Best Gyms with Specialized Strength Equipment near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Easily our favorite gym that we've been members of. Plenty of high quality equipment, including more specialized items like a reverse hyper. Owners are amazing folks with so much experience that they are always happy to share. We feel very comfortable in the space and find it to be a respectful atmosphere. Great for serious lifters but also those of us who love lifting but are a little less serious about it.

I've been going to Celli's Fitness for a few months now, and it’s easily the best gym experience I’ve had. The atmosphere and culture are incredible; everyone here is supportive, and the community vibe makes each visit something I genuinely look forward to. I recently took a squat masterclass with Ryan Celli himself, and I can't recommend it enough! Ryan’s expertise and mental cues helped me finally get comfortable with this dynamic movement, and my confidence has skyrocketed. Whether you’re new to lifting or an experienced athlete, you’ll get next-level coaching here. If you're looking for a gym that feels like home and actually helps you progress, Celli's Fitness is it. Highly recommended!

I absolutely love Cellis Fitness! It’s such a fantastic, family-owned gym that makes you feel right at home from the moment you walk in. Ryan and Dana, the owners, are genuinely friendly, down-to-earth people who clearly care about their members and have created a welcoming and supportive atmosphere. The gym is always clean and well-maintained, with plenty of equipment, so you never have to wait around. The other members are friendly too, and it feels like a true fitness community here. I couldn’t recommend Cellis Fitness more—if you’re looking for a quality gym that treats you like family, this is the place!

Best gym in Pittsburgh. Moved here from Louisiana and spent two years in Pittsburgh. Ryan and Dana make you feel like family! Has the perfect old school feel. They have something for everyone. Can’t recommend this gym enough to anybody looking for a place to workout!

I don't know that there could be any place better. I trained with Ryan on the big three compound lifts and it was the best experience I could've ever hoped for. Ryan really takes the time to break things down and explain why you're doing something or why he's changing something without making anything overly complicated. My form, knowledge, and confidence have all improved greatly since working with Ryan. The facility itself is immaculate and well maintained. I have nothing but wonderful things to say about Celli's!

I joined this gym to get in shape and learn some kettlebell skills and I've got that and more! I've had the pleasure of taking classes with 3 of the coaches and they have all been friendly and professional. The workouts have been tough but the coaches always have ways to adapt the work to your body type and current fitness level. The people at the gym have great as well; it's a cool community of people who are looking to put in the work! Great gym, cannot recommend it to anyone looking to get or stay fit!

I'm not the best at writing reviews but here it goes... go ahead & sign up, it's worth trying if you're debating on getting started or if you're looking for something different to challenge you, just try it! 😊 The trainers at PKP are friendly and knowledgeable - they truly care about helping you & don't leave you hanging. I attend the AM classes more often than any other so most of my time spent there is with Chloe & I've reached many goals with her encouraging and pushing me to the next level. The classes consist of exercises that can be tailored for ANY fitness level. Everyone is welcomed there. I recommend PKP to anyone having a desire to workout. At one point, I moved across the state and was in search of a gym like PKP and I'll tell you... there wasn't one! Try it out, you'll thank yourself. 🙂

I have been a member of PK&P for almost 4 years now and is literally my home away from home! I love that each class is so different and unique. I would describe it as “unconventional training” and that there is no other gym like it! The trainers are outstanding and the members are supportive and motivating. If you don’t want to settle for chains and cliches, go unconventional!

Pittsburgh Kettlebell & Performance is absolutely perfect for achieving your fitness goals. Their trainers and and fitness community not only make you feel welcome, but they challenge you to be the best version of you with each workout. After years of cancelled memberships and failed fitness goals, I re-found my motivation here! This gym is perfect for former athletes seeking a competitive and challenging workout done the right way. I can honestly remember where I started at the gym, and how far I’ve come!

I’ve been a client at this gym for about 18 months. The people are great everyone is supporting and helpful. If you you want to make a positive change in your physical health this is the place. You can get fantastic information and instruction which is great for not over doing it or setting your self up for injury. I highly recommend Pittsburgh kettlebell!

Aplomb has changed my body and my life. The instructors are all experts, with a wealth of deep and wide experience in many modalities- I swear, as they observe each of us, they are like “body whisperers” who can see and understand what we individually need to progress. I have an unlimited package and have been going 6 days a week for over 9 months. It’s a testament to the warm, kind, and dare I say FUN environment that Cara and Emily have cultivated that I have remained motivated to this degree of self care. There are NO restrictive contracts and the intro sessions are FREE. You will not regret checking out this magical and grounded space. Hope to meet you soon!

I love going to Aplomb Pilates Studio. Cara and Emily are knowledgable instructors who take the time to get to know their clients and always make it a welcoming space. I’ve been going since the studio opened and have never felt better. They make sure to switch up the classes, so you always feel like you’re doing something new, and it never gets boring. You should definitely check it out and try a class. You won’t be disappointed.

I love Aplomb Pilates! These gals know what they are doing! I have been taking classes for 6 months and have seen a dramatic change in my body. I am stronger, leaner and overall, feel great! I enjoy going to the studio, it is bright and beautiful and Cara and Emily are fun and change up the workout so you don’t get bored! The classes are offered at convenient times with plenty of parking. I can’t imagine my life without Aplomb Pilates!

I absolutely love going to Aplomb Pilates studio. I’ve taken Pilates classes in the past and I knew how they could transform your body, strengthening your core and improving posture while toning and sculpting. However, I had never experienced the reformer, chair or the endless amount of exercises that Aplomb Pilates is able to put together, making the Pilates experience different every time! Cara and Emily are knowledgeable at what they do and I always look forward to attending their class😊

This place is amazing! The owners are super knowledgeable and friendly, very comfortable to be around! The studio is impeccably clean, bright and beautiful and easy to park. I never realized how much I would love Pilates! There are a million different exercises and they are not at all taxing on your body but they are challenging. I’ve been going since September and I can see and feel a difference! I feel accomplished after each and every workout and it truly is functional fitness! Highly recommend!!

The best Pilates studio I have ever been too. There are so many classes for every level. Very affordable too! The classes are never boring: I especially love that the class usually incorporates different equipment pieces that add variety and intensity and fun to the routine. Krista (the owner) is awesome instructor, and she hires the best people too. Every class is so challenging, you will see the difference!

The best Pilates studio ever ! Great classes, for different levels, skills and body shapes, thoughtfully planned for each session. Excellent workout for your whole body, combined with the appropriate stretching exercises to help your hard-working muscles. All instructors are greatly knowledgeable, pay attention and correct each person in the class and above all - extremely friendly ! Challenging, with the good results and still feels pleasant and cozy. Highly recommended !

My favorite Pilates studio in Pittsburgh! Krista is an amazing teacher, offers modifications if needed and puts attention into making sure you are doing everything effectively. She will work muscles you did not know you had. Highly recommend.

I have never reviewed anything ever as I feel all reviews have a personal bias . However I felt morally obligated to share about this studio and the role it has played in my well being and I hope it will help others I had a terrible accident with head injury recently and I never thought that pilates would help me as I needed to have a scientific reasoning behind everything I did . Well its mind and body connection with pilates and Krista fit in the right exercises to get my balance , my strength and endurance back. I can never thank her enough and the team that she hires are all excellent. no matter how busy my day goes, I look forward to my training session as its a strong potion filled with a sense of well being I have only one thing to say to anyone who thinks twice about coming to this studio . investment in learning how to do pilates the right way is the best form of health insurance anyone can buy at a much lesser cost . you will find it here . Don't miss this opportunity

As a retired cardiologist, I thought I knew a thing or two about my body, how I carried myself in motion, etc. but as I aged, recurring injuries occurred and the frustrating part was I couldn’t fix things on my own. Turns out, I didn’t have a clue until I showed up here and asked for help. I was wrong about almost everything. I’ve been coming for nearly 10 years now. Admittedly slow baby steps at first, I finally know how my body works. Krista, Cleo, Marsha, Susan, Brandy- the whole gang is excellent. My range of motion has increased, not decreased as often happens with aging. I’ve grown 1/2” in height. My bad back? Achilles tendinitis? Plantar fasciitis? Right hip pain? Gone. Do yourself a favor, check it out.