Youth Baseball Hitting Lessons in Westlake Village, Thousand Oaks, simi valley & Newbury Park

Private Baseball Instruction for Ages 6–11 with Kelly Kleinman

Families searching for the best youth baseball hitting coach in Westlake Village, Thousand Oaks, and Newbury Park turn to Coach Kelly Kleinman for professional-level hitting instruction, confidence building, and long-term baseball development for young players ages 6–11. HitTrax MLB hitting simulator available as well. Technology makes hitters better!

With more than 30 years of hitting instruction experience, Kelly specializes in helping young athletes develop strong baseball fundamentals, athletic swing mechanics, and a love for the game in a positive and encouraging learning environment.

Experienced Hitting Coach, MLB Draft Advisor & College Placement Mentor

Coach Kelly Kleinman brings a unique level of baseball knowledge and player development experience to every lesson. In addition to being a respected hitting instructor and recent player dev coach for the Chicago Cubs Scout team, Kelly also serves as an MLB Draft Advisor and has helped numerous high school baseball players navigate the path to college baseball opportunities.

Through his extensive network of college coaches built over years of hosting his baseball podcast, The Prospect Blueprint, Kelly has helped connect players with collegiate baseball programs across the country. He works closely with both American high school athletes and international Asian baseball players pursuing opportunities to play college baseball in the United States.

Parents appreciate that Kelly’s coaching philosophy goes beyond simply teaching mechanics — he helps players understand long-term baseball development, confidence, preparation, recruiting exposure, and what it takes to compete at higher levels of the game.

Baseball Hitting Lessons for Kids Ages 6–11

The early years of baseball development are critical. Young players learn best when instruction is positive, simple, and fundamentally sound. Kelly focuses on building proper habits early so players can:

  • Develop confidence at the plate

  • Improve hand-eye coordination

  • Learn proper swing mechanics

  • Build athletic movement patterns

  • Make more consistent contact

  • Enjoy baseball while improving quickly

These youth baseball lessons are ideal for:

  • Little League players

  • Beginning baseball players

  • Travel ball athletes

  • Club baseball players

  • Kids struggling with confidence hitting

  • Players wanting better swing consistency

Families throughout Westlake Village, Thousand Oaks, Newbury Park, and surrounding Conejo Valley communities seek out Kelly’s instruction because of his ability to connect with younger athletes while teaching advanced hitting concepts in an age-appropriate way.

The “A-Swing” Development Philosophy

One of the foundations of Kelly Kleinman’s instruction is helping players develop what he calls an “A-Swing” — a repeatable, athletic swing that gives hitters the best chance to succeed consistently in games.

Young hitters learn:

  • Proper stance and setup

  • Timing and rhythm

  • Bat path efficiency

  • Balance and posture

  • Lower-half movement

  • Barrel control

  • Confidence through repetition

Kelly believes confidence and enjoyment are essential to long-term success, especially for younger athletes.

Proven Baseball Development Experience

Kelly’s baseball development philosophy is reflected in the success of his own twin sons:

  • Casey Kleinman became a professional baseball player in Japan, Ranked the Toughest Hitter to Strikeout in D1, and was the 9th most efficient hitter in the nation 2025

  • Cato Kleinman earned honors including Preseason All-American, All-Pacific Region, All-Conference JUCO, and Division I baseball recognition

This same developmental system now helps young baseball players throughout Westlake Village, Thousand Oaks, and Newbury Park build stronger swings and greater confidence.

Why Parents Choose Kelly Kleinman

Parents across the Conejo Valley choose Kelly Kleinman because he combines:

  • 30+ years of hitting instruction experience

  • MLB Draft Advisor knowledge

  • College recruiting insight

  • Proven player development systems

  • Positive coaching methods

  • Confidence-building instruction

  • Youth-friendly teaching techniques

  • Long-term baseball mentorship

Kelly understands how to motivate younger players while helping families understand the bigger picture of baseball development.

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Build Confidence, Fundamentals & A Love for Baseball

The goal of every lesson is simple:
Help young players become more confident, fundamentally sound, and excited about baseball while building skills that can help them succeed for years to come.

If you are looking for experienced youth baseball hitting lessons in Westlake Village, Thousand Oaks, or Newbury Park, Coach Kelly Kleinman offers highly personalized instruction designed to help young athletes improve both on and off the field.

Contact today to schedule private youth baseball hitting lessons.

Book Coach Kelly at:

TEXT direct: 818-448-5915

OR Via D-BAT SIMI VALLEY: (805) 334-3228

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