Epic Academy-Sports Training

At Epic Sports Training and Fitness Academy, we are dedicated to enhancing and improving one's enjoyment of life through the development of a person's physical conditioning and athletic skills. Our state-of-the-art facility is conveniently located off of Valley Road in the heart of Stirling in Long Hill Township, and is equipped to provide a wide range of sports training and fitness programs for individuals of all ages and skill levels.

Our Team

Our team of experienced and friendly sports training and fitness professionals is lead by Richard Vaccaro, Owner and lead softball instructor. With over 20 years of experience in coaching fastpitch softball at the high school and college levels, Coach Vaccaro has a proven track record of success in developing the skills of his players. Heather Bergman, Fitness Director, heads the fitness program at Epic and is an Assistant Softball Coach at Montclair State University. John Bowerbank, Slap Hitting/Batting Instructor, is a former men's fastpitch softball slap hitter with 25 years of experience. Alex Hill, a former NCAA Division III pitcher, assists with Epic softball clinics and camps. Elena Scarano, a Westfield High School pitcher and current NCAA Division I Volleyball player at Loyola University in Baltimore, also assists with softball camps and clinics.

Our Philosophy

At Epic, we believe that a combination of proper sports technique and physical conditioning are paramount to becoming an athlete at all levels. That is why we focus on proper technique development and only employ the highest level skill trainers in developing athletes.

Our Services

We offer a wide range of sports training and fitness programs, including softball and baseball skills development, athletic conditioning, and personal training. Our highly trained coaches and trainers work one-on-one with athletes of all ages and skill levels to improve their skills and achieve their fitness goals.

Our Facilities

Our state-of-the-art facility is equipped with a small gym with padded walls, which can be used for athletic or exercise classes, or converted into hitting tunnels for batting or pitching practice. We also have a lounge area where family and friends can relax while their athletes receive instruction.

Visit Us

Join us at Epic Sports Training and Fitness Academy to see for yourself the wonderful opportunity we can provide to enhance and improve your life through sport and fitness.