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Facility Rentals

Attention Area Teams, Coaches and Organizations

Now booking

Fall 2024/Winter 2025

Are you looking for a place to hold effective team practices and training? The turf field can be used for a variety of sports including baseball, softball, soccer, lacrosse, and rugby.

Click the link below to inquire about team reservations.

Be sure to include the name of your team/organization, the number of weeks you are interested in reserving, as well as any specific days and times you would like to reserve. We will do our best to accommodate your preferences. Thank you for considering In The Grove Athletics for your teams’s activities.

**Schedule 10 or more half or full field reservations to receive an additional discount. Baseball and softball teams who make 10 or more reservations will also receive complimentary use of pitching machines during team practices**

Half Field Rental:

2,400 sq/ft with 2 retractable cages:

$55 – 60 min

$75 – 90 min

$95 – 120 min

Full Field Rental:

4,800 sq/ft with 4 retractable cages:

$110 – 60 min

$150 – 90 min

$190 – 120 min

Individual Batting Cage Rentals:

(4) Cages (80’x14’x14′)

30 min

$20 (without pitching machine)

$25 (with pitching machine)

60 min

$30 (without pitching machine)

$35 (with pitching machine)

*pitching machine only available in batting cage #4-pitching machine can be set-up for baseball or softball*

Batting Cage Rental Packages:

(Package Credits do not include the use of pitching machine)

(5) 60 min Cage Credits:

$135 (Savings of $15)

(10) 60 min Cage Credits:

$255 (Savings of $45)

Instruction:

Baseball and Softball: For all ages and skill levels

Instructors:

Coach Travis Jones

Coach Jones is originally from Fond du Lac, WI, where he grew up a multi-sport athlete, competing in hockey, football, basketball, golf, and baseball. Travis was raised by a father who played collegiate basketball at the age of 40, coached at the collegiate level, and was also a full-time official with the WIAA and NCAA. With this unique perspective, Travis learned at an early age that the quickest way to get an advantage in any sport, is to understand it better than your opponent. Over the past 25 years, Travis has held Head or Assistant Coaching roles in youth basketball, football, and baseball. Since 2016, Travis has been actively coaching in the Cottage Grove area. He has been the Head Coach of local league baseball teams in every division including T-Ball, Minors, Federals, Majors, and All-Stars. He has been the head coach for multiple programs offered through the Cottage Grove Recreation Department including Coach Pitch and Rookie Baseball. In addition, he has coached travel baseball from the 9U-13U level, and is currently the Head Coach for the 11U Cottage Grove Sluggers baseball team.

Coach Shawn Killebrew

Coach Killebrew draws from his 20+ years as a player and over a decade of coaching experience. As a collegiate baseball player and high school/club coach, Shawn provides extensive coaching experience that includes a strong passion and love of the game. He takes tremendous pride in helping young players reach their full potential. Coach Shawn began his high school coaching career for the Monona Grove Baseball program in 2019. In four seasons he coached all levels including JV2, JV, and Varsity. In 2023, Shawn was the Varsity Assistant Coach for the Monona Grove High School Softball Program. Shawn coaches at the club level for Storm Softball and has been a head softball coach for the Cottage Grove Recreation Department from 2015-present.

1:1 Hitting and Fielding Instruction

Individual Lessons:

30 Minute Session

Price: $30

60 Minute Session

Price: $60

Register/Login and schedule a lesson with one of our instructors today!

1:1 Lesson Packages

Thinking about multiple sessions? Our 1:1 Lesson Packages offer additional savings!

(4) 60 Minute Sessions

Price: $216

(6 ) 60 Minute Sessions

Price: $306

(10) 30 Minute Sessions

Price: $270

(When booking lessons online you must select appointment duration: 60 min if you purchased a package of 60 min credits. Must select appointment duration: 30 min if you purchased a package of 30 min credits-credits can be applied back to back)

Lesson Packages can be purchased below

Small Group Hitting and Fielding Instruction

Small group sessions are perfect for groups of 2-4 players.

Small Group Lessons:

60 Minute Sessions

Price Levels:

2 Players: $45/Player

3 Players: $40/Player

4 Players: $35/Player

Small groups who schedule 4 or more sessions will receive an additional 10% savings per player

Please fill out our Contact Form below to schedule a group lesson.

What We Offer:

– Customized Multi-Week Clinics: Focus on the specific areas where your group wants to improve.

–Flexible Instruction: Work with different instructors each session or stick with one for consistency.

-Skill Development: Hitting, fielding, building a routine, mental and physical preparation, on-field positioning, in-game strategies, and situational awareness.

Why Choose Us?

-Tailored Training: We build the training around your group’s unique needs.

Off-Season Focus: The best time to make adjustments and improvements to your mechanics.

Results: Let’s work together to help your players succeed.

Fall/Winter Weekly Classes

Weekly Classes Led by In The Grove Athletics Instructors

‘Lil Grovers: Coach Travis Jones

Intermediate and Advanced Hitting: Coach Shawn Killebrew and Coach Travis Jones

Open Booking —- $15 per class

Register Online (Click on the classes button)

Choose the dates/times you plan to attend

Spots per class are limited

Lil Grovers (Baseball and Softball)

Ages 6-8

‘Lil Grovers offers an immersive introduction to the fundamentals of the sport. Participants engage in skill building drills including hitting, throwing, fielding, and base running. Instructors focus on fostering fundamentals, teamwork, sportsmanship, and love for the game through fun drills and friendly competitions. The class provides a positive, supportive environment for all beginner players to develop their skills while developing a passion for the game.

Fridays: 4:30-5:30PM

Dates: 11/1, 11/8, 11/15, 11/22, 12/6, 12/13, 12/20

Intermediate Hitting (Baseball and Softball)

Ages 9-13

This class is designed for baseball and softball players looking to take their hitting skills to the next level. Geared towards players ages 9-13, our intermediate hitting class emphasizes the fundamentals of proper hitting mechanics while introducing more advanced techniques. Through a series of focused drills and stations, players will receive maximum repetitions to reinforce muscle memory and improve consistency at the plate.

Key Focus Areas:

• Developing a consistent swing path

• Enhancing hand-eye coordination

• Building bat speed and power

• Understanding pitch recognition and strike zone discipline

Whether you’re aiming to get more hits or drive the ball with more authority, this class will help you gain the confidence and skills needed for success.

Softball

Mondays: 6-7 PM

Dates: 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 12/2, 12/9, 12/16, 1/6, 1/13

Baseball

Wednesdays: 6-7PM

Dates: 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 12/4, 12/11, 12/18, 1/8, 1/15

Advanced Hitting (Baseball and Softball)

High School

Our advanced hitting class is tailored for high school baseball and softball players who are ready to refine their skills and prepare for a higher level of competition. This class focuses on high-intensity drills and station work designed to maximize repetitions and fine-tune every aspect of your swing. Players will work on advanced hitting techniques and mental approaches to improve performance under game conditions.