Learn Baseball with James
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💰$50 weekly lessons
Hi, I’m Coach James Kemp—a recent NCAA Division I baseball player and team captain at Iona University. I’m coming off my final collegiate season where I broke the Iona all-time RBI record, finishing my career as one of the most productive hitters in program history. Career Highlights: • Iona University All-Time RBI Record Holder – 2025 • Team Captain – 2024–2025 • All-MAAC First Team – 1st Baseman – 2025 • MAAC Player of the Week – March & May 2025 • MAAC All-Academic Team – 2020–2023 • Dean’s List – Iona University After years of competing at the highest level, I’m excited to pass on the knowledge, discipline, and mindset it takes to perform under pressure. Whether I’m working with young kids learning the basics or teenagers looking to level up, I bring intensity, patience, and structure to every session. My lessons focus on strong fundamentals, confident at-bats, defensive footwork, and real-time feedback. Most importantly, I create a positive, focused environment where players can grow, compete, and enjoy the game. Let’s get to work—I'll bring the experience, you bring the hustle.
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Teaches: Kids, Teenagers, Adults, Seniors
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Levels: Beginners, Intermediates, Experts
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Lives in: Newark, New Jersey
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Happy Student Score: 99
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Years Playing: Not specified
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Given: 5 lessons
Accomplishments
➕Iona 2025 Season: .365 Avg, 73h, 57 Rbis, 12 HR, 1.103 OPS
Reviews
Total reviews5
Average rating
5.0
Hudson S
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 6
“Other than telling me he beat you in a fly ball competition 20 times, he also told me “baseball is a game of failure and that its ok” that his team lost because he had fun. Thank you for being a great influence on him!”
Brandon P
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 3
“I dont think I ever hit the ball that hard in my life”
Sean S
Level: Expert•Lessons taken: 2
“A former teammate and can analyze a swing like no other”
New Rochelle Little League
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 1
“Thank you guys for coming out! The kids had so much fun as did we!”
Niko M
Level: Expert•Lessons taken: 1
“It was great and I feel as if im ready for our next game”
Locations
These are the locations I've set as being able to provide lessons:10 locations available
Riverbank Park Baseball Field
Newark
469.6 miles awayOutdoors
Central Park
79th Street, Brooklyn, NY, USA
476 miles awayOutdoors
Red Hook Baseball Field 9
825 Henry St
476.5 miles awayOutdoors
Roberto Clemente Baseball Field
450 Manila Ave
474.8 miles awayOutdoors
Baseball Diamond
Lincoln Pk
472.6 miles awayOutdoors
Lincoln Park Baseball Diamond #11
West Side
473.1 miles awayOutdoors
Lincoln Park West Baseball Field # 2
West Side
473.3 miles awayOutdoors
Joseph J. Jaroschak Field
200 Lincoln Hwy
471.2 miles awayOutdoors
Sissleman Baseball Field
Sissleman Field
466.5 miles awayOutdoors
James J Ferris High School Field
35 Colgate St
474.2 miles awayOutdoors
Availability
These are the times I've set as being available for lessons.sundays
8 AM - 8 PM
mondays
8 AM - 8 PM
tuesdays
8 AM - 8 PM
wednesdays
8 AM - 8 PM
thursdays
8 AM - 8 PM
fridays
8 AM - 8 PM
saturdays
8 AM - 8 PM
Beginner training plan
Your first lessonIntro to the field and positions-Grip and throwing mechanics-Partner Catch- Ground balls and proper catching form- Review & Homework
Lesson 11+Lessons 11+ would attack every weakness that the player has while also reinforcing the muscle memory on all of the good strides the player has made.
Lesson 4-10Lessons 4-10 would be curated based on the baseball players ability and how they are coming along.
Lesson 2-3Session 2: Warmup + Recap of last session. Reinforce throwing mechanics. Fielding footwork + Ground balls incorporated. Batting Stance Intro: Grip, posture, load. Review & Homework
Session 3: Warmup+ Recap. Infield drills (Depends) Batting: Tee drills, Hand path, and follow through. Review & Homework
Youth players
Working with kidsWorking with kids is all about creating a positive first experience with the game. I focus on making baseball fun, simple, and confidence-building. Whether it’s their first swing or their first ground ball, I use clear instruction, patience, and encouragement to help young players feel successful and excited to learn.
My lessons combine structure and fun—so kids stay focused while enjoying every minute. I break down fundamentals in a way they can understand, celebrate effort over perfection, and keep energy high throughout. Most importantly, I make sure every player leaves the field feeling proud of what they did and hungry to come back.
Working with teenagersWorking with teenagers is about more than just teaching skills—it's about building trust, respect, and helping them take ownership of their development. As a former Division I athlete and team captain, I know what it takes to connect with young players who are serious about improving but still finding their identity.
I focus on structure, accountability, and direct feedback. I won’t sugarcoat things—but I’ll always coach with purpose. My goal is to challenge each athlete, build their confidence, and give them tools they can use on and off the field. Teen athletes don’t need a babysitter—they need a coach who respects their effort and pushes them to their potential.
What you need to bringBat, Glove, Cleats/Turfs, and most importantly a coachable attitude ‼️
What I can bringBaseballs, Hitting Net, Bat Weights, Glove and bat if needed.
Frequently asked questions
Cancellation Policy
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If you need to cancel your lesson, no worries! You can get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours of making your booking. We want to make the process as hassle-free as possible for you.
And if you simply want to reschedule your lesson, change the date and time, or adjust the number of students joining, we've got you covered there too. You can easily make these changes within 24 hours of booking, and up to 72 hours before your lesson starts.
Our goal is to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free. So go ahead and book with confidence, knowing that we're here to accommodate your needs every step of the way!
If you need to cancel your lesson, no worries! You can get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours of making your booking. We want to make the process as hassle-free as possible for you.
And if you simply want to reschedule your lesson, change the date and time, or adjust the number of students joining, we've got you covered there too. You can easily make these changes within 24 hours of booking, and up to 72 hours before your lesson starts.
Our goal is to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free. So go ahead and book with confidence, knowing that we're here to accommodate your needs every step of the way!
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