FIELD GENERAL
ACADEMY
2025 -2026
The Field General Academy
The Field General Academy offers an intensive, five-day-a-week training program specifically for baseball catchers. The academy's holistic approach focuses on developing all the essential skills and attributes needed to excel at an elite level.
Program Breakdown
The program centers on three key areas: catching development, hitting, and strength & conditioning.
Catching Development The academy provides extensive training in modern catching techniques, with a special emphasis on pitch framing. Players will learn advanced tactics, backed by data and performance metrics, to optimize the strike zone and positively influence umpire decisions. The curriculum also covers crucial aspects like blocking and throwing mechanics that separate top-tier catchers from the rest. Additionally, the program addresses setup strategies to prevent the negative effects of blocking and throwing on pitch framing, especially with runners on base.
Hitting The hitting program is tailored to each player's individual needs and body type, providing personalized swing work to improve their offensive game.
Strength & Conditioning Designed to build durability and prevent injury, the strength and conditioning regimen prepares players to handle the physical demands of a long season (100+ games) without a drop in performance.
Beyond the Field
In addition to the physical training, the Field General Academy also focuses on two critical off-field components:
Mental Skills Players will learn to manage pressure, control the game, and develop the mental toughness of a seasoned veteran.
Recruiting Strategy The academy provides guidance to help players navigate the college recruiting process, ensuring they find the right opportunities to advance their careers.
The program boasts instruction from one of the most highly sought-after catching instructors in the country, guaranteeing a high level of expertise and quality training.
The Premier Holistic Catcher Training Program
Led by head instructor Tyler Goodro, the Field General Catching Academy offers an intensive, six-month catcher-specific training program. With over 20 years of experience, Goodro has trained more than 2,000 catchers, including 9 MLB players, 25+ professional catchers, and hundreds of collegiate athletes.
Our program mirrors the intensity and focus of professional spring training. We provide hyper-personal training that covers every aspect of the position, from mobility and arm health to game-speed drills.
A Truly Holistic Approach
This year, we're proud to announce a new Hitting Circuit Day and Live At-bats, making our program a truly holistic training experience for catchers.
ELKHORN/GRETNA TRAINING CAMP
All participants will also receive a Complimentary membership to Elkhorn/Gretna Training Camp while enrolled in the academy. You will have access to 30+ Cages, over 40,000 SF of Open Turf Space.
Who: Catchers ages 10u - 18u (broken into appropriate age groups)
When: Unlimited classes from October through March. You can start training in any month. (Schedule will be posted shortly)
Where: Elkhorn Training Camp, 715 N 210th St, Elkhorn, NE 68022
Registration opens in SEPTEMBER. Join us to find out what it takes to train like a PRO.
MORE INFO COMING SOON…
Refund policy: There will be no refunds after the first week of classes. If you want to push your membership to a later date or use it for lessons, that option is open for discussion.
