Business Details
Your Premier Sports Training and Fitness Destination in Stirling, NJ
Epic Sports Training & Fitness Academy was founded to empower athletes of all ages through comprehensive physical conditioning and specialized sports skill development. Our facility in Stirling, New Jersey, offers a versatile training environment with padded walls for athletic classes and convertible hitting tunnels for baseball and softball practice. Our team of seasoned instructors brings decades of experience coaching at collegiate and high school levels, with proven success in developing NCAA All-Americans and state-champion athletes. We prioritize proper technique and employ certified professionals who specialize in softball pitching, batting, and fitness training. Our philosophy integrates sports technique with physical conditioning to maximize athletic performance at every level.The academy features a family-friendly lounge for spectators and operates extended hours to accommodate diverse schedules. With a focus on personalized instruction and community engagement, we serve local athletes through clinics, camps, and year-round training programs. Our staff includes former collegiate athletes and coaches who bring real-world expertise to every training session. The facility's strategic location near Valley Road provides easy access for residents of Long Hill Township and surrounding areas. Through a combination of technical mastery and physical development, we help athletes achieve their full potential while fostering a lifelong passion for sports.
Services
Softball Training
Baseball Skills
Fitness Programs
Agility Training
Sports Camps
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of experience coaching NCAA All-American pitchers
- Our facility converts between fitness training and batting practice spaces
- We employ former collegiate athletes with proven player development success
- Family lounge available during training sessions
- Flexible hours with evening and weekend availability
Services
Softball Training
Our softball training programs focus on pitching mechanics, batting techniques, and defensive skills. Led by former collegiate coaches and players, we offer personalized instruction for athletes from elementary through college levels. The program has produced multiple All-State and NCAA All-American pitchers while maintaining a strong emphasis on proper technique development.
Baseball Skills
Baseball skill development includes specialized pitching instruction and batting techniques. Our instructors have 25+ years of experience teaching semi-pro and youth athletes, focusing on mechanics and performance enhancement. The program combines technical training with physical conditioning to maximize player development outcomes.
Fitness Programs
Our fitness programs integrate sports-specific conditioning with general physical development. Designed by certified exercise science professionals, these programs enhance athletic performance while reducing injury risk. The facility includes dedicated spaces for strength training, agility drills, and functional fitness workouts.
Agility Training
Agility training focuses on improving speed, coordination, and movement efficiency for athletes. Led by college-level fitness directors, these sessions incorporate sport-specific drills and performance metrics. The program benefits athletes across multiple disciplines by enhancing their overall athletic capabilities.
Sports Camps
Seasonal sports camps provide intensive training in softball and baseball fundamentals. These programs feature instruction from former collegiate athletes and current university coaches. Camps include specialized tracks for pitchers, catchers, and position players with curriculum developed through years of competitive coaching experience.
People
Richard Vaccaro
Owner
Former semi-pro fastpitch pitcher with 20+ years coaching experience. Developed multiple NCAA All-American pitchers and specializes in softball mechanics instruction.
Heather Bergman
Fitness Director
Physical Education graduate with collegiate coaching experience. Leads fitness programs and agility training while serving as assistant softball coach at Montclair State University.
John Bowerbank
Slap Hitting Instructor
25-year semi-pro fastpitch veteran specializing in slap hitting techniques. Provides instruction for athletes from middle school through college levels.
Alex Hill
Pitching Coach
Three-time NCAA DIII All-American pitcher with extensive clinic instruction experience. Holds four NJAC Pitcher of the Year awards and mentors developing pitchers.
Elena Scarano
Clinic Assistant
Former high school All-County pitcher and Union County Player of the Year. Now competes at NCAA Division I level while assisting with summer training programs.
Questions
What sports training services do you offer?
We specialize in softball and baseball training with programs for pitching, batting, and defensive skills. Our services also include fitness conditioning and agility training.
What are your facility hours?
We operate Monday-Friday 7am-9pm, Saturdays 8am-8pm, and Sundays 1pm-9pm. Appointments are recommended for specialized training sessions.
What experience do your coaches have?
Our staff includes former collegiate athletes and coaches with NCAA championship experience. Instructors have developed multiple All-American and All-State athletes.
Do you offer group training sessions?
Yes, we provide group clinics and seasonal camps while maintaining personalized instruction focus. Facility includes convertible spaces for different training formats.
Is your facility accessible for spectators?
We have a dedicated lounge area for family members to observe training sessions comfortably during their athletes' instruction periods.
