Business Details
Your Premier Sports Training Destination in Stirling
Founded to elevate athletic performance and physical well-being, Epic Sports Training & Fitness Academy specializes in comprehensive sports skills development and fitness programs tailored for athletes of all ages and experience levels. Located in Stirling, New Jersey, our facility features a versatile gym with padded walls that can be converted into hitting tunnels for batting or pitching practice, complemented by a lounge for spectators. Our dedicated team of experienced instructors includes former collegiate athletes and award-winning coaches with decades of expertise in softball and baseball training. We emphasize proper technique development and physical conditioning as foundational elements for athletic success. Our services span personalized instruction, group clinics, and specialized camps for high school and NCAA athletes, supported by a proven track record of developing All-American and All-Conference performers.Committed to fostering a community-oriented environment, we prioritize individualized attention and evidence-based training methodologies. Our partnerships with local universities and continuous innovation in training approaches reflect our dedication to staying at the forefront of sports education. With flexible operating hours and a focus on accessibility, we aim to accommodate diverse schedules while maintaining the highest standards of instruction. Our philosophy centers on empowering athletes to achieve their full potential through expert guidance and a supportive atmosphere.
Services
Softball Skills Development
Baseball Pitching Instruction
Fitness Training
Agility Programs
Sports Clinics
Highlights and features
- Our coaches include NCAA champions and All-American athletes with decades of coaching experience
- Facility features adaptable hitting tunnels and padded walls for safe, specialized training
- Specialized programs for NCAA, high school, and youth athletes with proven success metrics
- Fitness director holds Physical Education/Exercise Science degree with collegiate athletic experience
- Former semi-pro and professional athletes lead innovative training methodologies
Services
Softball Skills Development
We specialize in comprehensive softball instruction covering pitching, batting, and fielding techniques. Our programs cater to athletes from elementary school through NCAA levels, with specialized training for catchers and infielders. Our facility features adjustable hitting tunnels and padded walls for safe, focused practice sessions.
Baseball Pitching Instruction
Our expert coaching staff offers personalized instruction for baseball pitchers at all skill levels. Using proven methodologies developed through decades of competitive experience, we focus on mechanics, control, and velocity improvement while emphasizing injury prevention techniques for long-term athletic development.
Fitness Training
Our fitness programs combine strength training, cardiovascular conditioning, and sports-specific drills designed by certified exercise science professionals. Tailored to enhance athletic performance, these programs improve speed, agility, and overall physical readiness while maintaining safe training practices for developing athletes.
Agility Programs
Structured agility training focuses on improving quickness, coordination, and reaction time through specialized drills. Led by university-level coaches, these programs incorporate sport-specific movements and plyometric exercises to enhance on-field performance for both softball and baseball players.
Sports Clinics
Seasonal clinics and camps provide immersive training experiences for athletes seeking intensive skill development. Led by former collegiate athletes and championship coaches, these programs include group instruction, position-specific training, and competitive drills that simulate real-game scenarios for performance improvement.
People
Richard Vaccaro
Owner
Former semi-pro fastpitch pitcher with 25+ years of coaching experience at high school and college levels. Developed multiple All-American pitchers and maintains active NCAA coaching connections through Montclair State University partnerships.
Heather Bergman
Fitness Director
Physical Education/Exercise Science degree holder directing fitness programs while serving as Montclair State University softball assistant coach. NCAA All-Conference catcher specializing in defensive skills instruction and athletic conditioning protocols.
John Bowerbank
Slap Hitting Instructor
25-year men's fastpitch slap hitter offering specialized batting techniques for female athletes. Focuses on contact hitting strategies and stance mechanics for players from middle school through collegiate levels.
Alex Hill
Pitching Coach
Three-time NCAA DIII All-American pitcher with four NJAC Pitcher of the Year awards. Provides expert pitching analysis and advanced mechanics instruction for competitive athletes seeking collegiate-level development.
Elena Scarano
Clinic Assistant
Former Union County Player of the Year turned NCAA Division I volleyball athlete. Assists with skill development clinics, focusing on rotational training and multi-sport athletic conditioning techniques.
Questions
What sports training specialties do you offer?
We specialize in softball and baseball skills development with expert instruction in pitching, hitting, catching, and defensive techniques.
What age groups do you accommodate?
Our programs serve athletes from 1st grade through college levels with age-appropriate training methodologies and equipment.
Are your instructors certified?
Our staff includes former NCAA athletes, conference champions, and certified fitness professionals with Physical Education degrees.
Do you offer facility rentals?
Currently we focus on training programs rather than facility rentals, but contact us for special group training inquiries.
What makes your training unique?
We combine technical sports skills instruction with sports science-based physical conditioning for holistic athlete development.
