Business Details
Expert Baseball & Softball Training in Des Plaines
Royal Swings is a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to advancing baseball and softball skills year-round. Our climate-controlled environment features cutting-edge equipment, including advanced hitting simulators, pitching machines, and batting cages. We provide personalized coaching from experienced professionals, offering tailored programs for all skill levelsfrom beginners to elite athletes. Our mission is to foster growth, discipline, and excellence through individualized 1-on-1 lessons, specialized team training, and comprehensive equipment solutions. With a focus on real-time analytics and expert feedback, we help athletes refine techniques, improve performance, and achieve their full potential.Our facility supports uninterrupted practice regardless of weather conditions, ensuring consistent development. We serve as a hub for local teams, offering gear rentals, custom uniforms, and cage access. Our team of seasoned coaches brings decades of combined experience in collegiate, high school, and professional sports. We prioritize community engagement, supporting local leagues and travel teams while creating pathways for athletes to compete at higher levels. Our commitment to innovation, quality instruction, and player development distinguishes us as a leader in baseball and softball training.
Services
1-on-1 Lessons
Team Training
Gear Rentals
Hitting Instruction
Pitching Training
Fielding Drills
Base Running Coaching
Cage Rentals
Softball Training
Custom Uniforms
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized 1-on-1 coaching with experienced professionals.
- Our facility features advanced hitting simulators and pitching machines.
- We provide tailored training programs for all skill levels.
- Our team includes coaches with collegiate and professional sports experience.
- We offer comprehensive equipment rentals and custom uniforms.
Services
1-on-1 Lessons
Our 1-on-1 lessons provide personalized instruction tailored to individual goals. Athletes receive undivided attention to refine hitting, pitching, defense, or base running techniques. Sessions utilize advanced technology for real-time feedback, ensuring measurable progress and skill mastery.
Team Training
Specialized team training enhances performance through skill development and strategic gameplay. Programs cover pitching, hitting, fielding, and teamwork, delivered by experienced coaches. State-of-the-art facilities include simulators and pitching machines to optimize team cohesion and competitive readiness.
Gear & Equipment
We offer premium baseball and softball equipment rentals, including bats, gloves, and protective gear. Custom uniforms and apparel ensure teams look professional while prioritizing durability and comfort. Our inventory supports both practice and game-day needs.
Hitting Instruction
Expert hitting instructors focus on swing mechanics, pitch recognition, and power generation. Using HitTrax technology, players receive real-time analytics on exit velocity, trajectory, and hit location to improve performance and decision-making at the plate.
Softball Training
Our softball programs cater to female athletes at all levels, emphasizing skill development, college placement, and competitive success. Coaches with collegiate experience provide specialized instruction in hitting, pitching, and fielding to prepare players for high-level competition.
People
Vince Fanelli
Co-Owner
Vince Fanelli coached three sports at Ridgewood High School for 17 years and played college baseball. He brings extensive coaching networks and a passion for teaching baseball fundamentals to Royal Swings.
Mike Greif
Co-Owner
Mike Greif has coached girls' softball since 2004 and works as a Salesforce Solution Architect. Inspired by his daughter's collegiate career, he focuses on developing female athletes' skills and college opportunities at Royal Swings.
Chris O'Leary
Co-Owner
Chris O'Leary has coached youth baseball and softball for over 16 years and serves on the Ridgewood High School Board of Education. He emphasizes discipline, sportsmanship, and lifelong growth through sports at Royal Swings.
Karli Spaid
Softball Instructor
Karli Spaid is a former NCAA standout with 103 career home runs. She provides elite softball instruction, leveraging her collegiate and professional experience to train hitters and develop power at Royal Swings.
Mike Falsetti
Catching Instructor
Mike Falsetti is a former professional catcher and creator of Catchers Capital. With 7 years of pro experience and 19 years as a coach, he specializes in advanced catching techniques and defensive strategies at Royal Swings.
Questions
What services does Royal Swings Training Center offer?
We provide 1-on-1 lessons, team training, equipment rentals, and custom uniforms for baseball and softball players of all skill levels.
Do you offer softball-specific training?
Yes, we have specialized softball programs with instructors experienced in collegiate and travel team development.
Can teams rent equipment or facilities?
Yes, we offer team gear rentals and cage rentals for practice sessions.
Are there experienced coaches available?
Our staff includes former collegiate athletes and coaches with decades of combined experience in baseball and softball training.
Is the facility climate-controlled?
Yes, our indoor facility maintains optimal conditions year-round for uninterrupted training.
