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VeloU pitching training in Pleasantville, NY
VeloU pitching training in Pleasantville, NY

Pitching Lessons in Westchester, NY: What to Look For

Searching for pitching lessons in Westchester? There are plenty of options, from one-off lessons to full development programs. The right choice depends on your goals. If you want to throw harder, stay healthy and play in college, a weekly lesson usually isn't enough on its own.

Pitching lessons vs. a pitching development program

A traditional lesson covers mechanics for 30 to 60 minutes, then you're on your own until next week. That can help younger players learn the basics. But velocity and arm health come from more than mechanics. They also take strength, arm care, smart workload and regular testing.

A development program puts all of that into one plan.

What to look for in Westchester pitching training

  • An evaluation first. Training should start by measuring mechanics, strength, mobility and arm health.
  • Strength training built for pitchers, not just general workouts.
  • Arm care and workload tracking so gains don't come at the cost of injury.
  • Regular retesting with real data, like radar, force plates and high-speed video.
  • Proof. Look for local athletes who went on to college and pro ball.

Pitching training at VeloU in Pleasantville

VeloU is a 27,500 sq. ft. baseball training facility in Pleasantville, NY, in northern Westchester. Every athlete starts with an evaluation, then trains on a plan that combines throwing, lifting, mobility and arm care. Sessions run after school, evenings and weekends.

Our athletes have earned more than $15M in scholarships, signing bonuses and NIL, and more than 60 have been drafted. Many came from Westchester high schools:

  • Joe La Sorsa (Iona Prep) pitched in the majors and is now with the Red Sox
  • Gary Gill-Hill (Kennedy Catholic), Triple-A with the Mets
  • Aidan Curry (Fordham Prep), Triple-A with the Rangers
  • Brandon Neeck (Horace Greeley), Triple-A with the Pirates
  • Tyler Renz and Michael Lombardi (Fox Lane), with the Brewers and Royals

Who we train

  • Middle school pitchers learning to move well and build a foundation
  • High school pitchers who want to throw harder and get recruited
  • College pitchers home for breaks
  • Pro pitchers in the offseason

Families train with us from across Westchester, including Scarsdale, Chappaqua, Mount Kisco and Bedford, Briarcliff Manor and White Plains.

Frequently asked questions

What age should my child start pitching lessons?

Middle school is a great time to build good movement and a strength foundation. VeloU athletes who went on to play in college averaged about 74 mph in 7th and 8th grade. See velocity benchmarks by grade.

Do you offer catching lessons too?

Yes. Catchers train through BackstopU, our catcher development program.

What if we can't get to Pleasantville every week?

Many athletes combine in-person sessions with remote training between visits.

Get started

Every VeloU athlete starts with an evaluation. Or see on-site training in Pleasantville.