BASEBALL - MARTIAL ARTS - FITNESS TRAINING
baseball
Testimonials
- "Coach Chuck is a coaching guru! His Yakyu-do (Way of Baseball) philosophy is one-of-a-kind and straight out of Miyagi-do karate. In fact, he uniquely combines decades of his own black belt level karate knowledge and baseball coaching experience. Rather than teach a lot of technical terms and get your kid thinking of a zillion things to tweak the baseball swing, Coach Chuck simplifies it into one word - movement. Like a karate form or a classical dancer, he instills perfection of the movement over and over, thereby increasing chances of success at the plate. Coach Chuck and his method is unlike anyone out there trying to help your kid make it at any level of baseball, and I've seen plenty of wannabe coaching experts during my multi-sport college and fatherhood tenure. He is so good it pains me to share this testimonial and his expertise with the world. I want his attention focused solely on my kid, and you will too!"
Matt Brzica - U13 travel baseball parent
- "Thank you for all you have done for youth baseball in Williamson County. You have really helped Aiden with his hitting and more importantly, his love for the game of baseball - and his attitude in general." - Drew Napier
- “We won the State USSSA tournament today. Sam also got tournament MVP. Pitched entire game earlier today to get us to championship. In championship game, he hit the game winning hit... tons of fun. Thanks for doing what you do. Coaching kids/teens is definitely part of your wheel house”. - Jason Allen
- "Chuck, we will really miss you. You have done such a great job with Clay. You have been much more that a coach to him, and we appreciate it. It's been an unforgettable experience being part of Chuck's Gym" - Rocky & Mel Edmundson
- "Thank you so much for being a mentor and encourager for our boys over the years... much appreciated and excited for everyone's future... coach, student, and parents!" - Brent Ullig
- "So glad we met you in Bell Buckle to get Cole lessons from you!!! Cole is great at baseball and best of all you helped him become a better kid. "- Mark Alltop
- "Chuck has an understanding of youth sports that is rarely seen anymore. His high level training in martial arts makes it so he teaches the correct mechanics by way of understanding their body movements. The connection Chuck has made with my children is one of the most rewarding things I have witnessed in their sports journey so far. The habitual training Chuck has given my boys will stay with them for many years to come." - Sarah Trudell
- "You have made such an impression on our boys and been such a great influence on all of us! You are truly amazing!" - Kelly Wooldridge
- "Coach Chuck broke down the mechanics of a good baseball swing into small elements that were easy to understand and execute, and offered me guidance on how to reinforce the techniques at home. Both my son and I were able to improve our knowledge of proper mechanics, and my son was able to immediately apply what we've learned in the lessons. Coach Chuck's methods are demanding but low-pressure. I appreciate that approach as it kept the sport fun." - Nate Prey
- "Chuck is a wealth of baseball knowledge and takes his time every practice session to make it meaningful. Clay is learning baseball skills more quickly with Chuck's coaching. The progress is amazing!" - Mel Edmundson
fitness
Women's circuit training (click on picture)
Women's circuit training (click on picture)
Women's circuit training (click on picture)
Circuit training is a great way to lose weight, build and tone muscle and get a cardio workout without getting bored.
Testimonials
Kickboxing/Self-Defense (click on picture)
Women's circuit training (click on picture)
Women's circuit training (click on picture)
Chucks Gym Boxing Circuit training is a great way for anyone to get in shape. No experience is required to begin. You will learn as you go and at your own pace, gradually working toward your goal of becoming fit and staying fit for a healthier life.
Youth Circuit Training
Women's circuit training (click on picture)
Youth Circuit Training
Signed copy of Chuck's book
How to Play Baseball
$14.99
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This is more than a book about baseball. It's also a philosophical book in which the qualities necessary to achieve excellence in baseball become a metaphor for all areas of life --GARRY SHANDLING
"I wish every parent with young people participating in sports would have this book in their home."
--JIM RANTZ, Minnesota Twins / Former Director of Minor League Operations
Chuck Schumacher's longtime training in martial arts has resulted in an expert understanding of movements of the body and discipline of the mind. He has become known for his ability to work with young athletes to achieve skill and develop character. The mainstay of his teaching and writing has been to educate parents and coaches to play their role correctly so kids can enjoy the process of skill development while learning life lessons.
About Us
About School
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Chuck's Gym, located at Battle Ground Academy in Franklin Tennessee, is a unique training facility providing quality instruction in baseball, martial arts and fitness training. Whether you are a baseball student, karate student, or fitness client, we believe that learning the correct physical movements necessary for success are only part of the equation. We understand the importance of strong values, self esteem, and social skills. Our students become physically fit while learning the proper mechanics, along with confidence, courtesy, discipline, and respect. The end result is the ability to control themselves both physically and mentally. With a strong background in martial arts and coaching baseball, head instructor Chuck Schumacher has also put great value on learning the skill of teaching, and is dedicated to the progress and growth of his students, young and old.
About Instructor
- Coach & Sensei Chuck Schumacher grew up in Northern Minnesota and moved to Los Angeles in the mid-70's. Chucks initial training in the martial arts was in the discipline of Kung Fu in 1973. His teacher at that time was Phillip Rivers, a native of New Zealand. It was after moving to Los Angeles in 1977 that he met and was taught by Sensei Bob Ozman in the Isshinryu system of Karate and Sensei Ozman's own unique system of Ozmanryu. Two of Sensei Ozman's top students, Johnny Atkinson and Kenn Firestone have also played a significant role in Chucks development over the years. From these great instructors, Chuck was taught the values and techniques of the martial arts without compromise, earning the degree of black belt in 1986. Moving to Franklin, TN in 1990, Chuck decided to follow his childhood love of baseball and started coaching when his son started playing at the age of 6. This eventually lead to teaching the art of hitting. As each year passed, it became more apparent how important the mental part of the game was to achieving full potential. During his 20 years as a youth baseball coach, Coach Chuck began using his martial arts training to teach baseball players the value of self control. Using proper focusing techniques such as breathing and keeping a still mind, free from thought, students and players began developing to their full potential. It also became apparent to Chuck what an important role parents and coaches played in helping young athletes develop in the areas of attitude, effort, self control and respect. If the adults failed in these crucial areas, so did the kids. This truth has lead Chuck Schumacher to the writing of the book, How to Play Baseball: A Parent's Role in Their Child's Journey, released in July of 2014, and available on Amazon.com. The book documents Chucks long journey through youth baseball, the lessons learned through self examination as a youth coach and parent, and advice, anecdotes and truths about our role as adults in the lives of young athletes. By combining the philosophy of strengthening the mind through self-discipline, fitness, and awareness with the great challenge of becoming a successful hitter or earning the degree of black belt, many students at Chucks Gym are realizing their full potential as a ballplayer, Karateka, and most importantly, as a person.
- Chuck currently lives in Hermosa Beach, California where he continues to teach martial arts, baseball, and is a personal fitness trainer.