Hello Pitchers, Parents and Coaches!

Hello Pitchers, Parents and Coaches! Hope you enjoyed your summer! I ve really enjoyed all the updates and pictures that many of you sent me, and the opportunity to watch several of you compete this summer. It s great to see all your hard work paying off! I m really excited to get the 2016-17 Pitcher s Training Programs started in all my locations throughout Iowa and in middle Tennessee! I look forward to working with many of you again and with several of you for the first time this year. I have many new things planned for this year s lesson program that will challenge you and push you to be the best you can be! Below is the application for this year s training program. Please print out the entire application packet and read the instructions before completing the application. Once you complete the application, MAIL it and your deposit to the address listed. The application deadline is SEPTEMBER 16 th, 2016. If you get your application in by that date, I will do all that I can to find a class for you. Make sure to include a cell phone & e-mail address that you check on a regular basis, as this is how I will be notifying you of class time. I anticipate that some of the sites will have a waiting list, so return your application as soon as possible. If you have the flexibility to attend a different site if your first choice of location is full, please indicate that on the application. Should your first choice of location fill up, you will be immediately considered for the other location in the order your application was received. This year I will be teaching in Murfreesboro, TN on Sundays; Fort Dodge, IA on Mondays; Grinnell, IA on Tuesdays; Ames, IA on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays; Des Moines, IA on Saturdays* and Williamsburg, IA on Sundays* (*Two Saturday dates in Williamsburg & two Sunday dates in Des Moines scheduled due to facility conflict, see exact lesson dates at the end of this packet). A portion of the training program consists of classroom sessions and there will be NO pitching during these classes. These sessions will focus on some of the mental aspects of pitching: goal setting, pitcher/catcher communication, pitching with confidence, establishing routines during practice and competition, dealing with adversity, hitter weaknesses, pitch calling, etc. This is the best format to cover this type of information with you so that we are able to devote enough time to these very important areas of your game. If you are taking lessons in the Tennessee location, these classroom sessions will be incorporated into a portion of one of your 2-hour scheduled lessons. Iowa pitchers will sign-up to attend their classroom sessions outside of their regular lesson time on a date/location that best fits their schedule. A list of all lesson dates/locations can be found on the last page of this packet. If you have questions about what is covered in lessons, make sure to read the information on the training opportunities and FAQ pages of my website. This will explain the format of lessons and answer some of the questions you may have about the program. All pitchers will receive an equipment bag at the first lesson with an indoor ball, a jump rope and some other items that will be used during workouts. The only required equipment you will need to purchase for lessons is a Spin Right Spinner and a set of Arm-Pro Bands (green or red). You can order spinners at www.clubk.com and Arm-Pro Bands at http://armprobands.com/armpro-bands/. Make sure to use the coupon code: Breakthrew15 to receive a 15% discount on the bands. I am so ready to get started again! I think you will enjoy what this training season has to offer. If you have any questions, you can reach me via text at 615-642-4274 or by email at myndie@breakthrewfastpitch.com. Make sure to add my email address to your contact list to avoid emails getting sent to spam or bulk mail. I hope to see many of you soon! Myndie Berka, BreakThrew Fastpitch Owner/Instructor

2016-17 Application Instructions and Guidelines BreakThrew Fastpitch Pitcher s Training Program In order to make the scheduling process more efficient and effective, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES CAREFULLY BEFORE FILLING OUT YOUR APPLICATION. All payment information on the application must be completely filled out and signed before submitting the application. Applications that are incomplete and/or filled out incorrectly will NOT be considered. All applications must be completed, along with a $125 deposit, and received by September 16, 2016. Every attempt will be made to accommodate all pitchers with applications received by this deadline. Applications received after September 16, 2016 will be accepted ONLY if there are class times still available! Make checks payable to: BreakThrew Fastpitch and return your application and deposit to: PO Box 330696, Murfreesboro, TN 37133. Please be as open as possible with your requests for class times. This allows the pitcher to be placed in a class that is most appropriate for her. Please DO NOT call for class times! You will be notified by text or email regarding your class time at least 1 week prior to your first class. If you are planning to carpool with other pitchers, please list all pitchers you are coming with at the top of the application somewhere and I will do the best I can to schedule you all in class together or back to back. All pitchers will need to bring their own catchers. Team catchers are the best option for this and STRONGLY recommended, however, catchers can be parents or teammates if necessary. Any non-adult catcher MUST bring a mask to wear and must sign a release form. Your deposit will be retained in the event a pitcher is given a class time, the class time is accepted, and the pitcher fails to attend. Any pitcher who does not get an assigned class will receive a complete refund. All pitchers must have the following equipment to bring to each class: 1. A 1 or 1.5 3-ring presentation binder with a clear pocket on the front and back covers. This will be used as a practice log. 2. An indoor softball (you will get this at your first lesson) 3. A Spin Right Spinner. Spin Right Spinners can be purchased on-line at www.clubk.com. 4. Arm-Pro Bands (green or red). These can be purchased at: http://armprobands.com/armpro-bands/ Make sure to use the coupon code: Breakthrew15 to receive a 15% discount on the bands. Addresses for all training locations as well as the DATES for each site are included at the end of this packet! Please realize that make-up lessons are NOT guaranteed! Make sure that there won t be too many conflicts with the scheduled dates BEFORE signing up for lessons! REMEMBER: RETURN your registration/payment forms quickly! They must be received by September 16, 2016. INCLUDE: $125.00 deposit (checks or money orders payable to BreakThrew Fastpitch) or authorize full payment via credit/debit card. MAIL TO: BreakThrew Fastpitch, PO Box 330696, Murfreesboro, TN 37133. If you have questions, contact: myndie@breakthrewfastpitch.com or text 615-642-4274.

Date Deposit_ Method_ Returner / New Pitcher 2016-2017 Pitcher s Training Program Application Office use only!! First Name Middle Last_ Birthdate Grade Age Address_ City_ State Zip Cell Phone # s T-shirt size: YM YL AS AM AL AXL E-mail (IMPORTANT! This is how you will receive workouts and other important news!) School attending Parent s names What size indoor ball do you need? 11 12 How did you find out about the BreakThrew Fastpitch Training Program? _ Day/Time Selections: Please mark ALL time slots and locations you would be available for a lesson. The time slots are 1-3 hour blocks. If you mark that slot it means you could attend a lesson anytime within that time slot. Indicate at least a 1 st, 2 nd & 3 rd choice. Be as open as possible with requests so that I can get you in a class of similar skill and/or age! The class size will be no more than 5 girls in my 1-hour classes (IA) and no more than 6 girls in my 2-hour classes (TN). I will do my best to schedule your lesson within one of the time slots you mark! Sunday at Rockvale Elementary, Murfreesboro, TN: 8-10 am 10 noon 12-2 pm 2-4 pm 4-6 pm 6-8 pm Monday at Softball Connection, Fort Dodge, IA: 4-5 pm 5-7 pm after 7 pm Tuesday at Grinnell Athletic & Rec Center, Grinnell, IA: 4-5 pm 5-7 pm after 7 pm Wednesday at 3T s All-Star Sports Academy in Ames, IA: 4-5 pm 5-7 pm after 7 pm Thursday at 3T s All-Star Sports Academy in Ames, IA: 4-5 pm 5-7 pm after 7 pm Friday at 3T s All-Star Sports Academy in Ames, IA: 4-5 pm 5-7 pm after 7 pm Saturday: at Grand View University, Des Moines, IA: 8-11 am 11-2 pm 2-4 pm 4-6 pm after 6 pm Sunday at Mary Welsh Elementary, Williamsburg, IA: 8-11 am 11-2 pm 2-4 pm 4-6 pm after 6 pm If you want to be considered in more than one location, please specify that as well. For example, if all the Des Moines time slots are filled with returning students and you would be open to an Ames class, please indicate that so you will be considered for a spot there in the order your application was received. If you only mark 1 location and it fills, you will be placed on a waiting list and NOT considered in other locations. Pitcher s Name Age

Please select which payment method you prefer: Full Amount Credit/Debit Card Full Amount Cash, Money Order or Check Payable to: BreakThrew Fastpitch 2 Credit/Debit Card Payments There will be a $35 charge for any returned check or returned payment. Please make sure to notify me of new credit card expiration dates if necessary during the year. If you have 2 athletes (sisters) participating in lessons, there will be a $20 discount for each athlete. 2016-17 Pitcher s Training Program Costs Lesson program cost $625 Sibling discount (for families with 2 or more girls enrolling) - $ 20 Less Deposit Paid ($125 needs to be sent with the application) - Add processing fee if doing 2 credit/debit card payments + $ 20 Total Balance divided by 2 payments TOTAL FOR 2 PAYMENTS Payment Information: Credit Card Clients: MasterCard Visa Credit Card Number: 3-digit code: Exp. Date Name on Card: I do hereby authorize Myndie Berka/BreakThrew Fastpitch (BTF) to initiate 2 payments of $ against my credit/debit card as shown above if my daughter is accepted into the program. I further understand and do hereby authorize that these payments/account withdrawals will take place November 1, 2016 and January 1, 2017. I do hereby authorize Myndie Berka/BreakThrew Fastpitch to initiate a one-time entry of $ against my bank or credit card as shown above to cover the entire cost owed for my child s participation if my daughter is accepted into the program. I will pay the balance of $ with a check, cash or money order to cover the entire cost owed for my child s participation if my daughter is accepted into the program. Cardholder Signature Date

2016-17 Pitcher s Training Program Locations and Dates Murfreesboro, TN Sunday Lessons: Rockvale Elementary School, 6550 TN-99, Rockvale, TN 37153. Sunday Lesson Dates (2-hour classes): 11/13, 12/4, 1/8, 1/29, 2/19, 3/5, 3/19 Classroom Sessions: Will be incorporated in to the 2-hour lessons Fort Dodge, IA Monday Lessons: Softball Connection, 1 North 20 th Street, Fort Dodge, IA. Monday Lesson Dates (1-hour classes): 10/24, 11/7, 11/28, 12/19, 1/16, 1/23, 2/6, 2/13, 3/13, 4/10, 4/17, 5/1 *Classroom Sessions: Classroom 1 11/3 (Thurs) Classroom 2 1/27 (Fri) Grinnell, IA Tuesday Lessons: Grinnell Athletic & Rec Center, 1500 Penrose St, Grinnell, IA 50112 Tuesday Lesson Dates (1-hour classes): 10/25, 11/8, 11/29, 12/20, 1/17, 1/24, 2/7, 2/14, 3/7, 4/11, 4/18, 5/2 *Classroom Sessions: Classroom 1 see other Iowa locations Classroom 2 see other Iowa locations Ames, IA Wednesday, Thursday and Friday Lessons: 3T s All-Star Sports Academy, 57044 241 st Street, Ames, IA. Wednesday Lesson Dates (1-hour classes): 10/26, 11/9, 11/30, 12/14, 1/11, 1/18, 2/8, 2/15, 3/8, 4/12, 4/19, 5/3 Thursday Lesson Dates (1-hour classes): 10/27, 11/10, 12/1, 12/15, 1/12, 1/19, 2/9, 2/16, 3/9, 4/13, 4/20, 5/4 Friday Lesson Dates (1-hour classes): 10/21, 10/28, 12/2, 12/16, 1/13, 1/20, 2/10, 2/17, 3/10, 4/14, 4/21, 5/5 *Classroom Sessions: Classroom 1 see other Iowa locations Classroom 2 see other Iowa locations Des Moines, IA Saturday Lessons: Grand View University Wellness Center, 1500 Morton Avenue, Des Moines, IA. Saturday Lesson Dates (1-hour classes): 10/22, 10/29, 11/26, 12/17, 1/14, 1/21, 2/5 (Sun), 2/11, 3/12 (Sun), 4/15, 4/22, 5/6 *Classroom Sessions: Classroom 1 11/2 (Wed) Classroom 2 1/25 (Wed) Williamsburg, IA Sunday Lessons: Mary Welsh Elementary School, 2383 Raider Drive, Williamsburg, IA. Sunday Lesson Dates (1-hour classes): 10/23, 10/30, 11/27, 12/18, 1/15, 1/22, 2/4 (Sat), 2/12, 3/11 (Sat), 4/9, 4/23, 5/7 *Classroom Sessions: Classroom 1 11/1 (Tues) Classroom 2 1/26 (Thurs) *If a classroom session date listed under the lesson location you are signing up for will not work you (or is not available like in Ames/Grinnell), you will have the option to sign up to attend that class at any of the other lesson locations. Exact times for each of the classroom sessions will be set up as the dates get a little closer.