Travel Ball Prep Clinic for 8U–10U Athletes on Long Island | R3 Athlete Performance
R3 Athlete Performance Launches the Travel Ball Prep Clinic — An Elite 8-Week Program for Advanced 8U–10U Athletes
If your young athlete plays travel baseball on Long Island, you’ve already seen how competitive the game has become—even at ages 7, 8, 9, and 10. The athletes who succeed at the next level are the ones who receive consistent, advanced training early, learn proper mechanics, and develop the athletic foundation travel baseball demands.
That’s exactly why R3 Athlete Performance is proud to introduce our newest program:
The Travel Ball Prep Clinic — An Advanced 8-Week Small Group Training Experience Designed for Elite 8U, 9U, and 10U Athletes
Starting January 3rd, this high-energy, development-focused program is built for serious youth players who want to get ahead before the spring season.
Travel baseball requires more than effort—it requires mechanics, movement, mindset, and baseball IQ. Most athletes aren’t taught these things early enough. At R3, we change that.
Why Advanced Training Matters for Young Travel Athletes
At ages 7–10, athletes enter a crucial development window. What they learn now—both the right habits and the wrong ones—will shape how far they go.
Here’s why advanced training at a young age is so important:
1. Elite Skills Are Built Early
Young athletes who show early talent need proper guidance. Without advanced training, natural ability often plateaus by age 12. With the right coaching now, elite players separate themselves.
2. Proper Mechanics Prevent Long-Term Injuries
Bad movement patterns at young ages become dangerous at older ages. Travel athletes need correct:
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Swing mechanics
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Throwing patterns
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Fielding footwork
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Arm care routines
This clinic builds strong, safe, repeatable fundamentals.
3. Higher Competition Requires Higher Preparation
Travel baseball is fast. Organized. Strategic.
Athletes must develop game awareness and reaction speed long before middle school.
4. Training with Other Advanced Athletes Accelerates Growth
Kids improve faster when surrounded by peers who share:
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Similar skill
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Similar passion
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Similar drive to get better
The environment fuels their confidence, competitiveness, and work ethic.
5. Consistency Creates Real Results
Elite players become elite because they train with purpose—not just once a week or only in-game situations.
The Travel Ball Prep Clinic gives them a structured 8-week development plan to progress steadily and measurably.
More Than Drills—We Build Ballplayers
This clinic is NOT a rotation of random drills.
It’s a complete, progressive, college-style training environment scaled for youth travel athletes.
Your child will be coached by men who have played and coached at high levels, not volunteers.
Every athlete progresses through our specialized 8-Level Training Curriculum, designed to develop well-rounded, confident, game-ready players. REGISTER HERE
The 8-Levels of Training System
Our program is intentionally structured so athletes “graduate” each week to the next tier of development.
| Phase | Focus Area |
|---|---|
| Levels 1–2: Foundation | Proper stance, positive load, repeatable swing path, plate coverage, fielding footwork, smooth transfers, consistent arm slot |
| Levels 3–4: Explosion | Lower-half engagement, increased bat speed, defensive range and quickness |
| Levels 5–6: Application | Throwing accuracy, plate approach, agility & movement patterns |
| Levels 7–8: IQ & Competition | Situational hitting, game-speed defensive execution, decision-making & mental approach |
Athletes leave with measurable improvements, heightened baseball IQ, and confidence earned through real skill development—not gimmicks.
What Your Athlete Will Develop
✔ Elite Hitting Mechanics
Better bat speed, better contact, better consistency.
✔ Defensive Mastery
Soft hands, smooth footwork, explosive first steps, and position-specific fundamentals.
✔ Velocity & Arm Care
Safe throwing patterns, stronger arms, and longevity-focused routines.
✔ Agility & Athleticism
Movement training tailored for youth travel baseball.
✔ Baseball IQ
Understanding positioning, situational decision-making, and reading the game faster.
Every session builds on the last—creating athletes who don’t just play the game, but understand it.
Program Details
Who:
Advanced 8U, 9U, and 10U travel baseball players
(Not for beginners or rec players.)
Duration:
8 Weeks
When:
Saturdays beginning January 3rd
Time: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Where:
R3 Athlete Performance
182 Morris Ave, Building 1, Unit 2
Holtsville, NY
Format:
Small Group Clinic — limited spots for high-rep, high-coaching attention. REGISTER YOUR ATHLETE HERE
Why This Program Is Perfect for Serious 7–10 Year Old Travel Athletes
Parents choose this program because it provides:
🔥 A competitive but supportive environment
🔥 Professional-level coaching for young players
🔥 Structure and progression young athletes thrive in
🔥 Skills that translate immediately to spring seasons
🔥 Confidence that grows with every session
🔥 A clear developmental roadmap
If your athlete is hungry for more…
If you know they need a higher level of training…
If you want to set them up for long-term success…
Then the Travel Ball Prep Clinic is the perfect next step.
Secure Your Athlete’s Spot
This program is intentionally limited to maintain high-quality reps and individualized attention.
Once sessions are full, registration closes.
Give your young athlete the advanced foundation they need to dominate the next level of travel baseball.
👉 Registration.