Fall and Winter Indoor Baseball Training is back!
2025-10-03
Newmarket Baseball is proud to offer players various opportunities to register for indoor training sessions for players ages 4-17 years old.
Newmarket Baseball is thrilled to announce our 2025-26 Indoor Baseball Training Programs — bigger and better than ever! This season, we’ve designed a training schedule that offers more opportunities, more variety, and more age-appropriate development to keep players engaged, active, and building their skills all winter long.
Expanded Off-Season Baseball Training Programs – More Dates, More Options!
Newmarket Baseball is thrilled to announce our 2025-26 Indoor Baseball Training Programs — bigger and better than ever! This season, we’ve designed a training schedule that offers more opportunities, more variety, and more age-appropriate development to keep players engaged, active, and building their skills all winter long.
Here’s what’s new and improved for this year:
- More Dome Sessions at the Newmarket Soccer Club Facility: Last year, we ran just 4 sessions at the Newmarket Soccer Dome. This year, we’ve expanded to 21 full Dome sessions — giving players of all ages the chance to practice on a large, professional-quality surface.
- More Gym Nights: We’ve grown from 18 gym sessions to 22 structured indoor gym sessions at a local school — providing consistent, accessible training for families across the community.
- Expanded Pitching Development: For players moving into 11U, 13U, 15U, and 18U, our Dome programs now include targeted pitching and throwing instruction to help athletes gain confidence on the mound and build the foundation to support their House League and Rep teams in the spring.
- Programs for All Ages: From beginner-friendly Friday FUNdamentals (7U/9U) at Glen Cedar Public School (915 Wayne Dr, Newmarket, ON L3Y 2W9), to skill-building Saturdays at the Newmarket Soccer Dome for ages 4–8 and beginner to competitive development program for ages 9–17, there’s a training path for everyone.
⚾ Key Locations:
- Newmarket Soccer Dome (621 Newpark Blvd, Newmarket, ON L3X 2S2)
- Glen Cedar Public School (915 Wayne Dr, Newmarket, ON L3Y 2W9)
👉 Each child must be registered separately. Families are encouraged to register for multiple programs to maximize skill development and flexibility.
We can’t wait to welcome everyone back for another off-season of baseball, learning, and fun. Let’s keep the momentum going into 2026!
About the Program Facilitator
All programming is led by Chris Mellin, former Director of House League with Newmarket Baseball and current 18U coach. Chris brings 11 seasons of coaching experience with the NBA, including serving as Head Coach for the 15U House League Select Team that participated in the OBA Championships.
Highlights of Chris’s coaching background include:
- Dr. Denison Varsity Boys Baseball Team Coach
- NBA Lead Programming Facilitator since 2016
- 2022 13U House League Tournament Champion
- 2024 15U House League Tournament Champion
- Over two decades of youth sports programming leadership (directing since 2001)
Program details and dates;
Friday FUNdamentals – Fun Ball Program - 7U/9U (Birth Years 2017-2020)
Description:
Friday Funday is the perfect way to keep kids active, engaged, and enjoying baseball through the off-season. This program is designed for all levels — from the absolute beginner who just wants to try baseball for the first time, to the player preparing for rep or select tryouts who wants extra time on the field. Every session takes place in a fun, supportive environment where players get more chances to throw, catch, hit, and play in a team setting.
Focus:
- Throwing, catching, hitting, and base running
- Teamwork and sportsmanship
- Game-style fun activities to keep kids excited every week
- Each session ends with a whiffle ball game
Time: Fridays, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Spots: 20 players per session
Rules:
- Only indoor shoes allowed (no cleats)
- Only soft core balls are used
- No bats or batting helmets are required
- Friday, November 7, 2025
- Friday, November 14, 2025
- Friday, November 21, 2025
- Friday, November 28, 2025
- Friday, December 5, 2025
- Friday, December 12, 2025
- Friday, December 19, 2025
7 nights @ 2 hours = 14 hours x $12 = $168
- Friday, January 9, 2026
- Friday, January 16, 2026
- Friday, January 23, 2026
- Friday, January 30, 2026
- Friday, February 6, 2026
5 nights @ 2 hours = 10 hours x $12 = $120
- Friday, February 13, 2026
- Friday, February 20, 2026
- Friday, February 27, 2026
- Friday, March 6, 2026
- Friday, March 13, 2026
5 nights @ 2 hours = 10 hours x $12 = $120
- Friday, March 27, 2026
- Friday, April 10, 2026
- Friday, April 17, 2026
- Friday, April 24, 2026
- Friday, May 1, 2026
5 nights @ 2 hours = 10 hours x $12 = $120
Saturdays at the Dome – Indoor Training
Description:
Our Saturdays at the Dome program gives players the chance to stay active through the winter on the best turf around outside of the Rogers Centre. These sessions provide space to run, throw, hit, and field indoors, keeping kids connected to baseball while enjoying the off-season with friends.
Each week includes:
- Warm-ups and movement activities
- Throwing, hitting, fielding, and base running
- Groupings by age and ability
- Lots of opportunities for game-style fun
- Each session ends with a whiffle ball game
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM | For Kids Born 2017–2021
Perfect for our youngest players (ages 4–8) who are just starting out. This program introduces kids to baseball in a fun, active, age-appropriate way. Sessions mix simple skill activities with fun challenges and game play to keep kids moving and smiling.
Spots: 30 players per session
Fall Indoor Training at the Dome (Ages 4-8)
- Saturday, November 15, 2025
- Saturday, November 22, 2025
- Saturday, November 29, 2025
- Saturday, December 6, 2025
- Saturday, December 13, 2025
5 nights @ $50 = $250
- Saturday, January 10, 2026
- Saturday, January 17, 2026
- Saturday, January 24, 2026
- Saturday, January 31, 2026
- Saturday, February 7, 2026
5 nights @ $50 = $250
- Saturday, February 21, 2026
- Saturday, February 28, 2026
- Saturday, March 7, 2026
- Saturday, March 14, 2026
- Saturday, March 21, 2026
5 nights @ $50 = $250
- Saturday, March 28, 2026
- Saturday, April 4, 2026
- Saturday, April 11, 2026
- Saturday, April 18, 2026
- Saturday, April 25, 2026
- Saturday, May 2, 2026
6 nights @ $50 = $300
8:00 PM – 10:00 PM | For Players Born 2008–2016
This program is for older players (ages 9–17) who want to stay connected to baseball during the off-season. Players are grouped by age and skill level, ensuring everyone gets a good mix of activity and fun. Sessions include hitting, throwing, fielding, and pitching training — giving players a chance to keep sharp and enjoy baseball before spring.
Pitching Development Focus:
The 8–10 PM program will dedicate significant time to pitching instruction and practice. For kids moving into 11U, this is an excellent chance to learn new pitching skills and build confidence on the mound — something that can make a big difference for their house league team next season. For players in 13U, 15U, and 18U who are serious about pitching, these sessions provide a structured opportunity to work on mechanics, control, and consistency in a supportive environment.
Spots: 60 players per session
Fall Indoor Training at the Dome (Ages 9-17)
- Saturday, November 15, 2025
- Saturday, November 22, 2025
- Saturday, November 29, 2025
- Saturday, December 6, 2025
- Saturday, December 13, 2025
5 nights @ $50 = $250
- Saturday, January 10, 2026
- Saturday, January 17, 2026
- Saturday, January 24, 2026
- Saturday, January 31, 2026
- Saturday, February 7, 2026
5 nights @ $50 = $250
- Saturday, February 21, 2026
- Saturday, February 28, 2026
- Saturday, March 7, 2026
- Saturday, March 14, 2026
- Saturday, March 21, 2026
5 nights @ $50 = $250
- Saturday, March 28, 2026
- Saturday, April 4, 2026
- Saturday, April 11, 2026
- Saturday, April 18, 2026
- Saturday, April 25, 2026
- Saturday, May 2, 2026
6 nights @ $50 = $300
- Cleats allowed (running shoes ok too)
- Helmets required for batting
- Players should bring glove, helmet, bat, and water bottle
- Groups created by age/skill to maximize fun and fairness