Canyonside Baseball & Softball Academy

I can’t say enough good things about David Ring and Canyonside Baseball Academy. After my 8 year old struck out 5 of 6 times in his first two games, I tracked down Dave and brought my son in. Dave immediately figured out what was going on with my son’s swing, and within two lessons, my son did not strike out again all season (against a 40 mph pitching machine). We signed up for ten lessons, and my son continued to gain strength and confidence as a hitter. He ended up on his all-​star team at the end of the year, playing at the big end-​of-​year tournament. Dave is great with kids (and adults), approaching kids with the perfect demeanor to get children to perform at high levels without angst. We will absolutely be using Dave again during the season and off-​season.

We have been to Canyonside for a team batting practice and for their 3 day camp. The coaches are patient and skilled in their instruction and the kids LOVE it. Best part was after the three day camp when I asked my daughter if she learned anything she was able to articulate and demonstrate what she was doing wrong prior to camp, her new techniques for swinging and explained why this was going to help her hitting. They even got to meet an MLB player. Money Well Spent!

The owner and head instructor, Dave, is a former coach of mine and I was happy to learn he opened up his own batting cages in Miramar area. Dave’s place is great place to get hacks in. He has many types of bats to try out and a lot of different practice methods; you can use the tee, pitching machine, or even take live BP from Dave or one of his instructors. The place itself is very relaxing and unlike any other batting cage I’ve been to. Its very colorful and the walls are lined with cool sports memorabilia. Aside from that, the place has a great AC unit so it’s always cool and it’s also set up with a video game system and couches to relax if there’s down time or in between hitting rounds. I know Dave and his instructors run great camps as well for kids. I would highly recommend Canyonside baseball for overall hitting practice or for kids to learn fundamentals for baseball… Or if you just need a cool place to hang out and take some swings!

I brought my son to Canyonside a couple of years ago when he was in his first year of majors in little league. Through ¾ of the season, he had 2 hits. I asked the Dads of the kids who always seemed to make good contact who they went to and they all said Coach Dave at Canyonside. After a couple of lessons, my son started making good contact and was getting at least 1 hit a game.
My son is also a good pitcher. But he also hurt his arm because he had a natural side arm motion. After he recovered, I had to have him pitch a totally different way. Again, Coach Dave was there teach my son all the mechanics he needed.
My son has been going there for 3 years now, for both batting and pitching. He is now playing D1 travel ball. Dave gave my son the technical and mental skills to be successful.
He is heading off to high school ball, but we will keep going to Canyonside.
Coach Dave doesn’t baby the kids. If you want someone to always tell you kid, «Good Job,» go somewhere else. But if you want someone who will get results, I highly recommend Coach Dave and Canyonside.

Coach Ring is the swing guru!

Great experience!
More than I expected, great place with really helpful coaches that worked really well with my 7 year old.
Well worth it, highly recommended, and we will be going back soon!

Not only are these cages the REAL DEAL as far as pitching and hitting goes, including the REAL baseballs, but this place is fun to hang out at. They have created a real baseball feel where you can really practice and improve your game while making it a comfortable place to hang out/​wait for your turrn. When I have kids I will be bringing them to canyonside to start playing at a young age. David is extremely knowledgable about his cages and the sport, which is a HUGE benefit for anyone looking to improve their game. Good place, best I have been to in San Diego. Thanks.

I coach my son at MMYB and like most fathers who Coach. It is hard to get your own son to listen without screaming at them. It is always good to get outside help and David and Tom are outstanding. The rates are solid and my son is improving. Yes it is small, but if you plan ahead, you will get your time in. I also take my team there to use the cages when raining and David and Tom not only feed the balls in the machine, they give all my boys tips to improve. They are not clock watchers either and if they go a little over the time, they make sure the next group wating gets additional time. They have a small game room and a Wii set up to make even the grumpiest of kids happy while waiting there turn to use cage. I want them to succeed but I also don’t want them so busy that they cannot accomodate me and my selfish needs. Great Job CBSA. I have tried Sorrento, BB in Poway, and JP Longballs and CBSA is my fav! Great job Coach David!!!

Dave and Tom run a great cage in San Diego off Miramar rd where I go to throw BP to friends and hit 2 – 3 times a week and love the place. It feels real private and you can really get your work in and then hang out with them for awhile. Check it out and like the other post call for reservations. You will have a great time.