Winter Pitching Clinics
Our Softball Pitching Clinic is designed for pitchers of all skill levels who want focused instruction in pitching fundamentals, mechanics, and performance. Whether the goal is to build a strong foundation, refine specific skills, or gain confidence on the mound, this clinic offers targeted coaching in a supportive environment.
Participants will work with experienced instructors through a combination of drills, skill demonstrations, and practice repetitions that emphasize proper mechanics, balance, and power development. Instruction will focus on arm action, stride, release consistency, accuracy, and efficiency to help each pitcher improve overall effectiveness and performance.
Clinics are available at the Community Education Center in St Michael and the Furniture & Things Event Center in Elk River to provide times and locations to fit your schedule.
Ages
Our clinics are open to:
- 10u – 12U players looking to strengthen fundamentals
- 14U (non-club) players ready to refine mechanics and build advanced skills
- Athletes are grouped by age and experience to ensure proper pace and instruction.
Community Ed Center
Location
STMA Community Ed Center Gym
60 Central Ave W
St Michael, MN 55376
STMA Middle School West - Gym 3 (Feb 18 Only)
11343 50th St NE
Albertville, MN 55301
Dates
Pitching Clinic Sessions will be offered on Wednesdays on the following dates/times.
January 7th - 6:00pm
January 7th - 7:00pm
January 21st - 7:30pm
February 4th - 6:00pm
February 4th - 7:00pm
February 18th - 6:00pm
February 18th - 7:00pm
March 4th - 6:00pm
March 4th - 7:00pm
What to Bring
Players should bring a bag containing:
- Fielding facemask (must be worn during all skills clinics)
- Glove
- Water bottle
Pitchers must also provide their own adult catcher.
Meet the Instuctor
Lori George has been a pitching instructor for nearly 20 years and has been involved in fastpitch softball since the age of 11.
In addition to leading pitching clinics and lessons, Lori currently coaches Varsity Softball at Blaine High School and a 16U team during the summer season.
Her instruction focuses heavily on proper pitching mechanics while building speed and accuracy. Lori especially enjoys teaching movement pitches and emphasizes the importance of developing a positive mindset in the circle.
Furniture & Things Event Center
Location
Furniture & Things Event Center
1000 School St NW
Elk River, MN 55330
Dates
Pitching Clinic Sessions will be offered Sunday evenings at 7:00PM on the following dates:
January 18th
January 25th
February 1st
February 8th
February 15th
February 22nd
What to Bring
Players should bring a bag containing:
- Fielding facemask (must be worn during all skills clinics)
- Glove
- Water bottle
Pitchers must also provide their own adult catcher.
Meet the Instructor
Chelsea Thomes brings a high level of collegiate and high school coaching experience to STMA Girls Fastpitch. Chelsea has served as a Pitching Coach at the College of St. Benedict (2013 and 2022–Present), Upper Iowa University (2013–2014), and Missouri Southern State University (2014–2018), as well as Head Coach at Monticello High School from 2018–2022, including a state tournament appearance in 2022.
At the collegiate level, she has coached the MIAC Rookie of the Year (Pitcher) in 2023 and the MIAC Pitcher of the Year in 2024.
Chelsea’s instruction emphasizes strong pitching mechanics, consistency, mental approach, and competitive confidence in the circle
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can register?
Any athlete within the listed age groups, regardless of experience level. Beginners are welcome.
Do players need to bring their own equipment?
Yes. Players should bring a glove, helmet, bat, water bottle, and indoor shoes.
Will catchers be provided?
No. Pitchers must bring their own adult catcher.
Can a friend or sibling catch if they wear catchers gear?
No. For this clinic an adult catcher is required.
How are groups divided?
Groups are limited to 6 pitchers, allowing instruction based on age and skill level to ensure a positive and productive learning environment.
Can my athlete attend multiple clinics?
Absolutely. Many players participate in both off-season and skill-specific clinics to maximize their development. To maximize the number of pitchers that are able to attend we request that each athlete limit the number of sessions to 3.
Who leads the training?
Our coaching team includes experienced youth coaches, former high-school and collegiate players, and guest instructors who specialize in pitching.
How do I register?
Registration opens online prior to each seasonal program. Space is limited to maintain small group sizes.
Pitching Clinic-CE-STMA
Our Softball Pitching Clinic at the St Michael Community Education Center is designed for 10u-14u (non-club) pitchers of all skill levels who want focused instruction in pitching fundamentals, mechanics, and performance. Whether your goal is to build a strong foundation, refine specific skills, or gain confidence on the mound, this clinic offers targeted coaching in a supportive environment.
Pitchers must bring their own adult catcher.
RegisterPitching Clinic-FTC-Elk River
Our Softball Pitching Clinic at the Furniture & Things Event Center is designed for 10u-14u (non-club) pitchers of all skill levels who want focused instruction in pitching fundamentals, mechanics, and performance. Whether your goal is to build a strong foundation, refine specific skills, or gain confidence on the mound, this clinic offers targeted coaching in a supportive environment.
Pitchers must bring their own adult catcher.
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