Business Details
Expert Baseball Training in Rancho Santa Margarita
Founded over 25 years ago, Saddleback School of Baseball has established itself as Orange County's premier destination for personalized baseball instruction. Our founder, Glenn Zielinski, brings decades of experience as both a player and coach, having worked with athletes from Little League to professional levels. We specialize in private hitting and pitching lessons, summer skill-development camps, and functional strength training programs designed to elevate player performance. Our track record speaks for itself: over 150 alumni have advanced to college baseball, with numerous players drafted by Major League Baseball teams.We measure success not just through championships, but through transformative player development - from overcoming performance anxiety to mastering technical mechanics. Our facility in Rancho Santa Margarita serves as a hub for baseball excellence, combining technical instruction with mental conditioning to create well-rounded athletes.
Services
Private Lessons
Summer Camps
Strength Training
Travel Teams
Alumni Development
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of proven success developing college and professional athletes
- Personalized one-on-one instruction tailored to individual mechanics
- Proven track record with 150+ alumni in college and professional baseball
- Functional strength training programs designed for baseball performance
- Certified instructors with Major League Baseball organizational experience
Associations and certifications
- National Pitching Association
What people say
Proven results
Expert coaching
Alumni success
Personalized attention
Skill development
Services
Private Lessons
Customized hitting and pitching instruction for players of all levels. Our expert coaches analyze mechanics and develop personalized training plans to maximize performance. Proven track record with over 150 students advancing to college and professional baseball.
Summer Camps
Five-day intensive training programs focusing on batting, pitching, fielding, and game strategy. Includes scrimmages and specialized drills to improve overall baseball skills. Camps run June through July at Coto Sports Park with flexible scheduling options.
Strength Training
Specialized strength and conditioning classes using weighted ball techniques. Designed to enhance baseball-specific movements and prevent injuries. Certified instructors guide athletes through monthly programs that improve power and performance metrics.
Travel Teams
Elite travel teams competing in national tournaments and premier leagues. Provides high-level game experience with structured coaching and player development. Teams include 14U OC Tribe and 18U Black Knights in USA Premier Connie Mack League.
Alumni Development
Continued support for athletes transitioning to college and professional baseball. Leverages extensive network of MLB-connected coaches and recruiters. Tracks player progress with personalized development plans and performance analytics.
People
Glenn Zielinski
Founder & Head Instructor
25+ year veteran baseball coach with MLB organizational experience. Former UNLV player drafted by Padres and Reds. Specializes in mechanics analysis and mental conditioning for players at all competitive levels.
Questions
What age groups do you train?
We work with players from Little League through professional levels, offering age-appropriate instruction and development programs.
How do you measure player progress?
We track technical improvements, game performance metrics, and mental development. Success stories include overcoming performance anxiety and achieving college/professional milestones.
Are payment plans available?
We accept credit cards and online payments with processing fees. Currently no formal financing options are available for training programs.
Where are your facilities located?
Our main training facility is located at 30055 Comercio, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688 with additional field access at Coto Sports Park.
Do you offer group training?
While our core focus is private instruction, we provide summer camps and travel team opportunities that include group skill development components.
What makes your training unique?
Combines technical mechanics analysis with mental conditioning, supported by 25+ years of proven results developing college and professional athletes.
Reviews (3)
Robin Gray
Nov 13, 2019
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Glenn has been a great influence on my sons and theyve greatly improved their baseball skills through lessons and competing and training with the Tribe team. I highly recommend Saddleback School of Baseball.
Matt Brown
Sep 30, 2017
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Glenn is the best. Great hitting coach and great pitching coach. Our son has worked with several private coaches, but Glenn tops them all. He is firm yet friendly, clearly communicating his high expectations while keeping lessons fun.
Mike
Nov 27, 2016
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Glenn is an outstanding personal coach for hitting or pitching. Uses video to show player what they are doing and what they need to fix.
