Hitting
Balance Beam
Instructions
• Tee set up in front of the middle of the plate, balance beam placed where batter’s feet will go
• Hitter sets up even with the plate on the beam, while other partner puts a ball on the tee
• Hitter takes 5 half speed swings off of the tee to get more comfortable
• As the player becomes more comfortable, they should swing full speed
• Hitter should be focused on staying balanced throughout the entire swing and after the follow through
• Partners switch after 10 swings
At a Glance
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Duration 10 minutes
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Players 1-2 players
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Difficulty Intermediate
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Age Range 6-18 years
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Equipment Needed
- Tee
- Baseballs
- Net or screen to hit into
- 2x4” wooden beam (6 ft. long)
