/ Diamond Baseball & Fitness
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Sport: Multi Sport
Location: Owen Sound, ON, Canada
Expertise: Baseball, Fitness Training
Diamond Baseball & Fitness is Owen Sound’s premier destination for baseball development and athletic performance training. Founded by lifelong athlete and coach Ryan Bartley, Diamond Baseball & Fitness is built on one core belief:
“Let them play. Let them fall in love with the game.”
Whether you’re a young athlete just starting out, a competitive player chasing championships, or someone looking to elevate your overall fitness — Diamond Baseball & Fitness provides the opportunity, structure, and mentorship to help you succeed.
Meet the Founder: Ryan Bartley
Owner | Coach | Trainer
Born and raised in Owen Sound, Ryan Bartley’s life has been shaped by baseball and sport. His journey began in the Owen Sound Minor Baseball system and quickly expanded into high-level competitive play across Ontario and the United States.
Playing Career Highlights
• Premier Baseball League of Ontario – Welland Renegades
• NJCAA Division II – Baltimore City Community College
• Two-way player
• Selected to NJCAA Region 20 All-Star Team (2005)
• Intercounty Baseball League – Stratford Nationals
• 20-year veteran of the North Dufferin Baseball League (NDBL)
Championships & Achievements
• 3 Provincial Championships
• Jr “D” (2005)
• Sr “B” (2010)
• Sr “AA” (2015)
• 4 NDBL Championships
• 2008, 2015, 2016, 2024
• Founder & Manager – Owen Sound Baysox Sr Team
• 2024 NDBL Champions
• Named Western Ontario Baseball’s Team of the Year (2024)
Ryan continues to live the game daily — competing, managing, and mentoring — embodying his “Live to Play” philosophy.
Coaching & Training Experience
Ryan’s impact extends far beyond his playing career.
Baseball Development
• Youth coach with Owen Sound Minor Baseball
• Player development specialist
• Team building and leadership mentor
• Founder of the Owen Sound Baysox Sr Team (2022)
Athletic Performance & Fitness
• 6+ years training athletes and general fitness clients
• Experience with:
• SportMakers Fitness
• GoodLife Fitness
• Private Personal Training
Ryan has trained:
• Youth athletes
• Competitive baseball players
• Multi-sport athletes
• General fitness clients seeking strength, mobility, and performance improvements
Our Philosophy: “Live to Play”
At Diamond Baseball & Fitness, we believe:
• Love for the game comes first.
• Performance grows from passion.
• Fun fuels development.
• Opportunity creates confidence.
• Hard work builds character.
Ryan’s approach is simple but powerful:
Give people the opportunity to fall in love with sport and fitness — and they will thrive.
What We Offer
Baseball Development
• Skill-specific training (hitting, pitching, fielding)
• Two-way player development
• Team training sessions
• High-performance prep programs
• Off-season development plans
• Championship-level mentorship
Strength & Conditioning
• Baseball-specific strength programs
• Youth athletic development
• Speed, agility & explosiveness training
• Injury prevention & mobility work
• General fitness transformation programs
• Private and small group training
High-Level Performance Training
For athletes serious about competing at elite levels, Diamond Baseball & Fitness delivers professional-caliber programming rooted in real playing experience and championship culture.
Why Diamond Baseball & Fitness?
Real playing experience at collegiate and elite league levels
Championship pedigree
Proven leadership and team-building success
Deep community roots in Owen Sound
Passion-driven coaching
Athlete-first philosophy
Development for all levels — from beginner to elite
Our Mission
To provide as many people as possible with the opportunity to fall in love with baseball and fitness.
And for those ready to compete at the highest level?
Diamond Baseball & Fitness is where you want to be.