Padres Baseball and Softball Camps

Baseball Camps

The San Diego Padres offer a series of baseball summer camps that enrich the lives of children through exceptional instruction, character development and a unique Major League experience that creates lasting memories. Padres Baseball Camps are offered Monday to Friday from 9 AM – 3 PM throughout the San Diego area. For specific dates and locations, please click "Dates & Locations" below. Camp tuition is $675 per week of camp instruction and includes:

  • Visit from a Padres alumni, coach, or current player
  • Autograph from a current Padres player
  • Full Padres uniform featuring a Nike jersey
  • 5 Days of professional instruction, games, and competitions
  • 2 Free Vouchers for select regular season Padres home games* (*Subject to restrictions and availability*)

Net proceeds from the Padres Baseball Camp program benefit the Padres Foundation and support the club's youth baseball and softball outreach efforts.

To speak with a member of the Padres Baseball Camps staff, call 619-213-1600 or email us at [email protected].

Padres Baseball Camps features five action-packed days of individualized instruction, marquee competitions, and special events. Each day of Padres Camp features a personal character theme, teaching campers lessons on the diamond that they can utilize off the field to become more outstanding young men and women.

Each morning, Padres Camps coaches provide campers with individualized tips and tools for improvement during our "Train and Compete" stations. The structure of these stations allows campers to immediately apply the skills they have learned to an exciting competition where prizes are on the line. Campers' opportunities to improve their skillsets continue each afternoon during the weeklong World Series Tournament. During these tournament games, coaches utilize teachable moments to help each camper develop their game even further.

In addition to the "Train and Compete" stations and World Series Tournament, the Padres Camp curriculum is loaded with unforgettable events and experiences, including:

  • Home Run Derby
  • Gold Glove Competition
  • Silver Spikes Competition
  • Camp-Wide Opening Day Ceremonies
  • Division-Wide All-Star Games
  • Team Skills Competition
  • Daily Awards Ceremonies
  • Custom Camp Trading Pin & Sticker Awards + Giveaways

Our Coaches

Padres Baseball Camps hires only the highest caliber professional educators and instructors. All coaches go through an extensive screening process that includes interviews, background checks and multiple training sessions. Our team consists of educators who have a passion for working with children, teaching the fundamentals of the game and ensuring a safe and positive experience for each of our campers.

Why We "Coach-Pitch"

Simply put, coach pitching makes for a better camp experience for your player. Why? Kids get more swings on better pitches. More swings equal more contact. More contact means more smiles. Technically speaking, our coaches can tailor their pitching approach to meet the current needs of your player. Coaches can better pitch-to-contact, emphasizing inside pitches, outside pitches, etc. to help maximize the number and quality of at-bats at camp. In addition, coach-pitching keeps campers involved on defense, protects pitch counts for your player's outside team and increases the safety factor of the overall camp experience.

Why We "Train With Contests"

Our campers share the common goals of improving as baseball players, having fun and making lifelong memories at Padres Baseball Camps. With that in mind, our morning curriculum replaces traditional drills with engaging contests. During these competitions, campers get to implement the lessons they learn at camp immediately into an exciting format. With over 30 morning competitions, we show campers the fun that is inherent in the game of baseball, and our campers get immediate feedback on their form through the teachable moments in every event. With this model, our campers:

  • Stay engaged throughout the camp day, maximizing their time at camp
  • Learn the importance of being supportive teammates
  • Receive immediate positive feedback for proper technique
  • Become accustomed to applying their skills to a competition
  • Improve their ability to work towards larger goals
  • Make more memories and have more stories to share with their families at the end of each day
  • Fall in love with the game of baseball faster and deeper than ever before

What are people saying about Padres Baseball Camps?

"This was a great week of instructional baseball with a fun group of kids and coaches!! I will highly recommend this camp to all of our little league parents!"

"This camp was amazing! The coaches and everyone involved were great. Our son learned a lot, had a great time, all in a positive environment. We look forward to this being an annual camp for our son. Thank you!"

"My great nephew had a wonderful time. He felt his skills improved, he met friends, had terrific support and gained expertise from the coaches and truly enjoyed the game. We couldn't ask for more. I loved taking him every day and felt very comfortable that I was leaving him in a nurturing, teaching environment. I thank you sincerely!"

"Our son came home more enthusiastic about baseball every day. All the coaches were outstanding in introducing him to the sport. He had a great time and learned a lot of the game's fundamentals."

Q: How much does Padres Baseball Camp cost?

A: Cost of camp for five (5) days of instruction is $675.

Q: What are the camp hours?

A: Camp operates from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Monday-Friday

Q: What is the camper age range?

A: Padres Baseball Camps are offered for boys and girls ages 4-12.

Q: What should my child bring to camp?

A: Campers should wear their Padres Camps uniform and bring a baseball glove, clearly marked lunch, sunscreen, and water bottle. Additional baseball gear is optional (bat, helmet, cleats).

Q: Do Padres Baseball Camps provide lunch?

A: Lunch is not provided. Campers need to bring a lunch with them each day.

Q: How are campers grouped?

A: All campers are divided by age and skill level.

Q: Do Padres Baseball Camps have a trainer on staff?

A: Yes, a medically certified trainer is on-site the entire camp day.

Q: Can I request that my camper be placed on the same team with another camper?

A: Yes, we allow one teammate request per camper.

Q: Do Padres Baseball Camps offer Extended Care?

A: Early Care is available starting at 7:30 AM at all camp locations, the cost is $50/week.

Q: How do Padres Baseball Camps accommodate children with allergies?

A: Safety is a cornerstone of our camp program. We have detailed safety procedures regarding allergies, and each of our staff members is trained on how to identify an allergic reaction and how to make use of an EpiPen. Each camper's coach is made aware of all allergies on his/her team. Also, each camper with allergies is given a wristband to identify them during lunch hours and throughout camp.

Q: What is the cancellation and change policy?

A: All camp tuition and extended care is non-refundable. We do offer camp credit that can be used towards a future camp session or transferred to another family.

Q: How do Padres Baseball Camps benefit the Padres Foundation?

A: Net proceeds from the Padres Baseball Camps will benefit the Padres Foundation and support the club's youth baseball and softball outreach efforts. Learn more about the Padres Foundation.

Q: Are Padres Baseball Camps open to boys and girls?

A: Yes, both boys and girls are welcome at Padres Baseball Camps. We also offer Padres Softball Camps for girls ages 6-13.

Q: Do you offer refunds?

A: No, we have a strict no refund policy, similar to tickets for a game, this camp is non-refundable. But you can save credit for a future year, or transfer to a friend.

Q: My question isn't answered here, who has the answers?

A: Please call 619-213-1600 and one of our Customer Experience team members will be happy to answer any of your questions!

Have questions? Call our camp office anytime at 619-213-1600 or email us at [email protected].


Softball Camps

Designed for girls ages 6-13, our experienced softball coaching staff offers top-notch instruction in hitting, fielding, and baserunning, and provides training in every position.

Each camper receives age-appropriate coaching, promoting progression at their own pace with an emphasis on fundamentals and keeping the game fun.

Camps run from 9 AM – 3 PM and tuition is $675 for the five days which includes:

  • Visit from a current or alumni Padres player or coach
  • Autograph from a current Padres player
  • Full Padres uniform featuring a Nike jersey
  • 5 Days of professional instruction, games, and competitions
  • 2 Free Vouchers for select regular season Padres home games*

*Subject to restrictions and availability

Have any questions? Please contact our camp office via phone 619-213-1600 or email [email protected].