Cleveland Guardians to Open First Training Center

New facility will provide advanced training and career pathways for athletes and students in Northeast Ohio.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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The Cleveland Guardians announced the opening of their first Guardians Training Center in late Spring 2026. The facility, a collaboration with Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C) and EL1 Sports, will be located on Tri-C's Western campus in Parma and offer year-round athletic training, classroom-to-career programs, and community-focused initiatives for baseball and softball players of all ages and skill levels.

Why it matters

The new Guardians Training Center represents the team's commitment to expanding access to baseball and softball development in Northeast Ohio. By partnering with an educational institution and a leading youth sports training organization, the Guardians aim to create a hub for both athletic training and career pathways in the sports industry.

The details

The Guardians Training Center will feature advanced technology and insights from Guardians players, coaches, and scouts to inform its training methods and player development programs. The facility will offer team trainings, clinics, and specialized lessons year-round, serving athletes of all ages, skill levels, and backgrounds.

  • The Guardians Training Center is scheduled to open in late Spring 2026.
  • The facility will begin operating year-round starting in Spring 2026.

The players

Cleveland Guardians

The professional baseball team based in Cleveland, Ohio.

Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C)

A community college system serving Northeast Ohio, which is partnering with the Guardians on the new training center.

EL1 Sports

The Proud Youth Baseball and Softball Training Partner of Major League Baseball and the Guardians, collaborating on the new facility.

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What’s next

The Guardians Training Center is scheduled to open in late Spring 2026 and begin year-round operations starting that same season.

The takeaway

The Guardians' investment in a state-of-the-art training facility, in partnership with local educational and sports organizations, demonstrates their commitment to developing talent and creating pathways for athletes and students in the Cleveland region to pursue careers in baseball, softball, and the broader sports industry.