STaR Training Academy
Every Great Game Starts on the Mound.
The affordable at-home pitching program that gives young athletes ages 6–13 the foundation, mechanics, and confidence to throw strikes and be a reliable pitcher— created by a doctor and coach with 30+ years of experience.
Enroll TodayOnly $139
Hear From the Creator
Why STaR Works
The question every parent and coach should be asking
What is the one key to success in youth baseball?
Pitching.
The team that throws strikes wins games. It's that simple — Better pitching results in a better experience for EVERYONE!
Sound Familiar?
Is This What Your Child's Games Look Like?
Ball...
after ball...
after ball...
Walk after walk. Young hitters afraid they'll be hit. Outfielders staring into space. A frustrated child on the mound trying their hardest but unable to throw strikes.
These are the games that make children lose confidence, lose interest — and sometimes quit baseball altogether.
It doesn't have to be that way.
Created by a Doctor, Coach & Athlete
30+ Years of Experience. One Mission.
OUR MISSION To give every young player the opportunity to learn proper mechanics, develop confidence in their abilities, and reduce preventable injuries — without needing expensive private coaching. It is my passion and belief that every player should have the opportunity to feel the thrill of being a successful pitcher. Over three decades treating athletes from youth players to professionals, I recognized something often overlooked, children between ages 6–13 are rapidly growing and — due to a more sedentary lifestyle — are not physically developed enough to perform the basic movements of pitching.
Limited mobility. Poor balance. Weak coordination. When these limitations are ignored, young athletes develop poor throwing mechanics that become habits — and may increase unnecessary stress on the arm, leading to injuries and poor performance.
Simply telling a child to 'throw strikes' doesn't solve the problem. Their body has to be prepared first. Most youth teams rely on volunteer coaches, often parents who generously give their time but rarely have formal training in: • Biomechanics • Injury prevention • Movement mechanics • Skill development
We first improve the body's ability to move through mobility, balance, coordination, stability, and functional strength.
We simplify pitching into easy-to-understand movements young athletes can actually learn — one piece at a time until the movement becomes natural.
Great mechanics aren't learned once. They're practiced until they become automatic. Follow-along workouts reinforce proper movement patterns that build confidence and consistency.
Real Results
The Numbers Don't Lie.
After implementing the STaR Training Academy system across five seasons of youth baseball:
Pitches per inning
Runs allowed per game
Walks per game
Lowest runs allowed among 25 teams
The Program
Everything Your Young Athlete Needs
No expensive weekly lessons. No long drives. Simply follow along from home daily for a little more than 20 minutes.
Perfect For
- ✓First-time pitchers
- ✓Beginning baseball players
- ✓Players wanting more opportunities to pitch
- ✓Young athletes needing confidence
- ✓Parents wanting affordable instruction
What You'll Learn
- ✓Proper pitching mechanics
- ✓Balance and body control
- ✓Mobility and flexibility
- ✓Coordination drills
- ✓Arm-friendly movement patterns
- ✓Step-by-step progressive instruction
Imagine Next Season
Imagine your child walking confidently to the mound.
Imagine throwing strike after strike.
Imagine teammates cheering.
Imagine coaches trusting your child in big moments.
Imagine your child coming home saying...
Real Families. Real Results.
What Parents Are Saying
Coach/Dr. Mark's program takes a scientific approach to teaching proper pitching mechanics from the ground up. During his very first year of kid pitch, he became one of the top pitchers in his league. The foundation he built through STaR Training Academy will serve him for years to come.
Brad W.
"A Scientific Foundation That Lasts"
We were amazed by the improvement our son made after completing the program. He went from barely pitching at all to becoming one of the best pitchers on his team. His confidence skyrocketed, and everyone noticed the difference.
Megan R.
"The Results Were Incredible"
Last season was completely different. Instead of watching game after game filled with walks, we actually enjoyed watching baseball. The games moved, the kids had fun, and everyone was involved. It made the entire season so much more enjoyable.
Kristin L.
"Baseball Became Fun Again"
"As an umpire, I see hundreds of young pitchers every season. After watching several of your players throw strikes with solid mechanics and confidence, I had to ask... 'You've got a few boys that really know how to pitch. What's your secret?'"
Bruce M. — Youth Baseball Umpire
"My son isn't even a pitcher, but the improvement in his throwing mechanics was remarkable. His arm became stronger, more accurate, and more consistent. He's now a regular infielder because of the confidence he has in his throwing ability."
— Dave M.
"For the first time, my son looked forward to taking the mound instead of being nervous. The confidence he gained carried over into every part of his game."
— Jennifer S.
"The follow-along videos made it easy for us to practice at home. We didn't need expensive lessons or special equipment—just consistency. The improvement spoke for itself."
— Chris T.
"The step-by-step progression was exactly what my son needed. Each lesson built on the previous one, and before we knew it, his mechanics looked smooth, natural, and repeatable."
— Amanda P.
"The biggest change wasn't just velocity or strikes—it was confidence. My son finally believed he could be successful on the mound."
— Sarah B.
"Our coaches noticed the difference almost immediately. Better balance, better control, and much more consistent mechanics. They kept asking what he had been doing during the offseason."
— Michael D.
"I wish we had found STaR Training Academy sooner. It would have saved us countless frustrating innings and given our son confidence much earlier."
— Laura K.
"The focus on Structure, Technique, and Repetition made perfect sense. Instead of chasing quick fixes, my son learned the fundamentals the right way."
— Eric N.
"Coach Mark doesn't just teach kids how to throw a baseball. He teaches them how their bodies are designed to move. That difference is what separates this program from every other pitching program we've seen."
— Parent of a 10U Player
Give Your Child the Opportunity They Deserve
Talent should never depend on whether a family can afford private lessons. Every child deserves the chance to learn, the confidence to compete, and the opportunity to succeed.
Enroll TodayOnly $139
Structure. Technique. Repetition. That's the STaR difference.