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Batting Practice
Hydro Bats

Beginners Training Program

This program focuses on building a strong foundation of swing mechanics, bat speed, and control. It’s perfect for players new to the Hydro Bat or those looking to improve their fundamentals while developing muscle memory.

Week 1
Basics and Mechanics

Week 2
Consistency

Week 3
Building Bat Speed

Week 4
Game Application

 

Week 1: Basics and Mechanics
Goal: Establish proper swing mechanics and develop consistent barrel control.

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  1. Tee Work (Light Hydro Bat, 30% liquid):
    Place a ball on a tee. Focus on proper stance, grip, and weight transfer while taking 3 sets of 10 swings. Aim for consistent barrel contact and keep your head still throughout the swing.

  2. Dry Swings (Light Hydro Bat):
    Stand in your batting stance without a ball. Swing slowly and deliberately, paying attention to your bat path and follow-through. Perform 3 sets of 12 swings.

  3. Contact Zone Drill (Regular Bat):
    Set up a tee to hit inside, middle, and outside pitches. Perform 2 sets of 8 swings, focusing on adjusting your hands and barrel to each location.

 

 

 

 

Week 2: Consistency
Goal: Build consistency and confidence in swing motion and contact.

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  1. Tee Work (Light Hydro Bat):
    Focus on hitting line drives to the middle of the field. Perform 4 sets of 10 swings with a slow, controlled motion.

  2. Controlled Front Toss (Light Hydro Bat):
    Have a partner toss balls gently from about 15 feet away. Take 3 sets of 8 swings, aiming for consistent barrel contact.

  3. Dry Swings (Regular Bat):
    Repeat Week 1 dry swings to reinforce proper mechanics. Perform 3 sets of 10 swings.

 

 

 

 

Week 3: Building Bat Speed
Goal: Develop faster, more explosive swings while maintaining form.

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  1. Rapid Swings Drill (Light Hydro Bat):
    Swing the bat as fast as possible while maintaining good form. Perform 3 sets of 12 swings with rest between sets.

  2. Tee Work (Medium Hydro Bat, 50% liquid):
    Focus on driving through the ball with added weight. Perform 3 sets of 10 swings with smooth, powerful motion.

  3. Front Toss Reaction Drill (Medium Hydro Bat):
    Have a partner toss balls quickly. Focus on reacting fast and making solid contact. Perform 2 sets of 10 swings.

 

 

 

 

Week 4: Game Application
Goal: Transition from training to game-like performance and build confidence at the plate.

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  1. Alternating Swings:
    Alternate 10 swings with Light Hydro Bat, 10 swings with your regular bat. Repeat for 3 rounds. This helps transition from training to game-like performance.

  2. Front Toss Simulation:
    Perform 3 sets of 10 swings using a Medium Hydro Bat, simulating game scenarios. Adjust to pitch locations and speeds.

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