8 year old birthday party venue review…read more My son went to a birthday party here and I hung around while he played with friends. The space is a pretty bare boned gym facility. The kids had an area where 2 high school coaches led a sort of "obstacle course" relay and there was a room where they kicked soccer goals at a screen and collected points. They had a table set up and pizza delivered. All in all, it was pretty bare bones. The kids had fun, but all in, pretty basic. The did have about 10 boys, so it was at a group capacity, seemingly. From pics, potentially more engaging activities like batting, with maybe less kids? Overall, I'm not quite sure how much it cost, but it was solid. I wouldn't book for my kid who is more active and athletic than what was provided and felt a bit bored, but it could be more fun for those not as into sports but still wanting an active bday party venue indoors. To note: it was a cold day outside and super cold inside.

Have taken both of my grandsons there to work on their…read morebatting skills for Little League, and the experience has been great and very beneficial for both of them. Their current hitting instructor Amari (a professional ballplayer) is a wonderful guy who's formed a wonderful bond with both of them.

Came and tried to bat, but the owner or whoever was working this day was having an side personal…read moreconversation & told me and my friend to "wait" and had us sitting there for minutes when he should of been prioritizing customers, it felt very prejudice, WON'T BE COMING BACK HERE!

This was the closest batting cage I could find near me in the East Bay since Blue Skies in Pinole…read moreclosed. One token gives you 20 balls. If you buy 10 tokens for $30, they give you an extra 2 tokens! Time was well spent here and they have a variety of lob to fast pitch, softball & baseball. Giving this place 4 stars because one of the pitching machines seemed a little wompy, throwing pitches all over the place and not the strike zone even after adjusting. One of the softball machines was also out of order. Would definitely come back though!

I took my grandchildren, 10 year old twins (boy and girl) for softball hitting. The place is clean,…read morewell run and the staff is excellent.

Best place to go! You can really track your child's progress. The owner is very knowledgeable and…read morefriendly.

Just had a birthday for my 6 year old son today! We spoke to Ben to coordinate the details about 2…read moreweeks prior. He was super helpful and made the planning process easy. When we arrived today everything went as planned. The facility is clean, organized and the kids had the best day! They even gave out baseball cards to the kids and a ball for my sons friends to sign. We had a couple of kids who were intimidated at first and didn't want to join. We ended the day with everyone participating and having a day to remember! Thank you to the entire staff! Family friendly!

My son has been training here for the past three years, and I can't say enough about the incredible…read morecoaching staff. Every single coach he's worked with has been knowledgeable, encouraging, and truly invested in helping these kids grow--not just as athletes, but as young men. A huge special shout-out to Coach Tommy, whose dedication, patience, and commitment to every player's development has made such a lasting impact. He's pushed my son to reach new levels of confidence and skill while keeping the game fun and competitive. The facility itself is top-notch--always clean, well-organized, and equipped with the most up-to-date training gear. You can tell the entire staff takes pride in creating an environment where players can really thrive. Practice days are my son's favorite days of the week. Even on off days, he's begging me to head over just to be at the batting cages (and cannot beat that price honestly!) If you're looking for a place that builds both skill and character, South Bay Sports Training is the best in the Bay Area. Can't recommend it enough!

My 7yo has been working with Coach Tom for a while now and his swing improvement has been…read moreexponential! He connected with my son and they've formed a great relationship and seeing the growth week to week is incredible. My 13yo has been able to work with Tom as well and really does a great job helping him understand the mental aspect of the game along with the technical aspects of his swing. He's a very communicative coach on the field and the kids respond very positively to him even when providing constructive criticism.

We've been working with Coach Tom for a few months and he's simply the best! Not only is he always…read morepatient and giving great instructions in ways that my 8 year old boy can understand, he also know to keep the fun in the game by keeping encouraging good hits and sharing fun stories about baseball. Anyone can tell Tom's love for baseball and coaching the kids. My son has steadily improved after we came to the cage and loving the game more than ever!!

I don't get here as much as we should (we are a block away) but when we do we are never…read moredisappointed. The SEEDS package is a banger of a deal (5 SEEDS for $180) and each SEED gets you at least one hitting or skill hour or a sandlot game. Each of the coaches is soooo good with the younger ballers but can also adjust to older kids to get the most out of them.

They were so kind and accommodating with my son and his friend who are on the spectrum. We really…read moreenjoyed our experience here and can't wait to be back.

We have been going to the Pacifica cages for a few years now. We enjoy using the pitching machines…read moreand my son enjoys the summer and winter camps. His baseball confidence has improved tremendously. All of the staff members are very knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. It is very affordable. You get the most bang for your buck.

Hitting is hard. But hitting at Pacifica Cages is great, with L-screens, Tanner tees, a folding…read morechair, a bucket of real baseballs (!), and a 3 dial hack attack machine in every cage (except lane 4 for pitching). I play mens league ball and hit 4x/wk for a 100$/mo membership, which is about $6 PER HOUR!! It's a 15 min drive down scenic hwys 35 & 1 from me in the Sunset, and the cool air and scenery come in handy after reviewing my gawdawful swings on video sometimes... I've always been a mediocre hitter, but now I can finally get the reps I need to build some new muscle memory and start hitting better.

Keep kids off screens and make new friends! Indoor soccer is fast passed, exciting and year round…read more They have batting cages, too! The management does a great job organizing parties, camps and classes!

These one-star reviews criticizing how the employees look are absolutely diabolical and disgusting!…read moreThe managers and staff at East Bay Sports go above and beyond for their customers every single day. Anyone leaving those kinds of comments must've truly woken up on the wrong side of the bed to be that cruel and unfair. Let me explain why East Bay Sports deserves a five-star review. I've been bringing my son here since he could walk he started in the Little Kickers program and now, at age nine, plays in the soccer team division. We absolutely love indoor soccer, and this facility makes it such a great experience for families. The kids always have a blast, the field is consistently clean and safe, and the entire place has such a welcoming atmosphere. The owner, Chris, deserves special recognition. He's incredibly calm, patient, and professional even when parents get heated during games, coming up to him in his office raising their voices, he never raises his voice or loses his composure. You can tell he genuinely cares about the families and players who come here. This is a family-run establishment and the only indoor soccer facility in the area, which makes it such a valuable part of our community. Beyond soccer, they also offer batting cages (which are a ton of fun!) and host birthday parties that kids love. Whether your child is a toddler just learning to kick a ball or an older kid who's ready for league play, there's a perfect spot for everyone. You don't need to be a pro you just need to want to play, learn, and have fun. With so many classes and programs to choose from, I highly recommend East Bay Sports for any family looking for a positive, active, and inclusive environment.

Coach Mike is really awesome. He works with each kid with a lot of detailed care and feedback, and…read moremy child has improved so much with him. But aside from teaching technique and skill, Coach Mike instills confidence, leadership and character in the kids. He coaches the whole person and the it is such a great environment for the kids to learn to aspire to excellence, put in great effort in an environment that promotes best effort and excellence and good character. All around a wonderful program for kids.

From the owner: Based on Bay Farm Island, Ballerz Academy is Alameda’s go-to spot for baseball and softball…read moretraining. We offer private instruction, group classes, and cage rentals for players of all ages. Our competitive travel ball teams serve boys ages 8–12, with year-round programs built to develop strong fundamentals, game IQ, and confidence.