FAQs

Do I have to be a member to use the facility?

BASH is a membership facility. However, we encourage guests to try our facility at any time. Guests pay $60 for an hour (includes City of Chicago 9% amusement tax) for a cage or training area. To see the benefits of membership click the membership tab above.

If I join does my membership allow me to bring friends or players from a team?

No. All memberships are for individual or family use only. Friends can come as your guests for $15 each, and stay as long as you use the facility. If you wish to bring players from your team, you must schedule a team practice. Your membership gets you 5% off the price of cage rentals for the team.

Do we bring our own softballs/baseballs?

No. We have the equipment you need including balls, protective screens, hitting tees and bases.

Do we need to reserve a cage in advance?

Only Members can reserve a cage in advance. However, Guests can call and reserve a cage on the day you wish to use the cage, which we highly recommend.

How old should my child be to take private lessons?

Of course, that depends on your child, but typically, we don’t start kids until they are 7 years old. Until that age, most kids’ mental focus and physical coordination are not developed enough to make private lessons worthwhile.

How do I set up a regular practice day and time for my team?

If your team wants to do multiple training sessions at BASH, please call us at (773) 588-2274. These must be set up and paid for in advance and are based on availability.