Certified Strength and Player Development

“Helping empower athletes of all ages maximize their full potential”

“Growth, development, and positive change that can significantly transform in-game performance levels”

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About Our Company

Located in Nazareth Pennsylvania, Up the Ranks Performance is known for providing high quality year-round baseball and softball instruction, certified skill development services and personal athletic training to the Lehigh Valley and surrounding areas. Ranging from strength and conditioning, speed and agility, nutrition plans, private instruction, group training, summer camps, winter workouts and more. The focus here is simple: Help our athletes OPTIMIZE their PEAK performance!

Up the Ranks Performance was founded on the core principle of always putting the athletes first. We support our local communities, schools, and sports organizations through expert coaching, trustworthy communication, and the demand of athletic excellence.

Our primary mission is to provide players of all ages and skill levels with the tools required to advance their techniques and maximize overall potential. We believe in positive reinforcement and creating atmospheres where every player and their families can feel comfortable and have fun while learning. Through systematic and priority-based training, players will learn proper mechanics, develop muscular efficiency, mature and build relationships, improve mental toughness, showcase talents, maintain competitive edge, and experience an unprecedented level of success both on-and-off the playing field.

Training Philosophies

Client-Centered Approach

Up the Ranks Performance tailors its programs to fit the strengths, weaknesses, and unique preferences of each athlete, allowing them to accomplish their primary needs and goals. This individualized attention and personalized workout plan ensures that athletes can progress at their own pace, identify good and bad habits, and are able to track their development accordingly.

Holistic Development

Up the Ranks Performance adopts a holistic approach towards player development. In addition to technical skills, we focus on improving an athlete’s physical fitness, mental and emotional preparation, and overall IQ levels, putting them in a position to be the most-well rounded and successful athlete as possible.

Modern Techniques and Baseball Specific Technology

Up the Ranks Performance incorporates cutting-edge technology such as video analysis, biomechanical assessments, and additional performance measurables to track progress and provide more objective feedback to all of their athletes and sports teams.

Recovery and Injury Prevention

Up the Ranks Performance prioritizes the importance of muscular recovery, mobility, body maintenance, and injury prevention exercises in a balanced training program.

Mind-Muscle Connection

Up the Ranks Performance emphasizes the mental focus and intentional engagement of specific muscle groups during exercises and training drills to improve results and generate a better understanding of how to use your body more efficiently as a baseball player.