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

This is a fantastic gym. Brooks, the gym's owner, is friendly, responsive, and welcoming. He helped…read moreme arrange a week long drop-in while I was visiting. The programming is accessible, coaches were excellent and friendly, and I felt at home and welcome in the gym community. If I lived in PGH I would definitely be a member, but this will be the place I drop in to maintain my fitness and sanity when I'm visiting. Can't recommend this place highly enough!

My husband started going in the summer of 2016. He loved it so much and kept bugging me to join. I…read morefinally caved and went for my on-ramp with Rich last May. He was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and patient with me during our several weeks together. I really appreciated the one-on-one experience and felt like I got a solid idea of the complicated Olympic lifts (even though I still am working on that good form). Brooks was so friendly and welcoming, I immediately felt the crossfit fam vibe. Everyone introduced themselves to me and encouraged me with each and every work out. It was a great atmosphere and I really felt like I could make great progress there. All the coaches I got to work with were excellent. Unfortunately we have since moved and can't go to Arsenal anymore but this box has spoiled us for all other gyms for life. Cannot recommend highly enough. We miss you guys!!!!

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!

Enjoying my workouts with Coach Geremy. He's attentive. He asks the right questions and listens…read moreto my fitness goals. Highly recommended! - Rick S.

Pittsburgh FIT is such a welcoming environment for people at any skill level. I decided to join a…read more6-week challenge because I needed an extra kick in the butt to get motivated after some weight gain. I've since joined as a member. There's a variety of class times to choose from, from early in the morning to late into the evening. The 9:30 a.m. class is my normal class. The workouts are always a fun challenge and there's always different. They combine cardio, weight training and body resistance exercises, and everything wraps up within an hour. Trainers always go over all of the movements, usually with pep and a smile, and will correct you to ensure you have the best form. In the past, I've been a part of big box gyms where you lift and use machines at will. While they're cheap, I made excuses not to go because it was always the same motions. But Pittsburgh FIT has challenged me athletically for the first time in years. There's always the push of trying a little more if you can, but adjusting any movements so things are best for you, too. I love weight lifting, so I usually go heavier for those parts of the workouts, but I have a jenky ankle after a bad sprain last year, so I opt out of box jumps and things that are tough on those joints for something a little less straining. All in all, it's a great place where everyone there wants to see you succeed. Showing up is the first step.

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.

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

The owner/operator, has refused to refund class packages to several clients, including me. Refunds…read morewere requested because, without warning, he eliminated about 30% of Psycle's classes. Consequently, there are no scheduled classes when I am available. His refund policy is not stated and is arbitrary. Stay clear.

I love this place. Love it…read more The Psycle experience is unlike any workout that I've ever attempted. It's spinning on steroids and it's amazing. The instructor teaches class from a lit platform and the student bikes are arranged stadium style on risers. Coupled with black lights and four corners worth of speakers, you'll feel more like you're in a dance club than a gym. The music selection varies by instructor and refuses to disappoint! I've heard remixes in this class that had me up all night searching the Internet! The staff is friendly and knowledgeable and somehow managed to remember my name by my second visit. Now if that doesn't make you feel welcome, I don't know what does. They also provide complimentary bottles of water at the start of each class. Nice touch. If you're like me and you have a hard time self-motivating, Psycle is the answer. The workout is hard (you will leave drenched in sweat) but the format is delivered in such a motivational way that you'll end up surprising yourself. At this point, I've only tried the spinning classes but they also offer aerobic-style classes like Kettle Bell and TRX. I plan on signing up for both. For the first time in my life, I actually look forward to working out. I really can't say enough good things about this place and the dedicated staff members that figured out how to make fitness both challenging and fun.

I just started classes two weeks ago to stay active during pregnancy and I'm already obsessed and…read moresad I waited this long to start! The instructors are incredible, the space is stunning, and the classes are a blast. You almost forget how hard it is when you're jamming out the entire time!

I quite enjoy the spin class culture here. I think the staff puts effort into knowing everyone's…read morenames and trying to interact with all class participants. They give shoutouts during class frequently and truly celebrate every class # milestone. They also do their own merch and occasionally do pop ups or promos. I think if you have the time to make some of the classes and make a membership worth it, it's a great form of cardio. They do cycling classes to the beat of the music, and every class include a song to do weights to. It's a better way for me to do cardio than running on a treadmill, and they make it fun. I've done various spin classes thru colleges, but this is definitely way better. The instructors vary but usually they'll repeat or use similar choreography which is technically optional and they should cue you whether it's for the resistance, choreo, or beat drops. The membership prices are kind of steep but do what is best for your health and wallet!