Mike Epstein Hitting

Testimonials

Seven Day Hitting Program

Marty Morris
Chief of Staff
Senator Richard G. Lugar (R, Indiana)
Washington, DC
I have now watched the Epstein tapes many times, read his entire book (studying some of the chapters) and watched as my 11 year old took a one-week course directly from Mike.

The video and the book is an upper level education in hitting and extremely valuable. The video is essential if you want to become a rotational hitter - or just want to refine your rotational hitting. The book is what law students call a "Horn Book" - you can go into depth in whatever area you wish. Mike has really put a great deal of thought and research into both.

But the personal lessons are truly an eye-opening education. Mike uses a piece of chalk and a “Swift Stik” and really brings out the best in his student. I don't know when, in any field, I have ever seen theory put into practice better than Mike Epstein does in one week.

I think that former Harvard President Charles William Elliot was asked to define the definition of a University. He said it was a student sitting on one end of a log with H. G. Wells at the other. My definition of a hitting University is Mike Epstein with a hitter - one hour a day - for a week.
 
Garrett Retka
Minneapolis, MN		 For over a year now I have been watching Mike's video series, watching the video from him speaking at the American Baseball Coaches Association (ABCA), writing posts on this forum and calling him on the telephone. I was confident that I had a “pretty good idea” that what I was doing was correct. I was doing his drills, getting advice when I needed it, and having positive results. Still, I knew there was something more. Something was missing, but what was it?

I am now able to answer my own question. It is really quite simple: the answer was going through the hitting program with Mike Epstein. To all hitters, coaches and parents: if you have even slightly considered going to see Mike - be sure that you do. I saw with my own eyes what it has done for a number of players who were also in town for his hitting program. After seeing them, and doing what I can now do, I know that it was the best investment I could make for my professional career.

Actually, there is no price tag you can put on what you will learn from Mike. He is an outstanding teacher. He sees the little things that make a difference. I’m a professional player and he talks about things that I’ve never even thought of. Many of these things can't be put in a video because they are structured to each individual. As good as we all know his information is, he is even a better instructor. ‘Nuff said.

Thank you all for your posts. They’ve made me a better hitter. If you have ever considered going to see Mike for the lessons, GO! You never know how long he will doing it.
 
George Pick
Long Island, NY		 I thank you for sharing your incredible talents with both Brandon and myself. I was expecting both of us to learn some great hitting mechanics, but I was not expecting to meet a person that can actually explain the thought-process of hitting.

It is quite pleasing to know that now there is a definitive reason behind my son’s mechanics. I do not know how his season will be; nobody can predict that. But, what I do know is that he now has the mental and physical tools to become the best he can be. Watching the transformation in his swing and his confidence from day one to day seven was almost beyond belief.

Mike, your ability to teach is a great gift, but the defining moment of the training sessions was when you hugged Brandon and wished him well. This, to Brandon and myself, spoke volumes about Mike Epstein, the man.

Once again, I must thank you for sharing the best hitting mechanics one can ask for (I have never seen him hit the ball with such consistent power) and showing Brandon how to take a real “plan” to the plate.
Steve Kalousek
Houston, TX		 I would like to thank you for your dedication and commitment to Steven’s hitting progress. Your instruction went beyond just mechanics and helped Steven truly become a better hitter. It would have been easy for you to just teach him the mechanics and move on, but you went the extra mile and not only changed Steven’s swing, but his whole thought process as well. We have memories that will last a lifetime and you should feel proud of the job that you do.
Stephen Astor
Los Angeles, CA		 Well, if there were any doubt about the validity of rotational mechanics and the effectiveness of your instruction, those doubts were dispelled two days ago when Greg broke his first window – with a wiffle ball! We’re lucky it’s only one window – he’s been crushing everything.

Although none of us was sure at the outset how much a 10-year-old could learn in a week, Greg continues to make steady progress since his final lesson a week ago. I am very excited, and needless to say, so is Greg.

I want to personally thank you for your patience and the simple and straightforward system you’ve developed for teaching what seems like a complex technique. Having read a number of sites that discuss rotational mechanics, I thought we might be in for a week of quantum mechanics instead. But you’ve reduced everything in a way that is fun and productive. And Greg is benefiting already.

Thank you again for your time and for making our week down in San Diego so rewarding. I look forward to staying in touch.
 
Terry Meron
Plattsburgh, NY		 My son, Tyler, would love to say "thanks." Before we came for instruction, he had little power because of the linear mechanics he had been taught.

This past season, Tyler had a great year thanks to you. He hit 6 homers, had a .670 slugging percentage, made All-League and got invited to the California Coaches Association Junior State All-Star showcase at Cal State Fullerton. He is now getting recruited by all the "right" schools.

Amazing. Thanks again.
 
Mike Borowiak
Nashville, IL		 Just wanted to fill you in on Zach’s progress since his hitting lessons with you back in December, 2001.

Zach had a good 2002 season as Southeast Missouri State finished 38-20, won the Ohio Valley Conference regular season, the Ohio Valley Conference tourney, and went to the NCAA Regional. They beat Alabama 7-4, lost to Florida Atlantic 12-7, then lost to Alabama 7-4. Zach was told by the San Francisco Giants they wanted to take him in rounds 6-12 and the Boston Red Sox in rounds 10-15. He told both of them (and other teams) that he felt like he needed to go back to school for his senior year and work on his mental approach at the plate. San Francisco still drafted in the 49th round telling us they were hoping he would change his mind, but he never did. Zach batted .324, 17 doubles, 3 triples, 4 home runs, and 35 RBI'S.

Zach’s senior year didn't go as expected, they were returning many starters and added a transfer from Auburn University. Several key injuries early in the season just killed them, finishing 30-20 and not making the NCAA Tourney. Zach batted .374, 19 doubles, 15 home runs, 59 RBI, .693 slugging percentage and struck out only 17 times batting in the clean-up spot. He set the career double (72) mark at SEMO and was very close to the top in many other offense categories. He was taken by the Boston Red Sox in the 14th round and left today for the Class A Lowell “Spinners” of the New York-Penn League.

Thanks for all your help!!!!!! I'm not sure we could have done it without your good insight and keen instruction.
Steve Maybury
Dallas, TX		 I just wanted to drop you a note of appreciation as a follow up to last week's instructional session with my son -- and to share our experience with other parents who are committed to helping their child find success or with those high potential players who have not yet discovered the secret of hitting for power.

First, your commitment to excellence in the field of hitting is unequaled. You've uncomplicated probably the most challenging athletic event in any sport. On several occasions, I witnessed what you would call "tweaking." I think the term "essential adjustments" is more suitable given the impact they had in effectively leveraging the elements of rotational hitting. I know my son will not be looking for singles this upcoming season.

Second, I found myself as much the student as my son. While I had studied your tapes, read your articles and book several times and worked the drills with my son prior to our time together, I always felt that I had not quite put all the pieces together. Your instruction provided the missing links --and all fell in place. I appreciated the time you took to provide instruction to me to help coach my son going forward.

Finally, your passionate efforts to identify the strengths of my son's mind as well as the potholes that get in the way -- and skillful nurturing to move him forward towards success did not go unnoticed. These are life lessons that go well beyond baseball -- and will be far more long-lasting.

While your association and endorsement by Ted Williams is an honor well deserved, I believe your contribution to baseball and the people you touch stands on its own merits.

Jim Vicars
Monument, CO		 It was just terrific meeting you and watching you teach Will the rotational hitting method. I've been around a lot of teams and have never seen such a positive, individually focused, and directed teaching system. I fully appreciate that teaching an eleven year-old has particular challenges, and very much appreciate your encouragement, patience, and support of Will.

He understood right from the start how “special” this opportunity was and I was really proud of his focus and coachability.

Thanks for being so supportive. You are providing a wonderful service to the sport and we both recognize how very fortunate Will was to have this opportunity to "re-learn" hitting from the best.