June 6 - 30th / July 5 - 28th
2022 Summer Velocity Enhancement and Arm Health Camp
June 15 - July 22
2022 YOUTH Summer Training Camp
testimonials
Classes and Private Lessons
We just got word that Aaron was named the 2013 Trinity League Pitcher of the Year and 1st Team All Orange County. Without you working with Aaron after his injury, he would not be where he is today. The arm strength and conditioning along with core strength program you use at your facility is by far the best in Southern California. I want to thank you for everything and would recommend you to players of all ages from Little league to the Big leagues
-Brad Cross (Grandfather of Aaron Cross, Mater Dei HS Class of 2013)
Aaron pitches at Brigham Young University
We just got word that Aaron was named the 2013 Trinity League Pitcher of the Year and 1st Team All Orange County. Without you working with Aaron after his injury, he would not be where he is today. The arm strength and conditioning along with core strength program you use at your facility is by far the best in Southern California. I want to thank you for everything and would recommend you to players of all ages from Little league to the Big leagues
-Brad Cross (Grandfather of Aaron Cross, Mater Dei HS Class of 2013)
Aaron pitches at Brigham Young University
Classes and Private Lessons
Prior to linking up with Jim at TZAcademy I was dealing with a pinch in my right bicep tendon (front of shoulder) …after just 3 weeks of training new movement patterns using revolutionary drill work, I was not only throwing without discomfort but now throwing with more velocity. I was 90 – 93 mph prior and for the first time in my pro career I hit 95 mph in just 1 month of working with Jim at TZAcademy….I could not stress enough the importance of proper movement patterns to improve efficiency, health and to reach one’s max ceiling of peak performance. Jim provides not only the “whats” but the “why’s” of what we are doing. He truly cares about his clients and providing us with the best of the best when it comes to helping us reach our peak performance levels. He goes above an beyond traditional pitching coaches and brings in peak mental performance coaches, top trainers, and bio-mechanical experts to help ensure that we are receiving the best instruction possible.
I just went into my 3rd professional season not only more physically prepared but more mentally prepared than ever
before. I have been dominating the competition thus far, leading the league in strikeouts and my walks are down by 75% from previous seasons. New opportunities have came about in just 3 starts of the season. Winter ball job offers from Dominican Republic and Venezuelan teams which for those unfamiliar, it is the highest level of baseball one can play other than the Major Leagues. I have never been drafted, never have I played for an affiliated minor league team. I started at the independent ball level and in just my 3rd season have had the privilege of playing winter ball in Mexico with MLB veterans and now opportunities to climb higher and can’t help but think that my off season work at TZAcademy had some influence in my continued success. All I can say is that I envy the young kids who have already started down this path. I just hope that other kids coming up hold on to their visions/dreams and consistently persist with confidence until they materialize. There’s no feeling worse than looking back and regretting that you could of dug deeper.
-David Casillas – El Paso Diablos (American Association League)
Prior to linking up with Jim at TZAcademy I was dealing with a pinch in my right bicep tendon (front of shoulder) …after just 3 weeks of training new movement patterns using revolutionary drill work, I was not only throwing without discomfort but now throwing with more velocity. I was 90 – 93 mph prior and for the first time in my pro career I hit 95 mph in just 1 month of working with Jim at TZAcademy….I could not stress enough the importance of proper movement patterns to improve efficiency, health and to reach one’s max ceiling of peak performance. Jim provides not only the “whats” but the “why’s” of what we are doing. He truly cares about his clients and providing us with the best of the best when it comes to helping us reach our peak performance levels. He goes above an beyond traditional pitching coaches and brings in peak mental performance coaches, top trainers, and bio-mechanical experts to help ensure that we are receiving the best instruction possible.
I just went into my 3rd professional season not only more physically prepared but more mentally prepared than ever
before. I have been dominating the competition thus far, leading the league in strikeouts and my walks are down by 75% from previous seasons. New opportunities have came about in just 3 starts of the season. Winter ball job offers from Dominican Republic and Venezuelan teams which for those unfamiliar, it is the highest level of baseball one can play other than the Major Leagues. I have never been drafted, never have I played for an affiliated minor league team. I started at the independent ball level and in just my 3rd season have had the privilege of playing winter ball in Mexico with MLB veterans and now opportunities to climb higher and can’t help but think that my off season work at TZAcademy had some influence in my continued success. All I can say is that I envy the young kids who have already started down this path. I just hope that other kids coming up hold on to their visions/dreams and consistently persist with confidence until they materialize. There’s no feeling worse than looking back and regretting that you could of dug deeper.
-David Casillas – El Paso Diablos (American Association League)
Classes and Private Lessons
In my 15 years of coaching youth baseball, I have seen many private pitching coaches come and go. Jim Wagner has been a steady presence during all of those years as a premiere pitching coach and arm care specialist. Jim has produced great results with many of his students pitching in college and beyond. But what truly sets Jim apart from the rest is his obvious passion for the art of pitching and his genuine desire to see his students succeed. His infectious enthusiasm helps his students push themselves to reach their full potential all the while teaching them proper mechanics and arm care. How he manages to get kids and teens to adopt pre- and post-pitching routines is impressive considering most probably fight their parents over brushing their teeth! I highly recommend TZAcademy for anyone looking to become a pitcher or further develop their pitching skills. You will not be disappointed!
Sincerely,
MICHAEL E.
President, Hart Pony Baseball
In my 15 years of coaching youth baseball, I have seen many private pitching coaches come and go. Jim Wagner has been a steady presence during all of those years as a premiere pitching coach and arm care specialist. Jim has produced great results with many of his students pitching in college and beyond. But what truly sets Jim apart from the rest is his obvious passion for the art of pitching and his genuine desire to see his students succeed. His infectious enthusiasm helps his students push themselves to reach their full potential all the while teaching them proper mechanics and arm care. How he manages to get kids and teens to adopt pre- and post-pitching routines is impressive considering most probably fight their parents over brushing their teeth! I highly recommend TZAcademy for anyone looking to become a pitcher or further develop their pitching skills. You will not be disappointed!
Sincerely,
MICHAEL E.
President, Hart Pony Baseball
Classes and Private Lessons
“My son, China McCarney, was fortunate enough to start working with Jim Wagner on a regular basis in 9th grade.
His velocity, arm strength and endurance training helped him realize his physical potential as a player and prospect.
Through regular weekly workouts all through high school, China went from a low 70′s guy as a freshman to 94 mph in his senior year. Jim’s core strength workouts also made him a complete baseball player. Jim’s ability as a coach was a major reason China received several D-1 scholarship offers as well as a professional contract offer his senior year.
Jim also provided a recruiting conduit to some of the best programs and connections in the baseball world….He has been a mentor to my son and I believe any prospect that works with him can reach their full potential if they follow his workouts and advice.”
-John McCarney (son, China, was drafted by the Cleveland Indians and Tampa Bay Rays)
“My son, China McCarney, was fortunate enough to start working with Jim Wagner on a regular basis in 9th grade.
His velocity, arm strength and endurance training helped him realize his physical potential as a player and prospect.
Through regular weekly workouts all through high school, China went from a low 70′s guy as a freshman to 94 mph in his senior year. Jim’s core strength workouts also made him a complete baseball player. Jim’s ability as a coach was a major reason China received several D-1 scholarship offers as well as a professional contract offer his senior year.
Jim also provided a recruiting conduit to some of the best programs and connections in the baseball world….He has been a mentor to my son and I believe any prospect that works with him can reach their full potential if they follow his workouts and advice.”
-John McCarney (son, China, was drafted by the Cleveland Indians and Tampa Bay Rays)
Classes and Private Lessons
Jim Wagner is an impact coach — someone who tangibly improved my son’s game. Jim refined the quality of his pitches, taught him drills that enhanced his repeatability and used astute video analysis to help Conor recognize areas of his delivery that needed improvement, which, in turn, helped Conor’s ability to self-correct on the mound. Jim’s insights also elevated the critical mental aspect of Conor’s game. In his quiet, smart and thoughtful way, Jim is one of those rare coaches that makes a true difference.
- Carlton Cuse,father of Conor Cuse (9-1, 1.95 ERA) starting pitcher for Harvard Westlake, the #1 high school baseball team in the USA 2013. Conor pitches at Stanford University.
Jim Wagner is an impact coach — someone who tangibly improved my son’s game. Jim refined the quality of his pitches, taught him drills that enhanced his repeatability and used astute video analysis to help Conor recognize areas of his delivery that needed improvement, which, in turn, helped Conor’s ability to self-correct on the mound. Jim’s insights also elevated the critical mental aspect of Conor’s game. In his quiet, smart and thoughtful way, Jim is one of those rare coaches that makes a true difference.
- Carlton Cuse,father of Conor Cuse (9-1, 1.95 ERA) starting pitcher for Harvard Westlake, the #1 high school baseball team in the USA 2013. Conor pitches at Stanford University.