• Gary Gaetti Junior Hip Hitter curved swing trainer on turf
  • Gary Gaetti Hip Hitter curved swing trainer with green grip and barrel on turf

Gary Gaetti Hip Hitter

$88.95
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Gary Gaetti Hip Hitter

$88.95

About the Gary Gaetti Hip Hitter

The Gary Gaetti Hip Hitter teaches hitters to turn the lower half and let the hips lead the swing. It was invented by former MLB third baseman and World Series champion Gary Gaetti, and its curved shape makes it hard to swing with the hands and arms alone. To move the trainer through the zone, the hitter has to rotate the hips and use the legs, which is where real power comes from.

Coaches call it a turn and burn tool. A few rounds with the Hip Hitter before batting practice gets players feeling a strong lower half turn, and that feeling carries over when they pick up a regular bat.

Choosing a Size

  • Junior: youth players up to high school
  • Medium: middle school players and older
  • Large: high school players and older

When a player is between sizes, choose the smaller size for younger or smaller hitters and the larger size for stronger players.

What It Trains

  • Hip rotation that starts the swing
  • Using the legs and lower half instead of an arm swing
  • Staying connected so the hands follow the turn
  • More power from proper sequencing

How to Use It

  • Dry swings: take slow, controlled swings and feel the hips pull the trainer around.
  • Rhythm sets: 10 to 15 swings at game tempo, rest, and repeat.
  • Warm-up before batting practice: a short set right before hitting so the turn feeling is fresh.
  • Pair with tee work: alternate Hip Hitter swings with tee swings to transfer the feeling to contact.

The Hip Hitter is a dry swing trainer. Do not hit balls with it.

Pairs Well With

Build a full swing station with the Mad Bat by Muhl, the Muhl Mini One Hand Trainer Bat for top and bottom hand work, an Advanced Skills Tee for contact, and a Power Bag for strength at impact.

Gary Gaetti Hip Hitter Specifications

  • Type: dry swing hip rotation trainer
  • Sizes: Junior, Medium, Large
  • Junior: youth up to high school
  • Medium: middle school and older
  • Large: high school and older
  • Use: dry swings only, indoor or outdoor

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hit balls with the Hip Hitter?

No. It is built for dry swings that teach the lower half to lead.

Who is Gary Gaetti?

Gaetti played 20 seasons in the major leagues, won the 1987 World Series and later coached hitting. He designed the Hip Hitter to teach hitters to turn the lower half.

Which size should I order?

Junior for youth up to high school, Medium for middle school and older, and Large for high school and older players.

Size: Junior, Medium, Large