Grinderz Training Academy

Alsip, 11615 S Austin Ave Unit d, Alsip, IL 60803 | ★ 5 (31 Review)

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At Grinderz Academy, we offer youth sports training and conditioning classes. With a commitment to putting the athlete first, we cater to all levels of skill and expertise. Our dedicated team prides ourselves on bringing great energy and attention to every client and team we work with. Join us and discover the difference. Train with us and unlock your full potential!

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Dena Johnstone

★ 5

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Daisy Elias

★ 5

Great exercise prescription for young athletes. My kid loves it. Definitely, recommend this facility for any athlete doing any sport.

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Engine 115

★ 5

Great workouts for adults and my daughter loves the softball training as well as kids cardio and strength conditioning

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Patrick Dobesh

★ 5

We just can’t say enough good things about the Grinderz team. Fantastic program! Our daughter had surgery over the summer so when she was cleared, we signed her up for her winter training program with the coach Matt, Mattie. Not only did her strength and endurance improve, but that kids confidence is now skyrocketing and she’s dominating in the circle. We’ve just recently signed up with Coach Torres for some hitting lessons and can tell we’re going to see the same great improvements!

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Ashley Noah

★ 5

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FELIX CAHUE

★ 5

My daughter started taking pitching lessons at the beginning of 2023. I'm really happy with the training she has been getting at this great facility. Matt has been great helping my daughter make some adjustments to improve her mechanics but also to prevent injuries. While training at Grinderz you will get the training you need to improve your game and also how to take care of your body. Anyone that is looking for a place to train, Grinderz is a great option. You can book your lessons on the Grinderz application and it's easy to use.

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Dan Machuca

★ 5

My Daughter has been working with Grinderz for some time. Coach Matt has been great with her development and showing her the proper techniques of pitching to avoid injury to her shoulder. She has also worked Coach Dave on her hitting in the past and the results were obvious. They are both certified in their craft which I feel is important when choosing a trainer.

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Oscar Bravo

★ 5

My daughter was introduced to softball at 7-8 years old, and quickly became obsessed with pitching. We tried a few coaches to start off but quickly seen that Matt M was our guy! Not only he’s way of coaching and explaining to a 8yr old but the confidence he implements into my daughter is amazing! Matt is a 100% honest and tells you how it is and we love that about him! Lexi loves his coaching and always looks for his insight in tweaking her pitching speed motion and control. Fast forward 3 years now Lexi is on one of the top 10U premier teams in the nation and couldn’t made it without coach Matt and Dave! We appreciate all the videos and messages we get forward on a daily to get her to the next level. If your looking for a pitching and hitting coach that mean business Coach Mat and Dave are your guys. Grinders atmosphere is second to none kids always working and getting 1% better everyday.

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Janett Rios

★ 5

We began our journey with Grinderz Training Academy in August of 2021. My daughter began her first softball season, and after the season ended and seeing her potential, we decided to look for pitching and hitting lessons to help her development. Matt was referred by a friend, so we decided to begin pitching lessons with him. Matt helped our daughter learn how to train her body with proper pitching mechanics and taught her drills to do at home to help her optimize success on the mound.
We began hitting lessons with Coach Dave in September of 2021, and after a few lessons, we could already see the improvement. Coach Dave taught our daughter exercises and drills to do at home to continue her progress, and each lesson with him was customized to her needs. After almost 3 years of working with Coach Dave, we are amazed at our daughters' growth. Coach Dave is not only supportive in his teachings but also focuses on the athletes' individual needs to structure a plan of action for the best possible results. Coach Dave has been an essential part of my daughters softball journey. His coaching has helped her physically and mentally prepare for the game she loves. Thank you, Coach Dave, for being a pillar in the softball community and for being a huge part of our daughters softball journey.

Grinderz Training academy is the place to be. The entire coaching staff works very hard to help each athlete achieve their goals, not only do they motivate them but they also make it fun! We will continue to be part of the Grinderz Family and highly recommend it.

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Howard Thomas

★ 5

Grinderz Is a great place for your son or daughter to train mentally and physically. My daughter have grown and learned so much. I highly recommend trying out grinderz. Not to brag but Hailey puts up numbers in softball that is phenomenal. She also is a freshman that plays Varsity and is number one in the division. Thank you Coaches and staff for the knowledge and hard training.

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Edgar Manzo

★ 5

Hi David,

I wanted to thank you for the Grinderz classes Ashley and Sydney have completed since December. They definitely have improved their strength and agility!!!

Appreciate the dedication your instructors take with our Crestwood girls. Can't wait to see the improvements that will show during the softball season.

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Julie McNichols

★ 5

This is a great facility. My daughter had multiple hitting coaches before finding Grinderz. Each one had their strengths, but we have had great success since moving to Grinderz. Coach Dave helped my daughter make some adjustments and worked on her mental game as well. She looks forward to the hitting lessons and is seeing significant improvement in her batting average since moving over to Grinderz. Matt is a great resource as well! Highly recommend.

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Briana DeMars

★ 5

This place is great! Their workout classes are great! Jessi is one of the trainers and he is truly someone that will make you feel like you can achieve any goals you put your mind to! If you are looking for a safe, comfortable place to achieve your weightless goals then Grinderz is the place for you!!!

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Samantha Sanchez

★ 5

My daughter Zoey W. has been attending Grinderz Training Academy for about a year and a half now. She runs track as well as plays 12u softball. Her development physically and mentally has been amazing. She does speed and agility, strength and conditioning, as well as pitching/hitting lessons. The coaches and trainers push her to her full potential and give her the encouragement she needs to stay motivated. No matter if it’s private sessions or group lessons Grinderz is the place to go. They will help develop and push your athlete to their full potential. Coach Matt M. Coach Dave and the rest of the Grinderz staff are truly great and you will not be disappointed. They always check on her and send us motivational and training videos to help her outside of lessons and classes. My daughter will continue to be a Grinderz girl and I look forward to seeing her growth with the help of this team.

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Traci Marshall

★ 5

I am very happy with this facility. My daughter takes hitting lessons from Dave Torres and he has been great with my daughter. He works on everything from mechanics to the mental side of the game. Her lessons have translated to a very good batting average and on base percentage on both her high school varsity and highly competitive travel team. If your daughter is serious about improving her hitting and working on her game I would highly recommend Dave Torres and Grinderz.

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Jennifer Regan

★ 5

We've been going to Grinderz for both hitting lessons with Coach Dave and pitching lessons with Coach Matt and his awesome daughter (who plays herself) and we can't recommend them enough! Knowledgeable, experienced, responsive and well structured lessons. My daughter has gained great technical skills and notes on how to practice at home and improve. In addition to the technical training they offer a full body approach
and address workouts, nutrition, mental preparation and encouragement. Wonderful place to grow your softball player!

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Yvette “Evie” Solorzano

★ 5

My daughter has been with Grinderz since they first started and has been going there ever since. Not only has my daughter become a better athlete physically but mentally as well. Coach Torres focuses not only on the mechanical aspect of being an athlete but the mental aspect as well. He has been a great mentor and coach to my daughter.

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Mike Torres

★ 5

Grinderz is one of my favorite places to coach and train at! The environment in there is amazing and contagious. All the trainers and coaches are very welcoming and supportive.

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katie honkisz

★ 5

My daughter is a 13-year-old pitcher that has been going to grinderz for 6 months now and it is the best decision we have ever made. If you are looking for your daughter, to learn all the ins and outs about softball this is the place to be! Not only is there a strong base of fundamentals and softball IQ, but there is a core value that emphasizes the entire athlete. Coach Matt has an ability to teach kids about nutrition, mindset, positivity, and so much more that directly creates a well-rounded athlete. He stays engaged way beyond the lessons that are given. He constantly strives for education and growth for himself attending conference and following pertinent softball social media platforms. This knowledge base he has created for himself pours out into each and every lesson. The entire team at grinderz are natural motivators striving for the best for each and every athlete that walks through the door. From batting lessons, pitching, workouts and fielding grinderz has the best staff to help any athlete achieve desires goals. 10/10 would recommend!!

Katie honkisz
Mom of a pitcher

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Michelle O'Rourke

★ 5

My daughter has been seeing Coach Matt for pitching since she was in 9u (November 2021) and he is a big part of her success as a pitcher, team mate and overall player.
A couple of seasons ago, she had a strain that had to heal with rest. During that rest time, he asked her to come in and observe another lesson just to keep her mind active and to learn by observing. He is a big picture coach that not only teaches pitching mechanics, he stresses the importance of stretching, healthy lifestyle, and mental confidence. He is always learning new ways to incorporate drills and mechanics which keeps the player engaged.

Grinderz not only prepares players to reach individual goals, they prepare them with lessons to succeed as a person on and off the field. Grinderz builds confidence, self-esteem, and treats everyone as family. Highly recommend.

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David & Monica Dirks

★ 5

Our daughter discovered Grinderz after a strained labrum injury. We were determined to rebuild her confidence and prevent future injuries. Coach Matt was methodical in how he rebuilt her pitch and body mechanics, incorporating strength, yoga and warm up mechanics. Instead of just pitching techniques he discussed nutrition, rehab pointers and reminded her to “have fun”. Coach Matt went further and taught Dad and I how to work with her at home. It has been a whole family education to support her goals on the mound. Watching her confidence blossom and our daughter become someone who believes she can dominate in softball and life has been invaluable.

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Rebecca Wagner

★ 5

Grinderz Training Academy is where it’s at!!!

My daughter see’s Coach Matt for pitching lessons. She also does strength and conditioning. Coach Matt and the rest of the staff there truly have our children’s best interest at heart! Not only do they help our children with their mechanics but they help them mentally!

When you walk through the door your family! All the Coaches there will engage with all the athletes there and even provide tips regardless of you typically have one on one session with them or not.

It doesn’t matter what team or Organization you come from, when you’re at Grinderz you’re at a team there. It’s refreshing to see all the athletes have the same drive and goals! It’s refreshing to see all them be so supportive of each other!

Thank you Coach Matt and everyone at Grinders for always believing in my daughter and for always pushing her to believe in herself!

I seriously can’t speak highly enough about Coach Matt and Grinderz! My daughter and I absolutely LOVE it there!

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Steve Gliva

★ 5

My daughter, a high school softball player, has been attending training sessions with Coach Matt and the Grinderz team for some time now, and the experience has been incredibly positive. She always looks forward to her sessions and even tries to sneak in an extra class whenever she can!

One aspect that stands out is the attention to detail during the strength and conditioning exercises. The coaches take the time to ensure proper form and technique, which has been invaluable for my daughter's development. Additionally, the emphasis on cooling down and stretching after each session has been fantastic for her overall flexibility and injury prevention.

What truly sets Coach Matt and his team apart is their ability to challenge and motivate the students in a positive way. My daughter has grown not only in her physical abilities but also in her confidence. I can see a noticeable difference in her demeanor and confidence level after each session.

Overall, I highly recommend Coach Matt and the Grinderz team for anyone looking to improve their athletic abilities in a supportive and motivating environment. They truly care about the success and well-being of their students, and it shows in the results.

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Suzanne Turek

★ 5

My daughter has been seeing Coach Matt since last August for pitching lessons. She started seeing Coach Dave for hitting lessons a couple months ago. If you have a player who is willing to commit and practice, these two coaches are great. They teach the physical and mental side of the game. They will hold your little one accountable to be the best athlete they can be. They teach hard work pays off if you put the work in. They are also very knowledgeable about the latest mechanics and promote how to keep your body healthy by training the proper way.

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Sonny Serio

★ 5

My daughter (12U) began working with Coach Matt about 3 years ago with the goal of transitioning from HE to IR pitching. My expectations of a frustrating and difficult transition were quickly put to rest. Coach Matt was able to quickly establish an easy rapport with my daughter and began laying the foundation of mechanics and confidence that she still relies on today. Coach Matt has been a part of both her short and long term goals and pushes and supports her constantly in those pursuits. In addition to pitching lessons with Coach Matt, my daughter has been working with Coach Dave on hitting for the last several months. Coach Dave approaches every single lesson with a positive attitude and a calm demeanor that my daughter really responds to. His lessons include working on not just swing mechanics but the mental aspect of hitting as well.
Both of these Coaches make it a priority to get to know their players and parents and make sure everyone is on the same page.

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Jim Biesiada

★ 5

Great place to take your player to get a good workout

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Morgan Butney

★ 5

Love Grinderz Training Academy! I was invited to participate in an elite athlete class and I loved it. The energy was uplifting and as a newcomer I felt totally welcomed. Highly recommend for any athletes wanting a challenging, but rewarding, workout!

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Eric Hernandez

★ 5

My Westside Warriors travel baseball team loves training at Grinderz. The coaches always push the boys to their limits and the team as a whole has seen increased strength, speed and agility thanks to Grinderz training programs.

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Sarah McManus

★ 5

training here is amazing! they push you past your limits and it’s fun being surrounded by other athletes!

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Meliton Castro

★ 5

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Tracy Dengler

★ 5

My pre-teen daughter loves Grinderz Training Academy. They work with her to help build strength and agility. This is one program she actually asks when her classes are and to sign her up for more. Thank you for providing an outlet for her to become a confident, strong young athlete!

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