Upper Class Sports
Upper Class Sports is a sports training organization based out of Orange County, California. Upper Class Sports is centered around helping young athletes gain knowledge, skills and fundamentals to prepare them for the next level. Our goal is to put athletes in the best environment to succeed. With top level training from current and former professional athletes, Upper Class Sports provides the best in sports training.
Head Skills Trainer
Coach Clayton is a former professional baseball player. He has been working with players of all age for over 10 years. His main goal is to bring out what is already inside of each player. He helps players unlock their full potential and reach their goals. His focus on the mental side of the game is what players and parents like the most. Yes, the physical side is important but the mental side allows the physical side to perform at its best.
Through trial and error in his own playing career, Clayton has been able to figure out techniques and philosophies that work for each individual player. He believes there is not one way to do it, whether hitting or pitching. He allows players the freedom to move how their bodies are meant to move. Each player has their own movement patterns, some are tight movers, some are loose movers. He spends time learning each player and figuring out the best course of action for each player that steps into his cage.
If you are looking for a coach that really cares for his players and wants to see them succeed as much as they want to succeed, then look no further.
There are many different ways to work with Coach Clayton, either in person or virtually. Either way, you'll be happy you did.
Here is what some parents have to say about their experience working with Coach Clayton:
Albert says:
"Coach Clayton is a passionate coach who loves the game. He currently coaches my 11 year old son who was struggling with pitching. My son has overall improved thanks to all the time and dedication Clayton has put into my son. Clayton has patience, great techniques, and really knows how to work with kids. My son always looks forward to his practices. I can't say enough about what a great coach and mentor he is to my son."
Cesar says:
"I have taken my 14 year old son to see Coach Clayton for pitching lessons and have seen the difference in just two sessions. You can tell that Coach Clayton enjoys what he does by seeing his motivation to teach. The most important thing about Coach Clayton is that he is very knowledgeable and is flexible with his schedule. I asked my son what he liked about Coach Clayton and he stated that it was his ability to explain things, his patience, and his positive feedback.
Sean says: "My son is 7 years old and he has been working with Coach Clayton for some time now on pitching and hitting. Coach Clayton has tremendous knowledge of the game and a great approach to teaching hitting and pitching mechanics, especially to younger players. What he has been able to do to help my son develop has been nothing short of amazing. Coach Clayton has a unique ability to not only teach baseball fundamentals but also instill a sense of work ethic all while having a ton of fun and passing on his love of baseball. My son can’t wait to see Coach Clayton and gets excited to work hard and get better every week. We feel very fortunate that we found Coach Clayton and this has been the best decision I have made as a dad for my son's development and growth in baseball. We hope to have a long relationship working with Coach Clayton and look forward to what the future has in store for our son."
Mike says: "Great coach for baseball lessons! My 9 year old son is taking batting, fielding and pitching lessons from Clayton. Clayton is patient and teaches the essential skills for my son to succeed in travel ball and little league."
Erik says: “I am writing this testimony on behalf of my son and I who have engaged Coach Clayton for pitching lessons during the past 6 mo. I have been amazed by the amount of growth and focus in my son’s ability to not only locate his pitches with proper technique, but also in adding new pitches to his arsenal. This has come through the instruction of Coach Clayton and the high level of expertise he brings to each lesson. No two lessons are ever the same and we learn something new every time. We have built a foundation that will take my son through his high school days and beyond hopefully.
What’s most important, is the increasing confidence my son has gained with each lesson. I would recommend Clayton and his overall approach to anyone interested in wanting to take their kid’s performance to the next level. He is passionate about pitching, loves working with us, and is a big step up from everyone we have tried.”
Through trial and error in his own playing career, Clayton has been able to figure out techniques and philosophies that work for each individual player. He believes there is not one way to do it, whether hitting or pitching. He allows players the freedom to move how their bodies are meant to move. Each player has their own movement patterns, some are tight movers, some are loose movers. He spends time learning each player and figuring out the best course of action for each player that steps into his cage.
If you are looking for a coach that really cares for his players and wants to see them succeed as much as they want to succeed, then look no further.
There are many different ways to work with Coach Clayton, either in person or virtually. Either way, you'll be happy you did.
Here is what some parents have to say about their experience working with Coach Clayton:
Albert says:
"Coach Clayton is a passionate coach who loves the game. He currently coaches my 11 year old son who was struggling with pitching. My son has overall improved thanks to all the time and dedication Clayton has put into my son. Clayton has patience, great techniques, and really knows how to work with kids. My son always looks forward to his practices. I can't say enough about what a great coach and mentor he is to my son."
Cesar says:
"I have taken my 14 year old son to see Coach Clayton for pitching lessons and have seen the difference in just two sessions. You can tell that Coach Clayton enjoys what he does by seeing his motivation to teach. The most important thing about Coach Clayton is that he is very knowledgeable and is flexible with his schedule. I asked my son what he liked about Coach Clayton and he stated that it was his ability to explain things, his patience, and his positive feedback.
Sean says: "My son is 7 years old and he has been working with Coach Clayton for some time now on pitching and hitting. Coach Clayton has tremendous knowledge of the game and a great approach to teaching hitting and pitching mechanics, especially to younger players. What he has been able to do to help my son develop has been nothing short of amazing. Coach Clayton has a unique ability to not only teach baseball fundamentals but also instill a sense of work ethic all while having a ton of fun and passing on his love of baseball. My son can’t wait to see Coach Clayton and gets excited to work hard and get better every week. We feel very fortunate that we found Coach Clayton and this has been the best decision I have made as a dad for my son's development and growth in baseball. We hope to have a long relationship working with Coach Clayton and look forward to what the future has in store for our son."
Mike says: "Great coach for baseball lessons! My 9 year old son is taking batting, fielding and pitching lessons from Clayton. Clayton is patient and teaches the essential skills for my son to succeed in travel ball and little league."
Erik says: “I am writing this testimony on behalf of my son and I who have engaged Coach Clayton for pitching lessons during the past 6 mo. I have been amazed by the amount of growth and focus in my son’s ability to not only locate his pitches with proper technique, but also in adding new pitches to his arsenal. This has come through the instruction of Coach Clayton and the high level of expertise he brings to each lesson. No two lessons are ever the same and we learn something new every time. We have built a foundation that will take my son through his high school days and beyond hopefully.
What’s most important, is the increasing confidence my son has gained with each lesson. I would recommend Clayton and his overall approach to anyone interested in wanting to take their kid’s performance to the next level. He is passionate about pitching, loves working with us, and is a big step up from everyone we have tried.”