play at an elite level
Could This Be YOU And
Are YOU Willing To Accept The
Challenge?
Bobby Simpson, founder of Higher Ground and veteran international softball instructor and Greg Riddoch, former manager of the San Diego Padres and veteran instructor for elite softball camps, clinics, and DVD’s, are teaming with special guest instructors who have Olympic or elite softball experience, to provide you a unique and intense 3-day USA Elite Hitting Institute at selected sites. Using our MVP Training System, you will become a Complete Hitter with elite Mental, Visual and Physical skills that give you a Competitive Edge in the game.
These limited weekends will allow you to join top
instructors (see more information later) like Bobby, Greg, and Dionna Harris,
the leading hitter for the
To guarantee excellent personal instruction, this unique opportunity is very limited. You must be 14 or older and we only accept a maximum of 48 hitters and 25 adult observers at any site. IF what you have read above applies to you and you are willing to accept the challenge, then continue to read more. IF this is not for you, you can still receive much joy from the game of softball. Whatever your choice, we wish you much success in sport and in life.
Ø Elite Instruction by top coaches using our unique MVP Training System
Ø Dynamic Improvement in all three facets of hitting…Mental, Visual, and Physical
Ø U-PICK sessions, where YOU often get to choose which topic to attend
Ø Personal lessons, individual and/or partner, including computerized video analysis
Ø YOU will be treated as an individual because YOU are a critical component of success and we refuse to clone you into some cookie-cutter pattern
Ø
Individual Vizual Edge softball visual
skills testing, with discounts for optional visual training program. This
system is currently used by
Ø A USA Elite Hitting Institute Personal Growth Plan so you will train hard and smart
Ø Increased personal responsibility for getting better; YOU learn to help coach YOU.
Ø USA Elite Hitting Institute Notebook with approximately 100 pages of instructional materials, charts, checklists, and information that allow you to Get Better Every Day
Ø
Ø Learn to decrease number and length of slumps; limit the damage from slumps and get yourself out of slumps sooner.
Ø Increased confidence at the plate
Ø
Official
Ø Greater understanding of what YOU personally need to be your best
Ø Discounts for attendance at future institutes
“I loved the clinic! I have soooo much energy for softball again. I lost it about a
month ago because I let those ‘I cant’s’ get to me;
you’ve taught me that ‘I can’...it was all around the best clinic EVER.
Participant in Atlanta, USAEHI in January, 2007
Day 1 4:30-5:00 Check In
5:00-5:30 Orientation
5:30-6:00 Visual Training Overview
6:00-7:30 Instruction
7:30-8:00 Pizza Break
8:00-9:45 Instruction
Day 2 9:00-1:00 Instruction
1:00-2:30 Lunch Break
2:30-6:00 Instruction
Day 3 8:30-1:00 Instruction
1:00-1:30 Closing
“The clinic was awesome! I
gathered a lot of information and had a lot of fun.”
“Bobby Simpson is one of the top
instructors in the game of softball. He is an excellent communicator and he
will teach you the fundamentals of hitting in a clear and concise manner.”
Sue Enquist – Former Coach - UCLA – 11 National Championships As Coach or Player
Dionna Harris - USA Elite Hitting Institute Lead Guest Instructor: Leading hitter (.406) for the 1996 USA Olympic Gold Medal Team; top batting average (.611) at 1995 ASA Women’s Major Nationals; four-time ASA All-American; 1990 Temple University Player of the Year; extensive experience with USA National Team, including Pan American Games; extremely popular instructor at numerous Higher Ground camps and clinics, including the Annual SUPER CLINIC For Advanced & Elite Softball.
Additional elite-level instructors may be used based at specific institute locations.
“It was so refreshing to hear the
positiveness of the coaches and the encouragement.”
Developing
Purpose, Intent, and
Overcoming
Failure
Developing,
Maintaining, & Recovering Confidence
Identifying
& Conquering Distractions
Proper
Focus
Goal
Setting
Pitch
Selection
Relaxation
Becoming
Comfortable With Discomfort
Hitting
Well Even When The Pitcher Beats You
Preparing
For Quality At-Bats
Scouting
The Pitcher & Opposing Team
Changing
From You Into A Hitter
Proper
Hitting Strategy
Between-Pitch
Routine
Routines
and Releases
Developing
Personal Responsibility
Selecting
and Working With A Personal Hitting Coach
Selling
Yourself To Your Current And Future Coach
Improving
Your Personal And Team Hitting Practices
VISUAL
Identifying
Strengths and Weaknesses
Improving
the Where, When, and How To Look
Determining
What To Look For
Visual
Hitting Drills That Really Work
Seeing
More Quickly & More Accurately
Seeing Well During Pressure-Packed Moments
What
Hitting Is Really All About
Bat
Selection & Grip
Choosing
your Stance
Reaching
A Controlled, Explosive, Attack Position
Attacking
With The Lower Body
Attacking
With The Upper Body
Hitting
The Outside Pitch
Hitting
The Inside Pitch
Hitting
The Change – Up
Hitting
Rises, Drops, Curves, and Screwballs
Developing
Hitting Rhythm & Timing
Nutrition
For Hitters
1 Site $495.00
2 Sites $470.00 each
3 Sites $445.00 each
4 or more sites $420.00 each
Adult/Coach Observation Fee
$195.00 for first site; $125.00 for any additional site
Adult or Coach will receive a $20.00 discount for each player they register for that specific site
Adult or Coach will be allowed immediate access to instructional areas and also receive player notebook plus more coaching materials, T-Shirt, and any food or beverage provided to players.
A deposit of $200.00 is required for players to guarantee involvement. Adults must pay entire registration fee to guarantee involvement. The participation limits will be strictly enforced and early registration is strongly encouraged to guarantee your participation. All fees must be paid at least one week prior to the first day of the institute or the participant’s opportunity may be offered to anyone on a waiting list. You may provide payment by check (payable to USA Elite Hitting Institute), money order, Visa, or MasterCard.
If a player or adult is unable to attend, due to a reasonable cause, we may hold any advance payments and apply them to other events during the following six months. If no other events are attended, we will refund the payments, minus a $50.00 administrative fee.
All players and adults must provide a copy of current health and accident insurance or they will not be allowed to participate in any part of the USA Elite Hitting Institute. This should be forwarded to us at the time of initial registration.
Decide if you will accept the challenge of a 3-day intense, unique learning opportunity. Decide if you really want to do what it takes to transform yourself into a hitter who intelligently and passionately attacks the ball or do you just want to simply remain an ordinary batter. Are you willing to separate yourself from other players? IF this opportunity is for you, simply forward the registration form and initial payment promptly to guarantee your involvement in the specific institute shown on the registration form. IF you have questions, feel free to contact us by phone or e-mail. Phone: 229-386-9770 or Email: bsimpson@friendlycity.net
Malvern/Philadelphia,
October 5-7, 2007
This Is NOT For Every Hitter!!
This is a unique event only for those who are
currently playing at an elite level and
those who have an
interest and commitment to play at an elite level.
*Extensive details & online registration
are available at www.highergroundsoftball.com
*
WHEN: October 5-7, 2007 - Friday: 4:30-9:45; Saturday: 8:45-6:00; Sunday: 8:15-1:30
WHERE: Grand Slam
AGES: Players 14 and Older, plus adult/coach observers. This unique opportunity is very limited. We accept a maximum of only 48 hitters and 25 adult observers at any site.
STAFF: Bobby Simpson - USA Elite Hitting Institute Partner: Founder of Higher Ground; former Head Coach of British National Team (Gold Medal winners of 2004 Greek Olympic Test Event in Athens); former assistant coach for Dutch National Team and Greek National Team. Greg Riddoch - USA Elite Hitting Institute Partner: Former manager of Major League Baseball San Diego Padres; former 3B coach for Tampa Bay Devil Rays, Defensive Coordinator and Sports Psychologist for Texas Rangers and Director of Player Development for Milwaukee Brewers; guest instructor for four Higher Ground softball DVD’s. Dionna Harris – Leading hitter (.406) for the 1996 USA Olympic Gold Medal Team; top batting average (.611) at 1995 ASA Women’s Major Nationals; 4 time ASA All American.
FEES: Players:
Basic Fee - $495 Adults - Basic Fee - $195. Multi-site and other
discounts are available; see the web site for details. Make checks payable to
USA Elite Hitting Institute - POB 741 -
Fax: 229-386-9774 Email: bsimpson@friendlycity.net Web: www.highergroundsoftball.com
Please bring personal glove, bat, as well as batting helmet. Bring clothes and shoes appropriate for indoor and outdoor activity. Contact us for host lodging information or other details.
“Getting to meet such amazing
people and hearing their stories was truly inspiring...thank you for a
wonderful experience.
Participant in Atlanta USAEHI in January, 2007
“I liked how encouraging the
coaches were and how much they helped you to become better and fix the problems
with your swing.
Participant in Atlanta USAEHI in January, 2007