our approach
baseball is best taught by those who've lived it.
At Dodgers Training Academy, every instructor has competed at collegiate or professional levels—not because credentials matter for their own sake, but because lived experience transforms how athletes learn. When young players train under instructors who’ve navigated the same journey they aspire to follow, instruction becomes mentorship. Technical expertise becomes relatable. And development becomes personal.
This belief shapes everything we do, from how we hire our professional instruction team to how we structure every training session. Our R.E.I. framework—Relationship, Environment, and Information—is how we bring this philosophy to life, ensuring every athlete receives instruction that’s not just technically sound but developmentally appropriate and personally meaningful.
THE R.E.I. FRAMEWORK
relationship
The Foundation of Development
environment
Freedom to Grow Without Fear
We believe that environment is a major contributor for growing or crushing a player’s love for the game. Athletes don’t fear failure—they fear the judgment that follows it, both from others and themselves. At Dodgers Training Academy, we create training spaces where players feel safe to try unfamiliar movements, make mistakes, and work through the awkward phases that growth requires. When athletes train without worrying about looking foolish or disappointing someone, they take the risks necessary to improve. This judgment-free environment allows each player to perform to the best of their current ability, focus on their individual progression, and develop genuine confidence rather than performing for approval.
information
Relevant, Age-Appropriate Instruction
our core principals
R.E.I. is our Instructional methodology. These core beliefs shape every decision we make—from who we hire as instructors to how we partner with local leagues to how we price our programs. They ensure our approach remains athlete-centered, accessible, and community-focused.
Our small instructor-to-player ratios (typically 1:6) deliver personalized attention and feedback within energetic group environments. Athletes receive individual corrections like private lessons while benefiting from the motivation, camaraderie, and competitive spirit of training alongside peers.
We emphasize growth, character, and love of the game over wins, rankings, or producing pros. Our focus on the development journey—meeting athletes where they are and supporting their progress “on the field and in life”—creates lasting impact that extends far beyond baseball.
