About
Compton Youth Academy offers baseball and softball instruction through open workouts. It also includes an educational component that aids students in the classroom.
Programs
- Baseball and softball instruction — Fundamental instruction through open workouts; educational component aids students in the classroom.
About the provider
Founded in 2006, Compton Youth Academy is Major League Baseball's first Urban Youth Academy. Its mission is to set the standard for baseball and softball instruction, teach and educate in Urban America, and enhance the quality of life in the surrounding communities. The program says it aims to make meaningful contributions to the development of urban communities, provide safe and organized recreational activities for urban youth, and prepare urban high school players for college and professional baseball and softball programs.
Registration is free. A $25 donation is kindly asked for each child when first registering for a program at the Academy; the donation is optional. Absolutely no pets are allowed at the Academy. Anyone parking on campus must display a valid Compton College parking permit; $3.00 daily permits may be purchased at automated stations. Office address: 901 E. Artesia Blvd., Compton, CA 90221. Office is located on the Compton College campus, behind the football bleachers.
Last updated October 8, 2026.
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