I moved to Pittsburgh a few months ago and wanted to find a local gym. I've lived in MANY cities…read moreand been a member at MANY gyms, so I know what I want and need. As I researched nearby gyms prior to my move, Altus stood out - they had great reviews online and their philosophy/program offering seemed to align with what I was seeking. John was very responsive to my initial inquiry and after I got settled, I went to meet him for an initial consult. Our conversation gave me full confidence this was the place for me. I love strength training, so I wanted to work with a trainer to get me back into the routine of lifting weights, but I need flexibility - I travel frequently for work and often have to book trips last minute. During our conversation, we talked through everything - my history with strength training, my work and travel schedule, nutrition, injuries, goals, expectations, budget --- it was the most thorough consult I've had with any gym. I also had a preliminary session to determine my baseline (strength, range of motion, etc.) and get all the data measurements, which we use and remeasure to track my progress over time. Now that I've been going to Altus for a few months, I can genuinely say the entire experience - and Altus team - have been amazing. I immediately felt welcome and I appreciate the trainers so much. I've been working with Aaron for my individual sessions and squad sessions and it's been great. He's truly a 'coach' in that we're always talking through each set (about my form, the muscle groups we're focused on, how I'm feeling after each set, why we're doing certain things, etc.) -- it's educational, engaging, and fun. And he's always flexible with my crazy work schedule - accommodating changes when I have to go out of town, providing workouts through the mobile app that I can do virtually when I'm gone, squeezing in sessions when nothing about my availability is 'normal', and checking in regularly between sessions to see how I'm doing. I've also joined several classes and they're always fun - Heather, Cheri, Brandi --they'll kick your butt, but you'll love every minute of it. :) the Versa climber was a new piece of equipment for me --- it's killer but awesome! If you're looking for a gym that will focus on what you need and trainers who will champion you every step of the way to reaching your goals --- head over to Altus. They're the best!

I was surprised to find Altus in downtown Pittsburgh, located between a couple of fast food…read morerestaurants. I wasn't sure what to expect, but it completely exceeded my expectations! I signed up for a Versa climber 45 minute class (FYI - you can sign up for your first class for free). When I walked up the steps of the studio, I was blown away by the entire gym setup, in addition to the classrooms. They truly have something for everyone! When I signed in for class, I was given a heart monitor to track my workout and taken back to the climber room. The instructor, Cody, was so welcoming and full of energy! I was a little worried since this was my first time taking this type of class, and he made me feel so comfortable and continued to motivate us throughout the entire 45 minutes of class. This workout was HARD, but I felt so good after and would definitely come back to Altus to check out their other options in the future

I started CrossFit at an amazing gym in Indianapolis (Broad Ripple Fit Club), which set the bar…read morepretty high in terms of coaching and community. When I moved to Pittsburgh, I was concerned that I wouldn't find a place like that. But CrossFit Athletics has been everything I was looking for in a gym. Jenn + Gabe (owners + coaches) have been great, and I've enjoyed getting to know the other members. Things I really like: The competitors have a (huge) room where they can train and the rest of us have a different (huge) room where we can workout. The bathrooms are amazing and CFA has showers! There is ample parking. And the open gym hours make it easy to do accessory work.

I started going to Crossfit Athletics back in April 2022. After 6 months of training there going 3…read moretimes a week, I have lost 18 lbs. and 5% in body fat. I have broken PR after PR going from a 135 lbs. squat to a 210 lbs squat. A huge thank you to all the coaches and especially to the owners. This gym has a great community and I have enjoyed every workout.

Bridge City Fitness is a fantastic space overlooking the Blvd of the Allies in Downtown Pittsburgh…read morefrom a 4th story view. If you want to change the way you work out and get into a high energy, group setting, this is the place to go. Chris Leventis is one of the best trainers in the city and can modify any workout for your body type, injuries, or limitations. He can help you with mobility, flexibility, cardio, and overall fitness. These classes will push you while having a blast in a group setting that brings the participants closer together and motivated one another. Come check out a few classes as your first week is complimentary. You will be happy you did it.

I have sent 2 emails for more info about this gym and no response. When you go to your website it…read morestates several different memberships but yet when you look at the class schedule only 1 class appears which is on Sundays. I tried to call the phone number and it constantly says the voicemail is full. Sorry not a good way to run a business.

Fantastic class with Cat this morning for the Two Hold workout. Can't wait to go back!read more

We took two classes here during a recent trip to Pittsburgh and loved it! The space is a bit larger…read morethan my home F45, so they were able to space out the stations very well, so that everybody has adequate room to complete their set of exercises. All the coaches were super helpful and did great demos of the exercises at the beginning. They also spent some time stretching at the end, which is something I appreciate and don't get at my home gym. Parking is street metered only, so give yourself a little extra time to find and pay for parking. We're looking forward to coming back next time we're in Pittsburgh.

Strong Coach, Unreliable Business…read more The Good This trainer brings serious expertise to the gym. He has fought in multiple professional fights and has a decade plus of coaching experience, and that depth shows immediately in how he trains. He's direct, doesn't sugarcoat your mistakes, and won't move you to the next technique until you've proved you understand the current one. That kind of seriousness is hard to find and worth acknowledging. If you're looking to actually learn boxing, the instruction itself is excellent. The Bad The business around the training is another story. There are no contracts, no intake paperwork, and no formal documentation of any kind. Payment is collected informally by tapping your card to his phone. At $200/month the price point is fair, but what you actually get for that money has varied since my membership started at the beginning of the year. Scheduling runs through Instagram Stories and DMs. Hours are posted to his story the morning of, and you're expected to DM to confirm availability. The hours posted on the website do not reflect the actual availability. There are no set hours, no booking system, and no formal structure. That puts the burden entirely on the client in a way that isn't typical of most gyms. Early on, the trainer was punctual and the posted hours were reliable. Over time, cancellations and last-minute reschedules became more frequent, and even the hours on the morning story posts stopped being reliable. DMs sometimes have gone unanswered altogether, making it impossible to book time at all. With no formal system in place, there's no mechanism to resolve that when it happens. The Bottom Line The training quality is legitimate, but walk in knowing exactly what the arrangement looks like. There's no formal agreement protecting either party, and the reliability you experience may not be consistent. I don't know whether the scheduling issues are isolated or part of a broader pattern, but the lack of formal structure means you have no recourse if you run into the same problems. Do your due diligence before committing.

CC is phenomenal- great personality and knows how to work with each individual, no matter what…read moretheir skill level is. I can't wait to get back to Pittsburg and work with CC- he knows how to run a business and while keeping your individual goals in mind.

I've taken over 100 classes at Stride and highly recommend. They have a variety of classes that…read moreallow me to push myself and not get bored. The staff is very kind and the facility is always clean. I love coming here!

When it is Cold and wet outside it is great to burn calories and have a great workout inside at…read moreStride. The treadmills make the workout challenging/ walking or running. The studio provides towels, filtered water and loans heart monitors - it is fun to watch the screens and see your heart rate increase and decrease. Music keeps the energy high. A big shoutout to Mia and Chase for motivating me to push harder and keep moving. Very supportive. I recommend. This month the studio is playing Stride Bingo- no idea what we can win but hoping it is more classes and a Stride water bottle.

Five stars - this is a fantastic gym whose coaches are genuinely interested in the success of their…read moremembers. If you need anything, whether advice / encouragement / support, they are there for you. It is inclusive and a place for people of all ages and levels of fitness. Check them out!

My wife and I own a gym in central Ohio. We reached out to connect one of our clients who was…read moretraveling on business for the week. The team got back to us within minutes and took great care of him. Undeniably excellent customer service!

Popped in while in town visiting family. Staff and members were warm and welcoming. The space is…read moreHUGE which means everyone has plenty of space, but that also means it is hard to hear instructions from the coach. My only complaint are the sparse cross fit class times. 630 am is too early. 830 am is too late. I opted for 630 but would have much preferred a 730 to get another hour of snoozing. I have trouble enough staying awake while visiting in laws :)

My girl friend invited me here for WOD n' Wine a few weekends ago. I had such a great time that I…read moredragged the hubs here for the 9AM Saturday community class! There is so much positivity at CrossFit Mt. Lebanon. It is genuinely a community and they stress that all are welcome regardless of age, fitness level, etc. If it was closer to my home, I would definitely join, but for now I plan to visit when I can for Saturday community classes!

When I visited my buddy in Pittsburgh, I went with her to check out HolisticFit. It was definitely…read moreone of the best gym experiences I've had in a long time especially since I find gyms to be intimidating spaces. When you first walk in, you are welcomed by a colorful and motivating mural and the space is kept clean! The trainer PJ was friendly, professional and caring throughout our session. At the end of the session, I left feeling inspired to go work out again and continue making healthier choices for my body. Hope more folks can go check out HolisticFit!

HolisticFit is different than any gym I've experienced and PJ is different than your typical…read moretrainer. PJ's focus is on helping you get healthier - whether that means trying to build strength or otherwise deal with an injury or joint problems or lose weight or whatever. I say that his approach is different because many trainers say those things (pro-health, not just about weight loss, etc. - but then deliver standard boot camp, etc that's not right for everyone and really doesn't make room for people who are less fit or have injuries or joint problems). I imagine he'd be quite good with fit athletes who want to improve their game as well. Many other trainers I've worked with seem to use the same approach with all of their clients and in some cases, I could tell they weren't thinking much about me individually. However PJ provides an individualized program that in my case combines dealing with joint pain, losing weight, and even stress reduction in each session. He mixes up the activities so each session feels new and challenging. In addition, I find it refreshing that PJ isn't one of those trainers who is in your face or yelling to push you, he pushes and encourages but does it from a more steady place. He has a nicely-designed gym (with free parking -- a bonus in Pgh these days) and takes good care of the place, it is clean and organized. I'm glad that HolisticFit has entered the Pittsburgh fitness scene and I recommend it highly!