softball HITTING TOOLS

HITTING INSTRUCTION AT PINKMAN ACADEMY

Northern Virginia’s Premier Baseball & Softball
Academy Since 1992

Serving clients in Virginia, Washington, DC, Maryland, and Nationwide!

WORLD CLASS SOFTBALL HITTING INSTRUCTION

  • Beginning softball: Entering tee ball, “kid pitch”, first year players, etc.
  • All star and travel preparation
  • JV and Varsity preparation
  • College-bound athletes

ATHLETIC VALUES

The Pinkman Academy believes in the honor, heritage, and dignity of the game. Our instruction includes the carry-away values of dependability, self-confidence, poise, responsibility, and the importance of family.

SWING AND HITTING MECHANICS ANALYSIS WITH LEADING-EDGE BASEBALL TECHNOLOGY

HITTRAX™

HitTrax™ is the first and only baseball data capture and simulation system that provides the powerful combination of performance data and entertainment value. Using patent pending technology, HitTrax measures and displays real-time data in a manner that is bringing the softball industry to the next level. 

SENAPTEC

Senaptec Strobe training eyewear is designed to help you process vision faster and more efficiently. This provides a unique edge for athletes to perform at a higher level more consistently and with better decision making. Most softball athletes notice improvement after one 15-minute session.

JC VIDEO

JC Video’s Digital Mirror Ultimate Software is the benchmark for all other Motion Analysis programs. Motion analysis software provides the ability to provide frame-by-frame comparisons, email clips, and add audio instruction to a swing for later review and retention. An important component in any lesson is visual feedback, and instant video replay sets the mental image for the student to alter their softball swing where traditional instruction without video fails. 

WHAT OUR HITTING CLIENTS SAY

“The Pinkman Academy has been my home since I was twelve years old. Coaches Jeff Pinkman and Jordan Foster are the reason I’m the athlete I am today. They helped me during my journey through the recruiting process. I committed to play softball in college because of their help. They inspire me to share my knowledge of baseball/softball and instruct just like them.”

Mackenzie Swanson

Class of 2026, Virginia Wesleyan University Softball

“Jeff and Jordan are both very knowledgeable coaches who are great at choosing specific drills to address individual swing problems. They explain swing motions clearly, emphasizing the intention behind each drill rather than just swinging for reps. They use instruction and technology together to help me improve my swing and hit harder and more consistently. I would recommend Pinkman to all softball and baseball players!”

Clare Fortier

Class of 2025, University of Chicago Softball

“Just wanted to let you know that all of the sacrifice you have put in with Kayla is paying HUGE dividends this year. Last night’s game was her second 2 homerun game this season. I wanted to personally thank you for everything. This would not be possible without your exceptional coaching!”

Jonathon Carr

Pinkman Parent, 2026 Ursinus University Softball Commit

SOFTBALL HITTING INSTRUCTORS

Jeff Pinkman is president of Pinkman Baseball & Softball Academy in Sterling, VA

Jeff Pinkman

  • Founding instructor of Pinkman Academy
  • Division I baseball athlete at University of Delaware
  • Graduated in 2000 with a degree in Exercise & Sports Science, Minor in Coaching, Area of Concentration: Physical Education
  • Full-time Academy instructor since 2000

Jordan Foster is a baseball hitting instructor and softball pitching and hitting instructor at Pinkman Baseball & Softball Academy in Sterling, VA

Jordan Foster

  • Joined Pinkman Academy in 2017
  • Head Varsity softball coach at Herndon High School, former commissioner of Herndon Reston Youth Softball
  • Alma Mater: George Mason University

PRICING

Upon booking a session, you should receive a lesson confirmation email and/or a lesson payment receipt email.

Pinkman Lessons
  • Pinkman Pitching and Hitting, Strategic Pitching, and Catching Lessons are taught by Jeff Pinkman, Christian Binford, and Matt Germanowski. The Pinkman Academy has been teaching pitching and hitting in Northern Virginia since 1992, helping hundreds of ballplayers achieve their dreams of playing in both college and professional baseball, and countless more achieve their goals of improving their skills to play baseball at their expected level.
  • Throughout the years, the Pinkmans have been a certified Tom House Pitching Academy, a certified Epstein Hitting Academy, Baseball Rebellions Rebel Rack Certification, written for Collegiate Baseball Magazine, and chosen the ABCA’s College Pitching Coach of the Year and Tom House Teaching Pro of the Year Awards. The Pinkman Academy has collaborated with medical professionals and is responsible for diagnosing sore arms and related issues in pitching research and development. Former Washington Redskins Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Ray Thal, and John Pinkman developed a continuing education course accredited by the National Association of Physical Therapists.
  • We are confident in our ability to diagnose problems and provide solutions. Having taught physical therapists and orthopaedic surgeons at INOVA about proper throwing technique John, Jeff, and Pat are more than comfortable sitting in an orthopedic consult if needed.
Group Lessons & Packages

Pinkman Lessons (New Student)

One-hour private lesson packages
Package Price
New Student Private 5 pack $475
New Student Semi-Private (2 students) 5 pack $325/player
New Student Semi-Private (3 students) 5 pack $250/player

Academy Lessons

One-hour private lesson packages
Package Price
Private Package 5 pack $350
New Student Semi-Private (3 students) 5 pack $250/player

Lesson Packages (Discounted)

Available after purchase of New Student packages. One-hour private lesson packages (regular rates $95/hour for Pinkman lessons and $70/hour for Academy lessons).
Package Price
Pinkman Discounted Private Package 5 pack $450
Pinkman Discounted Private Package 10 pack $850
Academy Discounted Private Package 5 pack $325
Academy Discounted Private Package 10 pack $650
Pinkman Lessons
The Pinkman Academy has been teaching pitching and hitting lessons in Northern Virginia since 1992, helping hundreds of ballplayers achieve their dreams of playing in both college and professional baseball.  Countless others have achieved their goals of improving skills to be more competitive and play baseball at their expected levels. The Pinkman Academy has been a Certified:
  • Tom House Pitching Academy
  • Epstein Hitting Academy
  • Baseball Rebellions Rebel Rack Training Facility
  • Sports Vision Professionals and the Performance Vision Academy training facility
The Pinkman Family has authored many articles for Collegiate Baseball magazine; and created the ABCA’s College Pitching Coach of the Year and the Tom House Teaching Pro of the Year Awards. Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Ray Thal and John Pinkman developed a continuing education course accredited by the National Association of Physical Therapists.  We have collaborated with many medical professionals responsible for diagnosing sore arms and related issues in pitching research and development. We are confident in our ability to diagnose arm injuries and provide solutions.  Having taught with physical therapists and orthopedic surgeons at INOVA about proper throwing technique, John, Jeff and Pat are more than comfortable sitting in on an orthopedic consult if needed.
Academy Lessons
Academy Pitching or Hitting lessons taught by Certified Pinkman Instructors (CPI) are ideal for players starting with ages 7-to-12 years, but also teens, collegiate athletes, and adults. Our CPIs receive over two months of Pinkman Training, and many are former Pinkman students! While being a former student is NOT a requirement, our staff exemplifies the desire to learn, and they share our passion to educate. Academy lessons consist of the Pinkman Academy’s core values of building relationships, mental preparation, mechanics, tactics, athleticism, nutrition, and leadership.  Pinkman Certified Instructors will reflect everything that families have come to expect from the Pinkman Family itself.  Our staff will create a significant learning experience with the ultimate goal of improving your child’s game performance.
**READ** Cancellation Policy
Please allow 24 hours notice for cancellations. We ask that you only schedule a lesson for a time that you are positive you can attend. We do not accept “Penciled in” or tentative appointments. Same day cancellation requires 50% of the lesson fee. Injuries, illness, or rescheduled games are the only exceptions. Cancelling lessons due to “last minute” scheduled practices requires 50% of the lesson fee. No show/forgotten lessons require 100% of the lesson fee. **Please note that once your lessons are confirmed, you will not be able to cancel the lesson through the online booking system. Please contact us at 703-661-8586 or at info@Pinkman.us should you need to reschedule or cancel any lesson.**

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