About Outsiders CrossFit in Sparks, MD

We Built our Gym
Around You

Outsiders CrossFit is our dream, built with you in mind. Our coaches are highly skilled professionals with top-tier communication skills and elite programming. Each coach brings a unique energy and skillset, but they all create a warm, welcoming atmosphere for beginners and experienced athletes alike.

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Elevated Customer Care
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ABOUT Outsiders CrossFit

This is Our Team

We are a group of committed full-time professional coaches, here to help you take your fitness and health to the next level. Through intelligent programming, encouraging instruction, and real-talk accountability, our coaches guide you from where you are to where you want to go.

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Our Coaches

Joe coach at Outsiders CrossFit

Joe

Owner & Coach

Certifications

CrossFit Level 3
Joe has been coaching since 2018 and has been part of Outsiders for the past six years, first serving as General Manager before becoming owner alongside his wife, Toni. Originally from Puerto Rico, Joe grew up playing baseball and developed a passion for competition, discipline, and personal growth that continues...

Certifications

CrossFit Level 3 (CF-L3)
USA Weightlifting Level 2 (USAW-L2)
Athletics and Fitness Association of America Certified Personal Trainer (AFAA-CPT)
The Knowledge Pro
CPR/AED
Gwen has been coaching fitness for more than 12 years and has been a part of the Outsiders community since 2019. As a CrossFit Coach and Olympic Weightlifting Coach, she brings a unique combination of coaching experience, competitive athletic achievement, and genuine passion for helping others succeed. A competitive Masters...
Gwen "Bubbles" coach at Outsiders CrossFit

Gwen “Bubbles”

Head CrossFit Coach, Olympic Weightlifting Coach
Patty coach at Outsiders CrossFit

Patty

Coach - CrossFit & THRIVE, Personal Trainer, Client Success Manager

Certifications

CrossFit Level 2
Coach Patty has been helping members build strength, confidence, and healthier lives at Outsiders since 2018. After experiencing firsthand how fitness helped her overcome osteoporosis, recover from a serious car accident, and develop confidence later in life, she became passionate about helping others discover what they’re capable of. Patty specializes...

Certifications

CrossFit Level 2
CPR/AED
doctor of law
Tyler has been part of the Outsiders community since 2020 and brings a passion for helping people build strength, confidence, and resilience. He especially enjoys working with beginners, former athletes, and anyone who may feel intimidated by fitness. Tyler believes fitness should help people push beyond their comfort zones and...
Tyler coach at Outsiders CrossFit

Tyler

Coach - CrossFit
Ashley coach at Outsiders CrossFit

Ashley

Coach - CrossFit

Certifications

CrossFit Level 2
Nationally Board Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Ashley has been a member of the CrossFit community since 2014 and brings a unique blend of coaching experience and healthcare expertise to every class. Her background in occupational therapy gives her a deep appreciation for how fitness improves not only performance, but also quality of life. Ashley is passionate...

Certifications

CrossFit Level 2
Wyatt brings a diverse athletic background that includes collegiate lacrosse, endurance racing, CrossFit, HYROX, triathlons, and ultramarathons. He is passionate about helping people build confidence, achieve their goals, and develop habits that set them up for long-term success. Wyatt especially enjoys coaching beginners, teens, former athletes, and anyone looking to...
Wyatt coach at Outsiders CrossFit

Wyatt

Coach - CrossFit
Morgan coach at Outsiders CrossFit

Morgan

Coach - CrossFit

Certifications

CrossFit Level 1
Morgan joined Outsiders in 2022 and began coaching in 2026 after experiencing the positive impact CrossFit had on her own life. She believes fitness should strengthen people physically, mentally, and emotionally while helping them build confidence that carries into every area of life. Morgan enjoys working with beginners, women, former...

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CrossFit Level 1
Hailey has been part of the Outsiders community since 2017 and began coaching after seeing firsthand how CrossFit shaped her own growth and confidence. Having competed in CrossFit since her teenage years, she is passionate about helping the next generation of athletes develop both physically and mentally. Hailey loves working...
Hailey coach at Outsiders CrossFit

Hailey

Coach - CrossFit, THRIVE, Youth
Cara coach at Outsiders CrossFit

Cara

Coach - CrossFit, THRIVE

Certifications

CrossFit Level 2
CPR/AED
Cara has been part of the Outsiders community since 2013 and has spent nearly a decade coaching CrossFit after years of teaching group fitness classes. A former collegiate athlete and competitive CrossFit athlete, she brings a wealth of experience and enthusiasm to every class she coaches. Cara loves helping beginners,...

Certifications

Bachelors in Kinesiology
CrossFit Level 1
CPR/AED
Sebastian’s connection to Outsiders started long before he became a coach. As a high school football player, he trained at Outsiders with his team and experienced firsthand the impact fitness and coaching can have on an athlete’s confidence and performance. Years later, he returned to the same gym as a...
Sebastian coach at Outsiders CrossFit

Sebastian

Personal Trainer, Coach - CrossFit & THRIVE, Sports Team Trainer
Haley coach at Outsiders CrossFit

Haley

Director of Operations, Coach - CrossFit & THRIVE, Youth Coach - Varsity, JV, Kids, Sports Team Training

Certifications

CrossFit Level 2
CrossFit Kids Certificate
Haley first joined Outsiders as a member in 2020 and began coaching in 2022 after discovering a new perspective on fitness through CrossFit. What started as a love for movement evolved into a passion for helping others build strength, confidence, and resilience both inside and outside the gym. With a...
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Members using rowing machines during a group fitness session at Outsiders CrossFit
Members completing an assault bike conditioning workout at Outsiders CrossFit
Members using rowing machines during a group fitness session at Outsiders CrossFit

Clean and Well-Maintained
Equipment is the Standard

At Outsiders CrossFit, we provide everything you need for effective, results-driven training. Our facility features Concept2 rowers, Echo Bikes, SkiErgs, barbells, dumbbells, kettlebells, pull-up rigs, and more. We take pride in maintaining a clean, organized training environment for every athlete.

Strength Training Equipment – Train with quality barbells, bumper plates, squat racks, pull-up rigs, dumbbells, kettlebells, and benches built for CrossFit.

HYROX & Cardio Equipment – Prepare for race day with Concept2 rowers, SkiErgs, Echo Bikes, sleds, sandbags, and functional fitness equipment designed to build endurance.

Recovery & Mobility Tools – Recover and move better with foam rollers, resistance bands, mobility tools, stretching areas, and equipment to support long-term fitness.

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A Facility Designed for
Performance & Community.

Outsiders CrossFit offers two dedicated group fitness training rooms, a separate strength training area, and clean locker rooms with showers. Our spacious facility allows for CrossFit, HYROX, personal training, and youth athlete development programs all under one roof, creating a unique fitness experience in Sparks, MD.

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Members performing dumbbell bent over row exercises during a workout at Outsiders CrossFit
Wide view of athletes training on the gym floor during a class at Outsiders CrossFit
Members performing dumbbell bent over row exercises during a workout at Outsiders CrossFit
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That’s Us.
Let’s Learn About You!

We’ve had a blast telling you a bit about ourselves. But this isn’t about us, it’s about you. Your journey, your goals, your results. So let’s get to know each other, set some life-changing but attainable goals, and welcome you to our supportive community.

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