TL;DR MADE is a wonderful program for our youth that goes above and beyond the basics by instilling good habits, discipline and a strong sense of respect among peers. Identifying the right coach can be challenging. Look no further than MADE, which has taught me that there is so much more to learn through the lens of baseball. 1. Good Habits. One of the first things that I noticed is the practice of players picking up after themselves, specifically the player in the "hole" needs to pickup the bat after a hit. These subtle lessons go a long way towards teaching good habits, which I believe is what makes MADE stand out over anything else. That is just one example, but you'll learn that MADE coaches are very invested in our players learning to develop this life lesson in many other ways. 2. Discipline. Don't show up late or you'll do pushups. May sound harsh but these kids knock it out and understand the importance of being on time. Tuck your shirt in; doesn't warrant pushups but does instill a sense of discipline to be neat and show up looking like a player. MADE coaches are not going to let subtle things slip, and that is exactly what we need in these times and in this town. 3. Respect. For one another and for coaches. From my (limited) experience as a bad news bears parent coach, this is the most challenging attribute to teach. MADE kids develop a bond and respect for one another that I've not seen anywhere else. Everyone is welcome and no matter what will get a pump by their fellow players. MADE coaches instill a diverse and inclusive environment by making sure that every player is treated with respect, no matter their skill level. In summary, if you have a little league player, then I encourage you to give this program a try. We are regulars at hustle ball and camps (a great option when school is out). I purposely did not single any coach out in my review because they are all great and deeply invested in our youth! See it for yourself. I often sit in the stands and watch my two boys getting MADE into good kids. One last thing worth noting is that I'm not looking for baseball scholarships. I'm looking for good role models and I found them at MADE. read more

I came to LA this summer from Phoenix with my 14 year old son who is going to be a freshman in high school for a couple weeks to visit family and enjoy a little summer vacation. I spoke with my son about trying to find a baseball camp and/or a private pitching instructor for him and he was all in. We've been a baseball family since he was in t-ball...he's very passionate about baseball and has expressed wanting to play in high school and college since he was 11 years old. I looked up local baseball camps and private instructors and was lucky enough to find Coach Isaac with MADE Baseball and decided to book a lesson with him for my son soon after we arrived. Coach Isaac responded immediately to my outreach and was very professional with me from day one. I feel very lucky to have met Coach Isaac and to have had my son introduced to his MADE message and philosophy. After the first private session we signed up my son up for Coach Isaac's indoor camp at StrikeZon and the rest is history. My son begged me to work with Isaac again, and he ended up doing 4 lessons and a 3 day camp in just 16 days in LA. Fast forward 3 months and my son is on fire. He works out everyday on his own with no insistence on my behalf, he has become noticeably more disciplined with his work ethic and practicing the drills Coach Isaac gave to him for not only pitching but hitting as well. He also loved the camp, and we plan to come back next summer and possibly over winter break to attend his camps as well. His mentorship and influence on my son have been monumental at this stage of his baseball path. Thanks Coach Isaac so much for your consistent communication with us and your ongoing advice any time I reach out to you. We will forever be #GettinMADE and will continue to work with you as long as my son wants to continue in the game of baseball. read more

I had the pleasure of working with Coach Isaac recently. I'm a man that has 30+ years of competitive tournament softball. Being old, worn down and no longer to effectively throw the ball, I've recently started playing 1st base which I have little experience in. Coach Isaac's knowledge of baseball and softball is truly impressive. He was able to provide me with an in-depth understanding of the mechanics and strategies specific to playing the position. From the very beginning, he took the time to assess my strengths and weaknesses, tailoring his instruction to meet my unique needs. His guidance not only helped me adjust my technique but also provided me with valuable insights on positioning, anticipation, and decision-making on the field. I recommend his coaching services to anyone seeking to improve their skills, regardless of age or experience level. Thank you, Coach Isaac, for your remarkable guidance. read more

We are so thankful that we found Coach Isaac and MADE in mid 2020! Our 7 year old son loves baseball and we wanted to send him to a few private lessons to work on his skills so we started training with Isaac. We really appreciated Isaac's approach from day 1 which is a mix of baseball skills and life skills. Isaac and his coaches teach the kids how to be solid baseball players and how to be responsible/thoughtful kids. There are a lot of teaching moments. We have done lessons, hustleball, and now our son is on the 8U Made team with coach Isaac & Kyle and we play 9 inning games against other SoCal teams every weekend! He is excited about baseball after every practice and game whether they've won or lost. We are doing the MADE baseball camp this summer as well. Thanks Isaac and Kyle for providing an awesome environment for these young kids to learn and grow. We see the results and improvement every week! read more

I don't normally leave yelp reviews but I found Isaac and his baseball program MADE Baseball on line and I am so happy to have him coaching my son! My son has been playing baseball since t-ball and is now 7 years old and starting to show a lot of love for the game so we decided we wanted to get him a private coach. I found Isaac and called and scheduled an intro session. Since then we have done 5 more sessions and my son is ecstatic about baseball and constantly asking when he gets to work with Isaac next! I catch him doing the drills he is learning around the house all the time now!! Not only that, Isaac talks to him about creating "champion" habits like doing pushups and taking care of himself. Priceless! Thank you Isaac! Can't wait until the next session! read more

Had a great lesson with coach KP. After a year of not playing baseball and only ever doing little league my 8 year old was really wanting to improve his baseball abilities this season. So I was so happy we found MADE. My son had a great time at the lesson, got to practice a lot of very helpful drills and walked away feeling happy and more confident with some skills to continue to practice. Loved the encouragement from the coach as well as the attention to detail and giving corrections in a positive helpful way. Most importantly my son had a great time. We just wish MADE had more Coaches down in the South Bay area. Thank you MADE, Coach KP and Coach Isaac we can't wait for more lessons or signing up for an awesome camp. read more

Coach Isaac brings his "A" game to the field every time he coaches our twin boys!! He turns baseball field #5 into Dodger Stadium the moment he starts with our kids!!! Coach Isaac shares his vast wisdom of years of experience as a professional baseball player himself. He makes it so much fun for the boys and also teaches them the discipline that is needed to become a professional baseball player. Since we started with Coach Isaac our boy's baseball skills have improved exponentially! After each lesson I leave the field thinking that I would like to take lessons from Coach Isaac myself. Unfortunately, I've passed my prime and there isn't a senior league at the moment.:) read more

I stumbled upon Made Baseball and Issac Hess and feel like I won the jackpot. Coach Issac is helping my son become a better baseball player not only physically but mentally. He teaches him how to be the best athlete (which I am already seeing in his games) but also teaching him respect and positive attitude. I love how Issac starts each lesson with a handshake and then gets down to business. When we get home from the field my son always asks me when is the next lesson with Coach Issac. He is exactly what we wanted when we were looking for that extra push for private coaching. read more

I don't write many reviews but felt compelled to share the great training and experience my eight year old son has had with MADE Baseball. He started training with Coach Isaac and Coach Kyle a little over a year ago and has grown tremendously as a player. The coaches at MADE teach the importance of good foundational technique and also instill the love and respect of the game of baseball and what it means to be good ball player. I would recommend the MADE team for all youth ballplayers, from beginners to those looking for more advanced training.j read more

MADE Baseball is a great organization to coach for. From the strong organizational support to the top tier group of coaches you get to work with, Coach Isaac works hard to position you to succeed as a coach. Lastly, MADE Baseball provides a great path for growth as a coach from its 1 on 1 lessons to the set of clinics and camps it runs. If you're an experienced coach looking to join a top flight organization or if you're a newer coach looking to get back into the game I couldn't recommend MADE Baseball more. read more

I cannot say enough wonderful things about MADE baseball!! This program is unlike any other program around. Coach Isaac not only focuses on the fundamentals of baseball but also teaching baseball IQ. All while having fun! We have seen such a difference in my son's development and love for the game. We are so thankful for all the hard work and energy Coach Isaac puts into the program. His energy and love for coaching is unmatched. I highly recommend checking this program out for your baseball player! read more

Coach Isaac has been working with my son for about a year. His workouts are focused, his instruction is awesome and the encouragement that he gives my son is priceless. Coach Isaac helped prepare my son for high school baseball, where he has excelled not only in his performance, but also his focus and love of the game! MADE baseball is all about teaching the fundamentals and developing the kids into their full potential. Shout out to Coach Isaac!! Let's gooooooo! read more

Isaac has consistently worked with our 8 year old son for the past few years. The results have been exponential - in focus, stats and baseball IQ on both his recreational and club teams. Even more than working with our son on hitting, fielding and pitching, he has taught him the invaluable lesson of working hard, showing up to play and how important attitude is in achieving results, and especially being a meaningful teammate. read more

We love MADE baseball! Coach Isaac is incredible with the kids - he brings extensive baseball knowledge and experience combined with a focus on mindset, motivation, good sportsmanship and all around positivity as a person! Our 12 yr old son has been doing group and individual lessons with him for several years and Coach Isaac has had a tremendous impact on him both on and off the field. Can't recommend MADE baseball enough! read more

My son AJ had his first one on one training with Coach Kyle and he loved it! Coach Kyle was amazing with him, genuine, and really took the time to explain things and teach him. His positive feedback along with his ability to break things down in a way for my son to understand really built his confidence and made him so excited and eager to learn more! Can't wait to continue using MADE baseball. 5 stars all the way! read more

MADE baseball has been a game changer for my son. He is not only increasing his baseball IQ during Hustle Ball classes, but he is also having fun. In addition to Hustle Ball, we have participated in MADE camps and have taken private lessons with Isaac. My son has elevated his game because he leaves his lessons with tangible and simple instructions to apply in game settings. We love the MADE program and Coach Isaac. read more

We love MADE Baseball!! This is the second summer my son 10-yr old son has attended camp and he loves to go everyday. He enjoys working on all his skills and playing the games. He talks about all the new kids he has met. For me the sign of a great camp is happy, dirty child who cant stop talking about his day at camp. The coaches are terrific and very supportive. We will be back for more next year!! read more

Coach Isaac is an outstanding coach! Our 8 year old has been going regularly and he's gotten so much better. He not only teaches great fundamentals he explains the game to them while they're playing hustle ball. He's great at teaching what they should be looking for and why they should make this type of play. Our son loves going and the results speak for how great the MADE program is! read more

I found Coach Isaac here on Yelp while looking for a local baseball professional to train my son and I am very pleased with his approach! He explained things clearly to my son and it was clear from the sidelines that my son was not only learning from his instruction but he was having fun as well. Thanks coach, glad we found you and looking forward to more sessions! read more