Best Gym near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

I agree with the reviewer who said this gym is not good for less serious students, who just end up getting shuffled around with the older kids. Almost every time i observed the class, the younger kids were playing by themselves to the side and completely unengaged by the teachers. When I brought this up to staff, they somewhat condescendingly told me it was probably because my daughter just wasn't interested in gymnastics. We used to do Gymkhana, though- my daughter loved it and was always excited to show us what she had learned. We thought we would try premier because it was much closer to our house, but I'd definitely recommend Gymkhana if you are looking for teachers who are good with preschool/kindergarten age children.

My daughter has been attending Premier for gymnastics since she was 3 years old. She absolutely loves it there! They have wonderful coaches who take the times to work with the girls and always encourage them. My daughter gets a chance to see some of the older girls working out at the same time as her, and I think it motivates her to try even harder to achieve the same level as them, one day. Barb, in the front office, is always extremely helpful to the parents and the girls. I can’t say enough good things about Premier. I look forward to many more years to come!

Would not recommend to ANYONE that is not interested in competitive gymnastics or cheerleading. Signed my 6 year old daughter up for her first year of recreational gymnastics...cannot watch her class, cancelled two classes that I paid for WITHOUT providing advance notice. When it occurred the second time, I made a comment and the girl working said "Well, it's not MY fault!" During my daughter's gymnastics classes the instructors are bored and playing on their phones, or are busy watching the girls that are involved in the competitive side practice. The younger girls just get shuffled around the gym to stay out of the way of the bigger girls that are practicing for competitive. Wouldn't go back there for anything. Will pay the extra $75 to get my daughter into a quality gym that values all of their students, not just the ones that are winning the trophies.

Top notch coaching staff!! You as a student will be challenged to your peak performance, and then excel past that. You can also book a private party for an open gym experience as well. An absolute must! Love this place

Had a good time. They offer good programs for both male and female children of all ages. Premier Gym takes great individual nterest in all who participate in activities here.

We recently hosted a birthday party at Iron City Ninja, and it was a blast! The staff was helpful, guiding the kids through different Ninja Warrior-style obstacles and keeping them engaged and excited. Not to mention the games of tag, the most entertaining part in my opinion! By the end of the party, the kids were thrilled and exhausted from all the activity. It was a memorable and energetic experience, and we’d definitely recommend Iron City Ninja for an unforgettable birthday celebration!

My daughter started here in 2021 with camp. Then she moved to the team and started competing in competitions. She's gained strength and confident with this spot and with this coaching staff! They are wonderful ❤️

This was such a cute little hole in the wall place for a small birthday party. There are a bunch of different things to do and your child will definitely be exhausted after playing! The staff is super friendly as well.

Awesome ninja gym with great coaches. I started here as a newbie just over a year ago and with their help my skills have grown and I'm entering competitions. This is a great place for all ages. Whether you want to compete or just have some fun and play around, this is the place. Lots of fun! It was a great new experience for me and I've met some awesome friends as well. Check this place out!

We took our grandson and at first he was a little intimidated but after they showed him a few things he loved it. We will be joining for the fall winter sessions! Lots of fun!!!!

Outstanding local gym! Clean. No nonsense, no foolishness, no drama, and a great selection of equipment that you will (probably) never have to wait in line for. You will find friendly people inside who are serious about fitness. Skip the chains and go to lifeforce.

Awesome gym feels like the last of the true havens for lifting. Day passes for 10$ perfect. I use this gym Everytime I am in town. Leave LA fitness alone, don't go to planet fitness just come here. Everyone is kind, accepting and just concerned with lifting.

This is a great true gym which is run by a genuinely knowledgeable and amiable family. It has all the equipment you could need for whatever lifting you want to do, including an aerobic room with a heavy bag.

Visited this gym about a year ago for a membership inquiry. While I did not tour this small facility, it struck me as a weightlifters' gym with a preference for men. Too much testosterone there for me.

One of the BEST gyms I've had the pleasure working out at and constantly renewing my membership. Great folks greet you at the front desk as you come in. Members are awesome. Equipment is great. Owners, Tracy and Jeff, been in business for decades. There's a good reason for that. Great gym!

My wife and I made a reservation to enjoy a couples massage. This family run business provided a great experience. Both Shannon (professional athlete)and Anna are fantastic massage therapists. The atmosphere was inviting, welcoming and cozy! Our bodies have never been treated so right! Btw, their no nonsense gym looks very well equipped and amazing. Thank you guys! 😊 We’ll definitely be back!

Anna and Alonzo were absolutely amazing! It was my boyfriend and I’s first time receiving a couples massage and they both made us feel extremely comfortable in an environment where some may feel vulnerable. After the massage we both felt like we were reborn and completely rejuvenated! 10/10 would recommend their services to anyone in the market!!

We had a great couples massage with Shannon and Alonzo! The deep tissue was amazing and I was so relaxed. I didn’t want it to end. We will be back!! Best massage!

I booked a couples massage for myself and my boyfriend, his first time having a professional massage. Our experience was wonderful, and Shannon and Anna adapted beautifully to our individual preferences and needs. A great relaxing atmosphere in a wonderfully run family business. The ONLY critique I would have is that I wish the $20 upcharge for evenings/weekends was already worked into the price (discounted for weekday instead of the upcharge) but being a family oriented business, I do understand it. Thank you both for a great experience, we will definitely be back!

I've had massage's with Anna twice now and she does a phenomenal job! She knows how to find the knots and to work them out without leaving you in pain. Would highly recommend this massage therapy group. They do wonderful work.

Baseball instruction and athletic training were individualized and superb. Coach Matt Pilewski and Coach Brendan Montgomery were amazing instructors and exoert.

After joining 3 weeks ago, I am amazed at the way my body is changing. The workouts are always different, and I love the heart rate tracking. Volofit is the best workout I have experienced in the last 20 years. The coaches are supportive and truly care about your success. I'm grateful I found this gym and community.

Volofit Ross Township is an amazing place! The instructors are encouraging and motivating, the workouts can be modified to any fitness level, and the people taking the classes are so friendly and welcoming! This is the ONLY thing I have ever consistently stuck with. I feel stronger every day.

I joined at the start of this month and I’m already completely obsessed! It’s great to go into a space where I can shut my brain off and know I will walk out after getting an amazing workout!

It was my first time going and I am terribly out of shape and OLD! Steph did a great job helping me with modifications that were necessary and the atmosphere was very comfortable and welcoming.

All of the staff and trainers at Volofit are friendly, and invested in the health and well-being of each client. They provide great guidance while working out and genuinely care about what each person gets out of the workouts

BFIIT is the perfect blend of boxing and fitness in a fun and supportive environment! Barry is an awesome coach that will encourage and push you! I always feel amazing after class knowing I got a great workout and spent time with some great people! You'll truly get a mix of everything here, and no two classes are ever the same! Check it out 💪

This is the best gym ever. The location is perfect w/lots of parking. From day 1 the atmosphere has been so inviting & fun. Coach Barry is amazing. I’ve learned so much. He will motivate & empower you to your fullest potential while teaching proper form & endurance no matter what stage you’re in when it comes to working out. I was a true beginner but now I’m so proud of how far I’ve come & the proof is in the results! Best decision by far. Huge thank you to coach Barry! This place will make you want to stay consistent. To anyone on the fence, give it a try you won’t regret it.

Coach Barry is one of a kind! He will push you past your limits. He will pull out the best of you! You want a good work out!? Go see Coach Barry

I can't say enough good things about Bfiit and Coach Barry! I spent two months training here, and the results speak for themselves even though I wasn't exactly following the best diet (shhhh). Coach Barry's passion for boxing is contagious, and he's the only trainer who can make me smile while sweating buckets! Each workout is unique, which keeps things fresh and exciting. The gym has a great vibe, tons of space, and Barry truly makes you feel like part of the family. If you're looking for a top-notch boxing experience, this is the place. I’ll definitely be coming back! 5 stars all the way!

An amazing place to get fit and have a good time while doing so! Barry will push you to do your best even when you don’t know what your best is. He doesn’t take any excuses! Just try your hardest and he’ll work with you to get the results you desire.

As a member, I can tell you this gym is disgusting. The equipment is old and some of it is broken. This is a picture of an extension cord for a light in the men's room. Bathrooms are often out of order, and the gym is dirty. Staff is never there, and honestly, they aren't needed anyway. This gym is filthy and outdated. Do not join if you care about having a working bathroom,lights, or clean environment. Otherwise, it's perfect. Update woman's room now no water. Broken equipment they don't fix it they just put notes..Decided to leave this gym and head to Crunch fitness. There is plenty of equipment and imagine the water works and lights aren't rigged. Snap Futness on mcknight should have the board of health called.

Updated to add- it's been a week since the gym responded that they were actively working to fix the problem, and it's still the same, so not only do they not care about the gym and it's members, they have no issue with making false claims and blatantly lying! Going on three weeks now with no usable women's restrooms, what a gym! Worst gym in the greater Pittsburgh area. Bare bones, outdated and often broken equipment, but by far the worst is the women's bathroom not being usable for over a week now with no estimate of when it will be fixed due to the owner being out of the country until January. The owner does not care about the gym or it's members, it's a disgrace. Making his staff use money from their own pocket to fix leaks to keep the gym open is shameful. Bathrooms with a functional toilet and sink are essential. Don't waste your money here

I have been a member here for a while now. I've tried every other gym in the area and this one is the best interms of service and convenience ( I am a body builder). The gyms down the road on mknight have huge contracts and take you through hoops if you want to get out of them.Also ony a few others are actually 24 hrs as most claim to be but make you pay extra or do a "soft close" after 9 PM. This place being 24 hrs and close to where I live helps a bunch. The staff was super helpful and she made it easy to set up my guest pass for family and start and stop membership whenever I have to leave town. The members keep to themselves but are helpful if you have fitness questions. Also, I am a big fan of the key card system, I am in and out without issue.

For the past couple of weeks, I have noted a sewer smell in the vicinity of the water fountain. Yesterday, the smell was horrendous. Obviously there is a plumbing problem that needs to be addressed immediately! The rating of four stars is based prior to the sewer smell and assumes the plumbing problem is fixed quickly.

I wanted to work out as a guest and stood outside for 13 minutes past the time when staff were supposed to be there. I tried calling and messaging and never got a response. Good thing, because I am quite happy at another gym that is superior in many ways.

I’ve been using Crunch Fitness for a while now, and I have to say that the overall gym experience has been good. However, I’ve had serious concerns about the childcare service, particularly with one staff member. There’s a staff member who has a consistently bad attitude. She doesn't seem well-trained when it comes to working with children. Recently, while peaking through the window I saw her l grab my 1-year-old son Im assuming after he threw a toy or something along those lines. She doesn’t seem to ever redirect his behavior or try to resolve the situation, she seems overwhelmed and doesn’t attempt to communicate or engage with him in a positive way. When I asked about it, there was no effort to address my concerns or offer an explanation. It’s clear that this staff member spends more time holding or playing with other children but doesn’t engage with my son at all. This makes me feel as though he is being treated differently under her care, which is extremely concerning as a parent. That being said, there is another staff member who works in the evenings and she is absolutely wonderful. She’s always pleasant, attentive, and patient with the kids. I’ve never had an issue with her, and I always feel comfortable leaving my child in her care. Unfortunately, because of the inconsistent and concerning behavior of some of the staff, I don’t feel comfortable leaving my children in the childcare area anymore. It's a shame because the gym itself is great, but childcare is a huge part of the experience for parents. I hope management takes this feedback seriously and ensures that all staff members are properly trained and held to higher standards when it comes to child care

They don't value the safety of their members. I looked for clamps for my barbell for squats. None to be found. I asked for some up front. They told me to look again. I found broken ones and tried to use those. In the process three forty five lb weights came off the bar mid squat. I go tell the front. They told me to look again. I take one more lap before I finally said enough to management. Then he gas lights me with all you had to do was ask (four times, walk for half an hour in circles and almost kill yourself). He then suggests I pay my own money for my own clamps. For a gym I spend thirty bucks a month on. His next best suggestion was cancelling my membership. Finally something we can Agree on

I’ve been a member of this gym for about 2 years. My favorite part of the gym is the sauna, when I’m in training season the sauna is great for recovery. The copious amounts of treadmills is awesome. The staff in the early morning have always been pleasant. I would like to warn people of their cancellation policy. In order to cancel your membership, you are required to sign a cancellation form in person with a manager only. I suggest calling the gym ahead of time to make sure a manager is available in the period of time you are planning to come in. Unfortunately, I came during the hours that they told me that a manger WOULD be available (Monday-Thursday 10am-9pm, Saturday-Sunday 7am-2pm) and there was no available manger for me to complete my cancelation. I specifically got someone to cover for me at work while I took my lunch to go cancel my membership only to be told no one was available and I would have to come back. I wasted an hour of my time and my lunch break (driving to and back from the gym), not including my second trip to the gym later that day. There was no “sorry for the inconvenience” or any accommodation for the inconvenience this situation caused me. I’m leaving a 5 star review in good faith because I never had an issue with the gym or the staff before this situation, but I do wish someone would have at least apologized. I have worked in a client facing industry my whole career and I have dealt with unhappy clients, I understand how it feels, so I hope this 5 star review can influence the gym to form a better cancellation process and help them communicate more clearly with their customers. I still do recommend this gym, I just hope other people have a better experience than I did! :)

Been a member here for over 6 months and one thing I love the most about this community is how supportive everybody are. The member services are very patient and love to help their members feel the most comfortable and supported at the gym. As an ex personal trainer, I love how knowledgeable their Pt’s are and happy to help you anytime they are available! Also love the fact it’s 24/7 Monday to Thursday!

1. Gym is gross. When you pick up dumbbells or a bar, there is a thick layer of grease and sweat. 2. They bill like con artists/scammers. They bumped up my rate without notifying me, and I was paying an extra 7 dollars a month for an upgraded plan that I did not request or desire. This went on for over a year. "It's in the contract." Oh well hundreds of dollars lost to these scumbags. Also, they will charge you an extra fee to cancel your membership, and they will bill you for an extra month after you cancel because "it's in the contract." 3. You can't cancel over the phone or email despite assurances from some of the staff. In fact you can only cancel in person during certain hours of the day. They make you come in person to cancel so the manager can body shame you, tell you about your bad eating habits, and try to make you feel guilty for not coming in to workout. 3. It's extremely crowded. If you come after work you will wait to use basic equipment like a bench or squat rack. 4. The only water fountain in the gym was broken for a year... completely ridiculous. 5. Sauna perpetually broken.

I am extremely disappointed with LA Fitness. I signed up my entire family for memberships just last month specifically for the swimming pool, only to learn that it’s being permanently closed as of December 13, 2024. This feels incredibly misleading and unfair. Due to low usage? Any time I've been there, it was hard to find a pool lane with fewer than 2 people already in it. Had I known the pool would be shut down, I never would have joined. Families like mine rely on the amenities you advertise when making these decisions, and this lack of transparency has left us feeling cheated. I expect better communication and accountability from a company like LA Fitness. This has been a major letdown, and I’m seriously reconsidering our memberships.

Really nice weight lifting and cardio areas. The front staff is very nice and welcoming. However, The sauna hasn’t been hot in 2 months, there was human vomit in one of the showers for an entire weekend recently. I wish they would clean the locker rooms and ensure their sauna works properly especially since they’ve slashed expenses by shutting down the pool.

I am very impressed with LA Fitness. I joined a few months ago. The gym is bright and clean. Everyone is very friendly and helpful. I have been training with Matt. He is very knowledgeable and is working with me to achieve my goals. My experience there is very positive.

As alot of other people are doing this time of the year, I am trying to make time to take care of myself. I have visited several gyms in the past few days & I can honestly say that I was very impressed with LA Fitness. I met with Hayden Trembulak who not only gave me a tour, but he explained how the membership worked, hours of the facility. Hayden was so detailed & was able to answer my questions. I will be back~

I got my account setup really nice and easy. It was super quick too. All the staff were super kind and polite. Mike was up front and he was super helpful as well. 5 stars

Hands down the best gym I’ve been to in my life. Incredible equipment, staff, and vibe. Everybody is giving it their all in terms of fellow members. It’s only been a few months, but this will be my gym from here on out. Also, for those of you looking to break a plateau like me, I’d gladly recommend looking at John Hornung’s testimonial portfolio and definitely check in with him. He’s super knowledgeable, has extensive experience trading beginner to professional athletes and an awesome dude. Service with a smile and surprisingly reasonable plans. You can’t miss. Unsolicited plug by the way:)

- Maybe 2 pairs of working clips in the whole building - Weights NEVER are put back / put in the correct spot. - I’ve had 1 conversation during my 2 months there! He complimented my squat! And then when I tried to talk to him, he put his hand up and headphones back on and walked away. - I have been stuck under 200 lbs on the bench twice

There is a REASON Powerhouse Pittsburgh is the best in the Burgh. The atmosphere once you walk in is incredible. Staff is so friendly and actually take the time to talk to you. Equipment is great, lots of great equipment for leg days. The gym is split into different sections depending what you're hitting. One area for legs, back, push, free weights, powerlifting cage area, AND posing room. They have Strive, Cybex, Icarian, Hammer Strength. I'd love to see Powerhouse get more Nautilus & Prime fitness equipment.

Gym is great! The people are always super welcoming and friendly. Tons of equipment that feels smooth and great for bodybuilding. Men ship prices are extremely fair, and 24 hours is great. Can train powerlifting here as well, very inviting to training heavy and hard!

Great gym to train at. They have tons of equipment and the staff is really nice.

We are so glad we found Steel City Ninja. My seven year old loves his first class and can't wait too come back. Coach John was amazing with all the kids there and everyone was having a great time. This is a great place for kids to learn how to work together, burn off steam, and build strength and confidence. Check it out!

Steel City Ninja did an amazing job for our 6 yr olds birthday party. We had 12 ~6 yr olds and a couple 3 yr olds and they accommodated all ages in the party. Everyone had a great time, and the staff are really engaged and supportive to all the kids. Highly recommend for a fun unique birthday party for kids.

This was one of our favorite birthday parties!! It was clean, organized and so much fun!! Our 10 year old son and 16 friends had an absolute blast— and the staff and owner (and his son Leo— the strongest and most talented 7 year old ninja I know) were stellar additions to the party! Highly recommended for a birthday party, class, or open gym!!!! And they were super responsive and readily available to schedule all the details of the party. Why doesn’t google allow 6 stars? Kudos, Steel City Ninja! We will definitely be back!!!!

Huge let down. Drove an hour for a tiny facility and dead open gym. Details? Called hours ahead and arrived 20 minutes early. Not one heads up about footwear. When it was time to hit the floor, we were told my son needed tennis shoes (we are from the competitive gymnastics world, we didn’t know), which is no biggie. I quickly acknowledged we should have known, took ownership for not knowing and asked what stores were local (for me to purchase my son a quick pair of shoes), Staff actually argued that he should wear the Crocs and tried to reassure that it’s safe. I finally expressed firmly we are not comfortable with Crocs and to my surprise, both the Staff and Owner doubled down, saying my opinion is “unfounded.” Extremely weird and off putting interaction. We remained as positive as possible, made the best of the hour in his socks and left. Please for the love of your kiddos ankles don’t let these people tell you Croc's are safe to Ninja in…. Unfortunately, an experience like this makes me question their credentials, what people they’ve mislead (who may not know any better), depth of “expertise” and needless to say, we will not be back. Fellow Parents - this is your reminder to always look into the “pros” you’re hiring and don’t be afraid to ask questions! Reply: Scott Carslaw and there’s the red flag - I can see you’re too busy defending your staff to realize there is a possibility your staff was in the wrong. That’s a blind spot dude. It is not your footwear policy that was off putting to me as a consumer, it was the staff member arguing that I should allow my son on the floor with Crocs on. Legit went back and forth with me, to the point that I had to explain more than once why it’s not okay. I communicated to you she was likely not trying to be malicious nor was it necessarily an attitude problem, today she made a mistake and ultimately crossed a line with a parent. That’s a great learning moment for a young coach, I agree she’s probably great, but still doesn’t make it correct. If you’re a tenured coach, you should be able to look back on mistakes you’ve made/learned from, too. To be clear - 99% of the time I can respect that initial support of your team. You should, however, consider the 1% that your team is human and today a brand new patron of your business was wronged. We did not have interest in any program except yours, but after today and now that you mention it, maybe I will look into starting one.👍🏼

This place rocks. We take our 3 year old to the pre-school classes. Coaches are engaged with the kids and always have new challenges for them.