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Coach Matt

5 (8 reviews)

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Number of students Coach Matt has accompanied since arriving at Superprof
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Number of students Coach Matt has accompanied since arriving at Superprof

5 (8 reviews)

$70/h

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Baseball

Experienced tutor in Baseball in Troy, Coach Matt offers private lessons tailored to your needs.

Baseball

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About Coach Matt

Hitting & Pitching Training

Coach Helke has been featured in national publications such as US Insider, The Chicago Journal, Huff Mag and Sports Illustrated for hitting.

A 2023 inductee into the prestigious Marquis "Who's Who in America" (for coaching, training and authorship) and a two time best-selling co-author of two books on Peak Performance.

Hitting: Most confuse having a good swing with becoming a good hitter. I can assure you having a good swing is simply one minor step in becoming a good hitter. Most players simply work on mechanics. They take some training and batting practice then hope that all of their work will pay off. That’s NOT going to cut it.

It's not all about mechanics that most "swing" coaches teach (even the top instructors). Why? Because there are timing issues that have to be addressed first. It's these timing issues that are the actual source for the majority of mechanical issues. Secondly, players have different physical make-ups. Therefore the "cookie cutter" training the majority of trainers provide tries to have every player swing the same way. Without taking a players physical make-up into consideration, most trainings actually inhibit a players potential at the plate.

"You're not an imitation or clone, so why be trained like one?" While there are similarities, there are differences – you’re an individual. A coach cannot teach and train with "cookie cutter" sessions. It's real simple. When an athlete comes to me, I don't see an incompetent athlete who doesn't know things or needs to be fixed. I see the individual. A very competent athlete who knows a lot more than they think they do. My job is to get them to recognize it and how to specifically get things in the right order so that they can use their tools. It's about progress not perfection. I incorporate both the physical and mental aspects, learn each athlete’s uniqueness while keeping the lessons productive and easy to understand. I am there for guidance, mentorship and instruction, but not to command/demand.

I teach hitting. How to hit a moving ball. Not how to swing at a stationary ball sitting on a batting tee or how to swing at a ball that is soft tossed. There is a big difference. I require athletes (and parents) to ask me questions! To me, if a player is not a college or pro player, there are a lot of reasons why at least one parent SHOULD be present during training sessions. But here are the two most obvious ones:

#1: YOU'RE the ones who are paying.

#2: YOU'RE going to be spending time with them after a training session is over.

Number 1, is obvious, but number two is really important. Parents need to be aware of what their player is being taught during sessions.

I'll be spending 45-60 minutes with your player during a session...BUT, you're going home with them. If you understand the information covered during the sessions, you'll be light years ahead to actually help reinforce the new habits we're trying to create!

Active baseball coach since 1992. Coach Helke has a Degree in Psychology with the following certifications: Biomechanics Specialist (the science of human body movement), Sport Psychology Coach (Ed), Applied Neuroscience & Brain Health, Core Conditioning Specialist, Mental Game and Sports Guided Imagery Specialist along with being a Certified Interscholastic Coach (NFHS). I am also an active member of the ABCA, OHSBCA, NFHS, The American Baseball Biomechanics Society & The International Society of Biomechanics in Sports. Also a professional affiliate of the APA Division 47 (Society for Sport, Exercise and Performance Psychology). I am the founder of The Baseball Observer Digital Magazine & Directory (thebaseballobserver.com) and 360 Peak Performance. I am in contact with both college coaches and MLB coaches and support staff.

I mentor players from rec to college athletes. I also video lessons (when applicable) and can show them back to athletes and parents during the session (in real time and slo-motion).

My goal as a coach is not to make the athlete dependent on me like the majority of coaches & trainers do. I educate the athlete (and parents) so they can eventually identify and correct any issues that might arise later on. To have the ability to self-coach, self-adjust and pay attention to the results.

Just one testimony:

“Baseball has really taken an odd turn with summer ball and some of the teaching techniques youth players are getting. It is nice to see your teachings and articles are based on the reality of what works at the collegiate and professional level."

Keith Gorman - Former Head Coach Cumberland Co. College - NJCAA DIII 2019 National Champions - 2019 ABCA/ Diamond National Coach of the Year NJCAA Division III.

I have always loved the game of baseball. I started coaching in 1992. I want every athlete who wants to play baseball to love the game. I don't want them to leave the game because they think they don't have the athletic ability to play. Too many athletes leave the game because they feel they don't have the ability when what they needed was the opportunity to have someone help them see they do. I am continually keeping up on what works and what doesn’t. I'm always challenging what I know.

Active coach since 1992. Marquis "Who’s Who in America" 2023 Inductee. Degree in Psychology with the following certifications: Sports Psychology Coach (Ed.), Biomechanics Specialist (the science of human body movement), Core Conditioning Specialist, Mental Game and Sports Guided Imagery Specialist, Applied Neuroscience & Brain Health along with being an NFHS Certified Interscholastic Coach. 95% of the summer players I have trained and coached have gone on to play in college and beyond. I am an active member of the ABCA, OHSBCA, NFHS, ISBS (International Society of Biomechanics in Sports) and the ABBS (American Baseball Biomechanics Society). Also a professional affiliate of the APA Division 47 (Society for Sport, Exercise and Performance Psychology). I am the founder of The Baseball Observer Digital Magazine, Directory & Training (thebaseballobserver.com) and 360 Peak Performance. I am in contact with both college coaches and MLB coaches and support staff. You can see more testimonies in the "About" secton on (concealed information)

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I also work with pitchers using the same methodology as I do with hitters. It's not all about mechanics that most pitching coaches teach (even the "top" instructors). Why? becasue like hitting, there are timing issues that have to be addressed first. It's these timing issues that are the actual source for the majority of mechanincal issues.

When working with a new student, I first ask what they want to get out of having lessons. I ask what they feel they need to work on. Then we do an assessment. From there we would discuss a brief plan for each lesson. As a student progresses, the lessons could change a bit. I encourage to always ask questions.

Players must master the basic movements before moving forward. If a player can’t master the simple movements, how are they going to manage more advanced movements?

This applies to both hitting and pitching instruction. Players always want more. Pitchers want the ‘good stuff’ and batters want to “crush” the ball. But sadly, most are struggling with the basics and don’t even realize it. Players and parents see symptoms (and most instructors) and think it’s the issue when it’s not. If you’re familiar with hitting and pitching mechanics at any level, you understand that the slightest change results in MAJOR changes later in their swing or delivery.

Make no mistake, this isn’t cookie cutter training. The hitting and pitching training provided are the keys to a player’s success because they are specifically designed, laser focused, to a player’s individual issue/ need. Sadly, most instruction that is offered out there have players do countless non-functional drills. Those 1,000’s of hitting and pitching drills only mess with a player’s mechanics, wastes time, money and never solves the actual issue.

The key to development is three part. First, it’s all about having the right information. Second, tailoring a program that is understandable and specific to a player’s strengths, weaknesses, baseball knowledge, mindset and development. (My philosophy to training is "No athlete is a clone and should not train that way"). Third, effort on the player’s part.

So, where do you go from here? Initially it requires you taking a step back from the traditional training mindset you've been led into believing is actually true and realize it’s much easier than the “experts” want you to believe. This training empowers players. It doesn’t make them dependent on a coach.

I have worked with players who were just starting out in baseball to top college players.

One size doesn’t fit all

Why are there so many hitting and pitching coaches but so few good hitters or pitchers?

Players go to a pitching or hitting coach for a real solution, not to be thrown into some “one size fits all” cookie-cutter program. The coach is copying from social media or using old, outdated trainings that have been done since the 1960’s or before. Of which, most of these trainings have no scientific backing. They are just theories and philosophies that have been blindly accepted throughout the years.

Here's how the story goes:

1. A player or parent looks for training

2. They look up local pitching or hitting training

3.Most coaches uses their playing career as credentials. (Never a good sign)

4. The player or parent thinks the coach must know what he's doing since he played or coached in college, the minor’s or was a pro. (Wrong)

5. "Pro" pitching or hitting coaches get their program mostly from how they were trained – perpetuating the old, outdated, “one size fits all” training methods. No thought or effort to tailor a program specific to your players abilities, physical or mental make-up. Since the majority of coaches force athletes into a single mold, the athlete doesn’t reach their full potential.

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Bethanie
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Perfect! Coach Helke is truly one of a kind. When we first came to him, we weren’t looking for a long-term coach—just someone who could help build confidence in a 12-year-old who had been deeply affected by negative experiences with past coaches. What we found was so much more than just a hitting instructor.

Coach Helke not only has the technical skills and baseball knowledge, but he also understands the emotional and mental side of the game. From day one, he made my son feel seen, heard, and encouraged. He teaches in a way that clicks—meeting my son exactly where he is and giving him the tools to grow, not just as a player, but as a person.

He’s patient, intentional, and always open to questions. He assigns helpful drills and “homework” my son can practice on his own, and he’s been flexible and accommodating with our schedule. He’s even taken the time to explain things to me, as a parent, so I can better support my son’s development.

After just two sessions, my son hit his first over-the-fence home run—something he’s dreamed about for years. But even more importantly, he’s found confidence, joy, and motivation again.

Coach Helke isn’t just an incredible coach—he’s an incredible human being. I’m so grateful we found him. We will continue working with him as long as he’s coaching, and I cannot recommend him enough. If you’re even considering booking with him—do it. You won’t regret it.
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Bethanie

Perfect! Coach Helke is truly one of a kind. When we first came to him, we weren’t looking for a long-term coach—just someone who could help build confidence in a 12-year-old who had been deeply affected by negative experiences with past coaches. What we found was so much more than just a hitting instructor.

Coach Helke not only has the technical skills and baseball knowledge, but he also understands the emotional and mental side of the game. From day one, he made my son feel seen, heard, and encouraged. He teaches in a way that clicks—meeting my son exactly where he is and giving him the tools to grow, not just as a player, but as a person.

He’s patient, intentional, and always open to questions. He assigns helpful drills and “homework” my son can practice on his own, and he’s been flexible and accommodating with our schedule. He’s even taken the time to explain things to me, as a parent, so I can better support my son’s development.

After just two sessions, my son hit his first over-the-fence home run—something he’s dreamed about for years. But even more importantly, he’s found confidence, joy, and motivation again.

Coach Helke isn’t just an incredible coach—he’s an incredible human being. I’m so grateful we found him. We will continue working with him as long as he’s coaching, and I cannot recommend him enough. If you’re even considering booking with him—do it. You won’t regret it.
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Donna
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Perfect! my grandson likes him very much. The coach was on time, spent time talking with my grandson about baseball. We are very happy with the coach
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Donna

Perfect! my grandson likes him very much. The coach was on time, spent time talking with my grandson about baseball. We are very happy with the coach
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Brittany

Matt Helke is a great teacher with great technique. He can easily catch the problems with bat swing and works well the students. Very pleased and my son is happy with his swing and hitting the ball hard.
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Brittany
Matt Helke is a great teacher with great technique. He can easily catch the problems with bat swing and works well the students. Very pleased and my son is happy with his swing and hitting the ball hard.
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Joe

Great teacher simplifies things for my son to understand, and we have seen great results. Would recomend to anyone. Thank you Coach Helke!!
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Joe
Great teacher simplifies things for my son to understand, and we have seen great results. Would recomend to anyone. Thank you Coach Helke!!
Robert

Coach Helke is very knowledgeable and professional. He possesses a great skill in communicating the drills to make the sessions enjoyable, yet disciplined.
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Robert
Coach Helke is very knowledgeable and professional. He possesses a great skill in communicating the drills to make the sessions enjoyable, yet disciplined.
Ashlea

Coach Helke is amazing! After the first lesson we already noticed improvement in my son’s hitting. He is patient and able to fully explain to my son at a level that he understands. Coach Helke provides words of encouragement and advice along with visual explanations. We have been lucky to find him as we enjoy how personable and thorough he is.
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Ashlea
Coach Helke is amazing! After the first lesson we already noticed improvement in my son’s hitting. He is patient and able to fully explain to my son at a level that he understands. Coach Helke provides words of encouragement and advice along with visual explanations. We have been lucky to find him as we enjoy how personable and thorough he is.
Tonia

Coach Matt Helke is extremely knowledgeable about all aspects of the game of baseball. He coached my son and has provided private instruction to him for the past two years. His passion for the game and excitement to share knowledge and pass that on to youth is refreshing. Matt also inspires his athletes to be leaders and he focuses on the mental aspect of the game as much as the physical skills - which is so very important. He is just an amazing person with such a talented disposition that makes him an amazing coach.
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Tonia
Coach Matt Helke is extremely knowledgeable about all aspects of the game of baseball. He coached my son and has provided private instruction to him for the past two years. His passion for the game and excitement to share knowledge and pass that on to youth is refreshing. Matt also inspires his athletes to be leaders and he focuses on the mental aspect of the game as much as the physical skills - which is so very important. He is just an amazing person with such a talented disposition that makes him an amazing coach.
Mike

Coach Helke is an excellent coach. He has coached my oldest son and is now coaching my youngest son. He explains his methods easily and is very patient during his instructions. He does this through various drills and videos. He is very positive and engaging during his instruction time. He provides quality information pertaining to all aspects of the game. He understands the game and has a passion for teaching that to my sons.
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Mike
Coach Helke is an excellent coach. He has coached my oldest son and is now coaching my youngest son. He explains his methods easily and is very patient during his instructions. He does this through various drills and videos. He is very positive and engaging during his instruction time. He provides quality information pertaining to all aspects of the game. He understands the game and has a passion for teaching that to my sons.
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