What Happens in a Coyote Kids Buddy Training Session?

James Huffman
8 hours ago
2 min read

Updated: 4 hours ago

At Coyote Kids Baseball Club, our One-on-One and Buddy Sessions are designed to give young players focused instruction, high-quality reps, and a fun environment where learning happens naturally. These sessions are fast-moving, engaging, and built around simple progressions that help kids throw and hit with confidence.

Whether your child is training solo or with a buddy, every session follows a proven structure that keeps them active, challenged, and smiling from start to finish.

Step 1: Throwing Warm-Up & Arm Activation

We always begin with a proper throwing warm-up to prepare the arms and shoulders for movement and effort.

Dynamic arm and shoulder warm-ups
Emphasis on balance, posture, and smooth movement
Teaching kids how to warm up correctly and safely

This phase helps prevent injury while setting the tone for quality reps throughout the session.

Step 2: Throwing Mechanics & Movement Drills

Once warm, we move into throwing actions that teach how to generate power efficiently using the whole body — not just the arm.

Squid Throw (Towel Drill): A ball placed inside a towel to reinforce arm path, extension, and follow-through. https://www.squidsports.com/pages/welcome
Knee Throws Against the Wall: Performed on a racquetball court to isolate torso rotation, reach-back, and core engagement.
Self-Fielding Reps: Players react to the ball as it rebounds off the wall, field it cleanly, and throw again — building athleticism and quick decision-making.
Step-Through Throws: Crossing the feet and stepping through the throw to create momentum, rhythm, and arm speed.

Step 3: Swing Speed & Bat Control

After throwing, we transition into hitting with a focus on swinging fast and with intent.

Broomstick SwingsShort bursts of fast swings to feel speed, rhythm, and freedom without overthinking mechanics.

This helps kids loosen up, gain confidence, and prepare for quality contact.

Step 4: Hitting Progressions & Fun Finish

We then move into tee work and finish strong with a competitive element.

Tee hitting progressions focused on balance, contact, and extension
Adjustments made based on each player’s age and experience
Tee Popper Challenge to end the session with energy and excitement

Kids leave feeling accomplished — not overwhelmed.

Why This Format Works

This session structure is intentionally simple and repeatable. By keeping kids moving and engaged, we help them:

Think less and react more
Build strong fundamentals through repetition
Develop confidence in both throwing and hitting
Have fun while learning the game the right way

Every drill has a purpose, and every session is tailored to the individual player or buddy pair.

Ready to Train with Coyote Kids?

One-on-One and Buddy Sessions are a great way for young players to build confidence, sharpen fundamentals, and get quality reps in a fun, encouraging environment.

These sessions are ideal for: