A-Game Fitness &amp; Performance

2.8 mi

So done...their priority is profit over treatment of longtime clients & trainers.Worked out there…read morewith trainer for a couple years but had to leave - early to mid morning group workouts with 20-25 people circuit training made it impossible to comfortably or safely workout. When I am paying for a private session and can't get to the equipment & witnessing people with bad form because they won't limit class sizes to something one instructor can realistically oversee, its time to move on. If you like working out while dodging a herd of burpeeing CH moms and ownership unconcerned that longtime patrons are being rudely displaced, you've found your workout home. (Plus they've added a bunch of businesses within their space though original variance was for one business- altogether this means there is no parking for blocks for local residents and patrons). Skip it...

I was fortunate to drop in to take a fabulous class given by Jessie. Hands down the best all…read morearound gym experience I have ever had. It's a gem!!!

Planet Fitness

2.8

(46 reviews)

0.2 mi

Closed for the past two days. Nothing on the website and when you call and ask the automated system…read moreif they're open it replies "yes". Epic fail.

Despite all their marketing about judgement free zone and no bullying, when you report it at the…read morefront desk, all you get is a " sorry this happened to you sir ". Also, they don't monitor the " 30 minute workout " area: some people come and monopolize specific equipment, so you can't do the full 30 minute circuit.

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Knights Gym

3.4 mi

Equipment is old school but still in solid shape. Very friendly staff and no nonsense space. Clean.read more

Old school feel, but very clean. Great equipment. Great atmosphere. Awesome staff. $7 day pass. My…read morefavorite gym in Philly.

Run your own personal training business at Knights Gym!

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Mangol Strength and Conditioning, LLC

(6 reviews)

2.6 mi

Having suffered a serious neck injury, I couldn't leave working out to chance. I've been the…read morebeneficiary of Matt's expertise and strength training, now, for well over a decade. Matt has challenged me to reach a level I couldn't imagine. I'm truly grateful for his support and encouragement over these years. Thanks, Matt!

Matt is an excellent trainer. He is thoughtful about his workouts and keeps us challenged. He is…read moretimely and responsive and truly a pleasure to work with.

A three-year veteran of our personal training program, who continues to make gains with our progressive style!

A small group personal training class

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All of our clients are challenged in a way that best fits their needs. DEMAND MORE OF YOURSELF AND YOUR TRAINER.

Life Time

2.5

(98 reviews)

2.1 mi

I've been a member of Life Time Fitness in Fort Washington, PA, and I can honestly say it's one of…read morethe best gyms I've ever experienced. The environment is incredibly welcoming and family-friendly, which makes it comfortable for people of all ages and fitness levels. The facility itself is top-tier, with a very spacious workout area that never feels overcrowded. I also love the variety of amenities, especially the indoor and outdoor swimming pools--they're always clean, well-maintained, and a great addition to my routine. One of my favorite parts of the gym is the cycle class. Clarence, the instructor, is absolutely amazing. His energy, motivation, and ability to push everyone to do their very best truly sets him apart. He creates an encouraging atmosphere while still challenging you to go beyond your limits, and every class feels both rewarding and empowering. Overall, Life Time Fitness in Fort Washington is an outstanding gym, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a supportive, high-quality fitness environment.

I had been happily attending until a series of negative events caused me to cancel my membership…read more It started with my nephew who had been involved in kids Academy, and wound up breaking his arm there. He reported, slipping and falling on something wet, which leads me to believe that the facilities weren't being properly monitored for cleanliness and safety around children. The following week, my son fell in his lip was busted, but the team in charge of kids academy really had no explanation as to how that happened either. Finally, in an attempt to relax recently, I chose to enjoy the steam room and hot tub on site. Both rooms had mold on the floor, and when I went to take a shower, I found that someone had detangled their hair and smeared it on the wall of the shower and that no one had bothered to clean it up. At over $200 a month for the membership you would expect that maintenance will be available and that I would not have had hair balls flying at me when I tried to get in the shower, but that is not the case. I reported this issue to the front desk and they gave me the email address to their manager. Unfortunately, I was given the wrong email address and the email bounced back. I copied the overarching Life Time email address in my communication and all I received was an automated email saying that my membership has been canceled. No acknowledgment of my experiences there. Extremely disappointing.

Night workout.

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Anytime Fitness

3.9

(7 reviews)

2.7 mi

Just joined today with my mom and it is amazing. Ben has great hospitality and the quiet space and…read moreindividual space is also amazing. There are structured classes as well as the ability to workout on your own. The coaches are very attentive and knowledgeable and the infrared sauna is just an amazing addition!! Great gym for locals

Anytime Fitness 7719 Crittenden…read more This has been a great spot for me. I've never worked with trainers like this. Very knowledgeable and skilled. If you go in talk to Morgan, the best trainer evah, or Ben, the boss and great trainer, too. Their results with me have been unbelievable.

Couples that train together!

Small Group Training

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Chestnut Hill Cycle Fitness

4.5

(8 reviews)

2.0 mi

This was my first time here and I used ClassPass. Super small inside but intimate which is great…read morefor me because I feel like large classes I get lost in. There is also plenty of street parking if you are worried about where to go. When you first enter it may feel like you are walking into the middle of the spin class but you are not. (I totally did for a second!) Just head downstairs to the reception and they will check you in. They have little inspirational quotes in the space and it has a great cozy feel. This was my first barre class ever and it was perfect for starters. Fun class with great music! There was only 2 of us and the instructor so it felt like a private session. It's a great workout and I'm sure tomorrow I will be feeling sore. Thanks for a great class, I will definitely be back!

My wife and I have been taking classes here together and individually for several months. We are…read moreaddicted! Alli Bradley, the owner is "hands on" and super accommodating! She has a talent for staffing as the entire fitness staff is engaged before, during and after each class, with no monkeying around. These instructors mean business. I am a motivated gym and running rat, but these folks make my other workouts seem subpar. The space is super clean with a great warm atmosphere. My wife loves the Barre classes. They partner with a local farmer's market in making organic juices. I haven't had one, but they look great and seem to fly off the shelf. We always leave feeling like we are part of the family(and beat up from the workout!). Can't say enough about the great energy and Alli's experience regarding fitness and health knowledge. We wish Chestnut Hill Cycle Fitness much success!

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Pure Barre

2.3 mi

Highly recommend PBCH! As someone who loves going fitness boutique classes, this one is hands down…read morethe most welcoming while ensuring you get an excellent workout. Not to mention, it's great for all fitness levels. The instructors suggest modifications throughout class to meet the needs of all clients. The classes never get easier but you get stronger (and become addicted so you have to come back all the time). Another aspect that sets PBCH aside are their virtual classes. Several live classes are offered throughout the day. If a client misses a class, they have access to hundreds of prerecorded classes. Times are crazy right now but PBCH is an excellent way to distract yourself for 50 minutes while you lift, tone and burn!

So excited this location has opened! I had been looking for a barre studio near me since I moved to…read moreMt Airy and stumbled upon this one just yesterday -- they opened in June. When I called with questions, Liz, the owner was incredibly helpful, after speaking with her for just a few minutes I could tell I would really like this studio. I was so pumped that I found this studio I signed up for a class immediately and had a really great workout with Corinne. Barre workouts are one of the most effective/quickest ways to tone and gain strength, I have tried several styles, and have always gone back to the Pure Barre "method." If you are looking for a studio in the Mt Airy, Chestnut Hill, Jenkintown, etc. location, this is the barre studio for you. Really looking forward to my next class!

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Rebel Yoga Studio

Tried the Rebel strong class through class pass and loved it! This was a great class. I activated…read moreALL the muscles and added some new poses to my practice. Lobe the chilled lavender towels also. The retail portion of the studio is very cute and includes clothing & merchandise as well as healthy snacks and drinks.

In town for a conference. Thought I would try and get my yoga in. Great morning yoga class. Good…read moreinstructor. Room is pretty small

Drop by for a matcha latte or some kombucha on tap.

The REBEL garden

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All of our snacks and beverages are locally sourced, organic, healthy & tasty.

Total Wellness Personal Training

2.4 mi

I discovered Kristin Thompson after I had lunch with someone that I had not seen in about a year…read more His body was transformed from a pudgy guy with poor eating habits and no regular exercise. Until he met Kristin. Then he became a new person with a new physique. I immediately phoned Kristin and set up a meeting so she could assess me and my physical handicap do to a spinal cord injury. I have been working out with her ever since. about three years. She has created a program for me and my limited ability to stand and walk without a walker or canes. So I certainly have benefited from her plan for me. You will benefit too. Kristin motivates me to work hard while she is training me. I highly recommend that you meet Kristin and schedule an evaluation and start on a personalized exercise program to help you reach your desired goals. And then maintain the program. She will motivate you too. Good luck!

I was searching on yelp for a new personal trainer as I recently moved. I came across Kristen…read moreThompson and scheduled a session with her because she had good reviews and is close to my home. Kristen is by far the best trainer I've worked out with. I've had 4 different trainers in the past 5 years (due to moving) and I couldn't be happier with our work outs. We do a mix of circuit training and strength routines which really reduces my stress and helps tone me. I'm so glad I found her and hope someone else chooses Kristen when looking for a great personal trainer.

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O'Connor Pool

4.4

(19 reviews)

11.4 mi

water was the perfect temp not too cold not too warm and the whole place was super clean plenty of…read moreloungers too lifeguards were chillin but kept an eye out best swim ever ‍

first time trying out a philly public pool! we did have to wait outside for about ten minutes to be…read morelet in and then an additional five for the life guards to get to their stations, which was a bit disappointing because we only have 50 minutes to swim before they kicked us out again! there's small bathrooms, and no changing rooms but they do have a place to rinse off your feet? (very odd as there is no sand but y'know...) i wish there was a place to change out of my wet bathing suit and into dry clothes, but other than that it was worth trying out on a really hot day! really clean pool and life guards are posted at every side :) unfortunately did not get any pics!

10 minutes of tranquility (break time).

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Philly public pools stepping up their game! It's awesome.

Bowers Beach

4.7

(3 reviews)

73.1 mi

We've been to bowers beach multiple times over the years and there are normally no other people on…read morethe beach when we are there. There are lots of shells on the beach and a large wide beach. There aren't many places to park and it can be muddy in the entry point after storms. I probably wouldn't swim in the water here because there seems to be a lot of debris.

A nice little stop if you're in the area! We drove here after visiting fifer orchard. The beach…read moreisn't anything elaborate but it was quaint and enjoyable!

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Ardmore Ave Pool

4.3

(3 reviews)

8.3 mi

Great neighborhood pool, good for new swimmers, splash pad, water slide great for all ages.read more

One of the many great reasons to be an Ardmorian would be that we have one of the Great Deals of…read morethe Century: The Ardmore Avenue Pool. This pool, completely renovated in 2004, is large enough to have fun but small enough to be able to spot your young 'un from anywhere you sit. The entrance is through Vernon Young Park, another gem with a full kids' playground, basketball & tennis courts, a large playing field for baseball, flag football, soccer, etc. and the Ardmore Avenue Community Center. So, if the young un's don't want to swim, they can play too. When you enter, you pass through either the male or female changing areas complete with lockers and showers as well as restrooms. There are two pools - a good sized toddler pool with a zero step entry, water spouts and a water mushroom play feature. Maximum depth 18 inches. Then there is the 'larger' pool, also with a zero step entry, a water slide and maximum depth of 5'. Separating the two are a low fence, some bushes, and a shade awning over some grass. Surrounding both pools are picnic tables with umbrellas. Water toys are permitted in the baby pool area. The pools are staffed with lifeguards who change station regularly to stay alert. There is no snack bar, which is in some ways a blessing (no $9 fries!). Many of the local restaurants deliver 'to the pool', and if you want you can easily leave and walk to many of them too. Parking? Well, that's the one star off. It's street only, and it can be a bit of a challenge. I don't want them to make a parking lot by any means, but it does take away from the experience. Also, you bring your own chairs, blankets, etc, which can make for a haul. Maybe the Township will get wise and start a business to rent chairs on site (hint, hint). Now, the thing that makes this really GREAT. The cost to join? For a family of four, residents of the Township, about $70. For the season. Really. Over 65 year old residents are free. Yes, really. That is not a typo. It's under a hundred dollars. A year. Well, a summer. The pool is open Memorial Day - Labor Day. (Residents of Narberth Borough can join but at a higher rate as can a limited number of residents in Ardmore, Haverford Township, again at a higher rate.) Like I said, one of the Great Deals of the Century. Here in wonderful Ardmore.

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Briar Bush Nature Center

4.6

(11 reviews)

4.7 mi

I take my 2 y. o. granddaughter nearly every week. There are so many wonderful things to explore…read moreand learn from. They have a walking path through the woods with a natural playground and sandbox, a bird house building to watch and interactive displays, a mini zoo inside a house with small animals and activities including a treehouse. They also have weekly activities and seasonal events for elementary school kids. My granddaughter calls Briar Bush "The Animal House" and loves to put a donation in the collection box before we leave.

They were so friendly and it was a great little center to see the local wildlife and learn. We…read moredidn't get to do the whole path with a stroller but it was nice and shaded on the trail so even on a hot day it felt cooler.