High Performance Programs

About our High Performance Programs

Designed for players already at a high level or aiming to reach it, our high performance programs offer professional coaching and full gym membership. Building on the success of Max Velocity Pitching, we're excited to introduce the new Max Power Hitting.

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2024-25 Max Velocity Pitching

Description: The Max Velocity Pitching Program is tailored for players aiming to maximize their pitching potential. Coach Dave Maxamenko’s standout program, has proven exceptionally successful (read success stories). Receive a customized player profile and a personalized workout plan tailored to your specific needs, helping you continue your development outside of the scheduled sessions. Workouts after your bullpen sessions will now be conducted under the supervision of a certified strength and conditioning coach to ensure optimal training and safety.

Time: The program consists of two 2-hour sessions per week with a full Gym Membership for the duration of the program (learn more). Typically, participants attend one evening session during the week and one weekend session, with several options available to fit different schedules.

Length: 24 weeks (October 2024 to May 2025) spread across three 8-week phases.

Age Range: To enroll in this program, you must be in the 12U to 22U age groups for the 2025 season. We ensure tailored training by keeping younger and older players in separate groups.

Cost: $2,000

October Sessions Registration

Due to high interest, we strongly encourage you to sign up for our High Performance Early Access List. By doing so, you will receive priority notification as soon as registration becomes available.

Max Power Hitting Program

Description: The Max Power Hitting program provides a comprehensive approach to developing the skills and mechanics for a better swing by combining one hour of focused hitting training with one hour of in-season strength training. Receive a customized player profile with a detailed HitTrax assessment and a personalized workout plan tailored to your specific needs, helping you continue your development outside of scheduled sessions.

Player to coach ratio: 3 players to 1 coach, allowing for personalized feedback and instruction.

Time: The program consists of one 2-hour session per week and includes a full Gym Membership for the duration of the program (learn more). Choose either Mondays or Tuesdays.

Length: 8 weeks (June 10 - July 31st).

Age Range: To enroll in this program, you must currently be playing 12U to 18U age group for the 2024 season. Players are grouped by age into three categories: 12U-13U, 14U-15U, and 16U-18U to ensure tailored training.

Cost: $600

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Teams: To inquire about customizing a team package, please contact Chuck Schembri at cschembri@thekagebarrie.com.

Full Gym Membership

Our High Performance programs come with a full gym membership for the duration of the program. Participants can independently book gym sessions during membership hours using our online booking system to further their training. The gym is open from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM and from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM, Monday through Friday.

Current Leader Boards

Check out the stats from participants in the 2023-2024 Max Velocity Pitching Program.

Mound Velo Gains

Run & Gun Gains

Accuracy Leader Board

The Results Speak for Themselves...

“Their program, without it, I can tell you he probably wouldn’t have gotten the awards,” he says. “He was a decent pitcher, but his accuracy was nowhere close to being pitcher of the year for York Simcoe or Barrie Baseball.

William Fleming and his parents share about the growth and success they’ve seen through the Max Velocity Pitching Program. Read Full Article from BarrieToday.com written by Gene Pereira, Barrie athlete in the zone, named top pitcher in two leagues.

Champs in Arizona!

The Kage formed a 13U team entirely of players from our programs, including six from the Max Velocity Pitching Program, to compete in a major tournament in Arizona. As the only Canadian team among 22 US teams, we triumphed with an undefeated 8-0 record, winning the tournament.

This victory highlighted the effectiveness of the Max Velocity Pitching Program, showcasing our players' resilience and skill.