Personalized Development for Every Catcher

1-on-1 Catching Coaching

Whether you're strapping on gear for the first time or working to become the most commanding presence behind the plate, our private catching sessions are built around one thing — making you better, every single rep.

  • 1-on-1 Coaching
  • All Ages & Skill Levels
  • Baseball & Softball
Coach working with a young catcher on stance and framing at Short Porch Baseball

The Short Porch Approach

Coaching That Fits the Catcher

Built Around You

Catching is the most demanding position on the field, and it deserves dedicated, focused attention. Your coach will work with you from the ground up — assessing your stance, receiving mechanics, footwork, and throwing mechanics to identify the adjustments that will make you a more reliable, more dangerous weapon for your team. From your framing and blocking technique to your pop time and release, every detail is coached with intention.

But elite catching isn't just physical. We develop the mental and leadership side of the position too — helping you read hitters, control the pace of the game, communicate with your pitcher, and command the field with the confidence that separates good catchers from great ones.

What You Can Expect

  • A personalized assessment of your receiving, blocking, and throwing mechanics
  • Targeted coaching to build clean footwork, fast release, and a strong, accurate arm
  • Framing and pitch-blocking technique to make you a pitcher's best asset
  • Game-situation reps — wild pitches, stolen base reads, bunt coverages
  • Clear, actionable feedback every single session

Open to players of all ages and skill levels — whether you're a baseball or softball player, a beginner behind the dish or a seasoned backstop ready to elevate your game.

Inside Every Session

What You'll Learn

01

Stance & Receiving

Master the subtle art of receiving pitches to steal strikes and support your pitcher.

02

Blocking Mechanics

Develop the footwork and technique to be a wall behind the plate — stop anything in the dirt.

03

Footwork & Transfer

Build fast, repeatable mechanics from glove to throw so your release stays clean under pressure.

04

Pop Time & Throwing

Improve your release and throwing mechanics to shut down the opponent's running game.

05

Pitch Reading & Game Calling

Read hitters, sequence pitches, and control the pace of the game from behind the plate.

06

Leadership & Mental Game

Command the field with the confidence and IQ that separate good catchers from great ones.

Ready to Command the Plate?

Book a private catching session and start building the kind of game coaches and pitchers trust on every pitch.