I got a day pass for $20 at Fitness Factory, and was so excited to try it out since I was staying in the area. It is an old school gym with a cool vibe, but unfortunately, the equipment was lacking. I am fortunate to be able to go to an amazing gym in Las Vegas, and in comparison, there was no speciality equipment here that I am used to using. The leg equipment was basic, and the dumbbells made my hands smell weird. Overall, I probably wouldn't come back, but got everything that I needed to done. read more

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This place is unlike any gym I've been too it's a funky almost hippie vibe with neon lights and music.

If you're in town visiting and your hotel's gym isn't for you. Fitness Factory is the go-to place if you take your training seriously. Prices for visitors are great, I purchased the week pass at only 35 dollars compared to other gyms that don't even have any option close to that for visitors. They also have an option that can best fit the time you're in town for a membership just have to ask. The facility is kept very clean and organized but still has that rugged gym feeling. Have everything and more that you could want to hit you're full workouts. If you're looking for meals that are prepared for after your workout already they have it and have many different options as well as pre-work drinks and protein shakes options to make in-house. Do not hesitate to stop in. I'll for sure be coming back to train here. read more

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Fitness Factory is my favorite gym in Pittsburgh! It's an old-school bodybuilding gym located in Shadyside. This gym is always kept clean and any damaged equipment is fixed the next day. The staff and members are extremely friendly and always greet people with a nice smile. My favorite part is the unique and electric decorations all throughout the gym! Not to mention, their equipment is top-notch. FF has outstanding machines that isolate certain muscles from different angles. (perfect for bodybuilding!) I am proud to be a member of this gym because its uplifting atmosphere motivates me to show up every single day. If you are ever in the area, I recommend getting a membership or even just a day pass at Fitness Factory! read more

Fitness Factory - Gyms Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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One of the best gyms I've ever trained at. Not a chain, so the vibe is sick. Neon lights, framed pictures of bodybuilders hung up on the wall, anabolic asf. The equipment is fantastic, having both life fitness and hammer strength equipment for the same resistance patterns. Lovely workers as well. read more

My partner and I tried this gym for the first time, and we love the vibe! I've been walking and driving by this gym for years and finally decided to try it out. Stephen, the staff person that day was super friendly and helpful. We went midday so we didn't have to wait for any machines. Plenty of machines and free weights to use. Did I mention that this place was super clean? While most of the equipment rings 'old school', there were some new bikes and other equipment in there! We're excited to finally join a gym that we can walk to. If you are driving in, parking can be challenging on Highland depending on the time of the day. read more

Fitness Factory - Gyms Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This is a great little "old-school" style gym. I dropped in while I was visiting Pittsburgh, and felt very welcome despite not being a regular member. Fitness Factory has a bit of a "rough around the edges" feel, with some of the equipment a little bit older and a bit awkwardly positioned, but all and all, everything worked just fine and I was able to get a good workout in. They have a lot of "bodybuilding" style machines here, but also standard squat racks and deadlift platforms. They also have a lot of cardio equipment, including a rower and airdyne bike. One thing I did find a bit strange was all of the signs...there were signs everywhere with rules posted on them, and while many were not unusual rules (re-rack your weights, no chalk on the floor, etc), they were still a bit overwhelming (at one point, I counted 18 "instructional" signs within my line of sight). If you can get past that part of the experience, this really is a good little gym and you can get a lot done here. The $15 drop-in fee is quite reasonable, and I'll definitely be back at some point! read more

Fitness Factory - Lifting platforms - Gyms Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

We were in town for the Masters National bodybuilding show and needed a place to train. What gem of a place! Got the weekly pass and the team over there couldn't be any nicer! Gym is super clean and had all the equipment you need! Definitely will make a trip back and train! Recommend to anyone in town that needs to train! read more

Fitness Factory is a no-nonsense gym packed wall-to-wall with tons of weights, cardio equipment, and machines. During my first visit, I was a bit overwhelmed at the sheer amount of equipment in a fairly small space, but after being a member for about two months, I've learned that there is (usually) a method to the madness. The gym has a nice variety of cardio equipment- high quality treadmills, various bikes, ellipticals, etc. Even better, it all works, unlike some other gyms I've been to in the East End (I'm looking at you, LA Fitness). There's also an absurd number of machines. In addition to standard machines like lat pull downs, cable crossovers, and smith machines, you'll find wacky gimmicks like a solo ab crunch where you throw a ball and a kickboxing trainer. While these might have seemed like a good idea in the past, they seem out of place and mostly go unused... as does the climbing wall at the back of the gym. I haven't seen anyone use it because it is apparently a huge hassle to set up. I think everyone would be happier if the wall went away and there was just more space to do ab work in. There is an outstanding number of free weights, squat racks, and benches at Fitness Factory. They also have two raised platforms set up for deadlifting- how awesome is that? As a result, it's rare to have to wait to deadlift or squat. They also have a range of kettlebell pairs from 5 to 60 pounds. While I would like to see some heavier bells, you can definitely make things happen with what they have. The staff is friendly and keeps the gym clean. From what I've seen of the personal trainers, they are affable and train their clients well. While there are a couple of oddball members here and there who grunt more than they need to, most people are quiet but friendly when necessary, and work hard. A key point about membership at Fitness Factory is that they charge no initiation fee and allow you to go month-to-month or pre-pay for 3, 6, or 12 months and get a discount. There's no pressure to renew. Ultimately, this structure, along with the great equipment, led my wife and I to join up here versus another gym in the area (you also receive a small discount if you join as a couple). Parking can be a bit of a chore, but can usually be found on nearby side streets. The locker rooms are tiny and the lockers are sometimes full, but those flaws are a small price to pay for a great workout in the heart of the East End. read more

We are here for a bodybuilding contest this weekend and got a week pass to Fitness Factory!! This is exactly what I was looking for in a gym!! Tons of good, solid comfortable machines. Lots of free weights. Great variety with 4-5 different areas of equipment. The staff is super friendly. And thank you Medgar for the cookies for after my show!! lol read more

Honestly, the best gym I have found for my style of lifting. Semi-quiet around the hours I go which are 4-6. The camaraderie of the employees who work here are astounding. Everyone is polite and it is always kept clean. You will often see the manager Sam either mopping or dusting as the day goes by. Wouldn't change my membership for anywhere else. read more

I regret that I avoided checking out this gym for so long, being an anxious parker and put off by the busyness on Highland. The equipment in here is a little cramped but I've never had to wait for a machine, even during peak times. Everything is super clean, people actually rerack their weights and are polite, and the overall vibe is just great. Lots of people putting in hard work but not an intimidating atmosphere at all. The All Access Pass is definitely worth it too! read more

Fitness Factory has been my home gym for the last three years and I could not be more thankful for it. Please don't let it's size fool you, Fitness Factory has everything a Bodybuilder (or average gym goer needs). I prepped for my first competition's last year at Fitness Factory and the 24/7 access was a life saver, there were multiple times where I had to do my cardio at 4am and FF is the only gym in the city open at that time. The Owner's Mike and Fran and the Staff are always extremely Nice and helpful and it feels great to support a local business run by great people. read more

Fitness Factory is a small neighborhood gym on South Highland. There is no pool, no basketball courts, no squash trainers, no smoothie bar, etc. It is the best priced option in the area, as well. If you want to pay $50/mo to say you have a sauna in the locker room, you'll be happy to know that Urban Active has opened their doors right down the road, and that the parking is plentiful. What Fitness Factory does have is a good exercise environment: 3 rooms - one mostly machines, a rock wall, cardio; one free weight room, two power racks, a few benches, more cardio, and a small third room with floor mats, medicine balls, punching bags, etc and no equipment littering the floor. The decor of the place is funky, light-up neon squiggles on the wall, abstract art mixed with pictures of bodybuilders, a few random retro ads featuring a famed lifter of yesteryear(Thanks, Cybex! - Arnie) I will be the first to admit that yes, this place is crammed, however it is not to the point that you can't maneuver, nor to the point that you can't do whatever exercise you want to do safely. The staff is friendly, the owner signed me up and he was very nice, and I have seen people working with the personal trainers, and they all seem friendly as well. The gym is clean. People follow the signs to put away their free weights, there are spray bottles everywhere, and I have yet to so much as smell a foul odor, which is impressive. Again, this isn't a multi-million dollar LA Fitness - It's a gym, and it's not going to be pristine. My only complaint about the place is that the hours are bad unless you buy the 24 hour access pass, which is $35/year(They give you a small RFID dongle which will open the side door, and the locker room respective of your sex - so ladies you can feel safe in your locker rooms at night). This is great, however they close off the free-weight room after hours, and while I can understand it from a safety standpoint, I'm not big on machines so it throws a wrench into my workout if I'm ever late to the party. So far I haven't been in during peak hours, but around noon I often find I get a whole room to myself, I think the most people I've ever seen in there was 10, and I have yet to have to share any equipment. Again, if you're looking for a cheap neighborhood gym that you can go to, do your workout, and come home - this is the place to join. If you want a smoothie bar, head on a little further down Penn. Also, there is a sign currently offering a free Yoga class through June 2011, so it seems like they are trying to compete with the gyms offering classes/services to their members read more

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Love it here! My husband and I have been members for about 6 months and have been super pleased with our experiences. This was my first time joining a gym, and I was super nervous about what to expect. I love the atmosphere here, everyone is really friendly (staff and fellow gym goers), and I never feel judged (which was always my fear about gyms). The 24 hr membership is great, and there never seems to be a wait time for any of the equipment. The space is super clean, with a lot of variety, and everything is always in working order. We mainly keep to ourselves, but the staff is always friendly and helpful whenever we ask. read more

This is a FIVE STAR GYM HANDS DOWN 1. Open 24/7. 2. Everything you need to workout. 3. Friendly staff and trainers (A Pleasant and friendly workout environment). 4. Since joining three plus years ago haven't seen a any broken equipment. 5. So if you really want to workout, this is the place to be! I see the growth in myself and others that come!!! FYI Try a protein shake!!!!! read more

I was in town for my boyfriend's bodybuilding competition and needed a place to maintain my training schedule.. this is an Awesome gym ... a large selection of all types of equipment , multiple cable machines , isolation machines , and dumbbells , barbels and racks ... options with cardio equipment as well, not just treadmill but also has stair masters , ellipticals , etc . WhAt makes it great are the welcoming owners and staff . You can tell they love what they do ... the equipment is maintained well , facilities are clean and pleasant , and the owners and trainers are engaging and friendly ... I highly recommend this gym ! read more

Fitness Factory - Gyms Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Came to Pittsburg for a weekend trip and was looking for a gym similar to my home gym in Syosset, NY (Bev Francis Powerhouse Gym). Fitness Factory is perfect. Decent size gym with plenty of free weights and cable machines. Loved their strength training room with even more free weights and a good number of barbells to get your deadlift on. Definitely recommend for any athletes who don't want to miss a training day while on vacation. read more

This gym is not your usual big and fancy name brand gym; it's better. Sure, it doesn't have an olympic-sized pool, basketball courts, racquetball and squash courts, a whirlpool, five sauna rooms, huge shower areas and changing rooms, and a smoothie bar. No, Fitness Factory offers only the essentials plus a little extra: weight lifting machines, free weights, treadmills, ellipticals, bicycles, a rock climbing wall, small changing rooms with lockers, protein bars and drinks for sale at the front desk, and nice staff. You won't be waiting in line to use any of the machines even during the busiest times of the day (e.g., lunch, late afternoon). Actually, I've only seen probably 12 people max in the gym. Granted I haven't gone during the weekend yet, so that estimate will probably be a little greater. How the gym manages to minimize wait times is they pack plenty of machines inside. Because of this, however, navigating around all the machines might require a little balance and coordination (extra caution if you are doing a leg day!). Now, the people here are not there to loiter or show off. They are there to actually work out and focus on themselves. No shouting, grunting, groaning, nor moaning here (unless you are doing some way serious lifting...or you pulled a muscle or something). So no need to feel self-conscious. Do whatever you want, as long as you don't hurt yourself, you respect others, you put your weight back, and you clean up after yourself. Pricing is not bad. For new members, the annual membership is $350/year, and they offer a 24/7 All-Access Pass that is an additional $50/year. You can check out their website for more information regarding pricing. They also offer personal training, which you can also check out on your website. read more

If you are looking for a place that isn't trying to cater to your intimidation. Then this is the gym for you. I recommend this gym to the ones who are really dedicated to changing their life for the better. This gym doesn't have judging eyes or laughter like those franchise "Richard Simmons" gyms claim they do. The first thing one of the workers taught me was that you would feel like home here and that this place is nothing but inspiration. You look around and see what your body and charisma to replicate. And it is very true. It's never too crowded and you can always find a machine to use. I highly recommend this gym as a true place to be inspired for greatness. I'm not In shape at all. Trying to be and this gym actually makes me want to come. Most gyms sign you up and forget about you. Not this place. They know you by first name. read more

This gym is a great spot, location is great! Atmosphere is solid, much better than most gyms around! Being 24hrs is a huge bonus also!

This is the worst gym I have ever belonged to. I signed for a year long membership and can't wait to pull the plug on that contract. The manager is the rudest person I have ever met in my life. The gym is very small and they fill every inch with work out equipment and weights. This doesn't sound like such a bad thing but tight areas when getting on and off cardio machines can be a real pain -- literally. Parking is a pain anytime after 5pm. Street parking usually fills up fast. read more

Hands down the best gym there is! I am a member of 3 gyms and by far, this is the best one! Clean, well run and great machines. Michael is the owner and he always makes sure he gets new machines and if there are out of order ones , it gets fixed right away. Worth the money to join! You won't be sorry. read more

Greatest gym in Pittsburgh! The owner's are very friendly, helpful and just great people in general. Any questions you may have about any piece of equipment, they're eager to help demonstrate or explain. I recommend this gym to my friends all the time. read more

This place has grown on me. I signed up because it's walking distance and because it's relatively cheap. 24 hour access is nice too. It's not for everyone. It doesn't have the luxurious feel of some pricier gyms I've belonged to (including the JCC in Squirrel Hill). But it actually has a better variety of equipment. I don't have to wait for that equipment. And, though the locker room isn't the sort of place I'd want to shower, I can shower at home. read more

Great service from Danielle. $15 for a walk in day pass. Everything you could really want, circuit stuff, lots of cardio machines, free weights, and the usual selection of resistance. Mini climbing wall at the back, looked also like a sun bed too. Good selection of protein drinks and snacks. They get a lot in the space they have. Everyone seemed friendly and happy to be there. Clean and small changing room, lots of lockers, bring a lock or use a the free opens lockers on the floor. Good. I'll happily come back if I'm in town again. read more

Lets get down to it. Size: much bigger than you would realize from outside. Some people feel it is too cramped, and in some cases I would agree. If you are into power lifting, i.e. deadlift, hang cleans, snatches, etc. then this place is not for you, but you can get a solid work out in. You will find a lot of machines and not many free weights, but a good amount of dumbbells, but space is limited for bench press and squats (only two racks). There is more than enough cardio equipment to keep the majority of people happy, and even when busy there you typically can find something. I have always hated these types of gyms, clean, no free weights, etc, but I like this place, then again I can no longer power lift due to joint issues, but that is a whole other story. The staff is friendly and most of the other gym goers are courteous. I think the price is fair, and it they don't want credit or checking account info like the big corporate gyms... Speaking of the big corporate gyms, this place seems like that. You know the place where people go after work so their friends and neighbors can see them there but they don'r really work out and just take up space, but FF is not that place. Everyone who is there is there to work out, some in better shape than others, but everyone is striving for one common goal, to be healthy! read more

Muscley people all around, Muscley people on the ground. Muscley people everywhere, Muscley people climb the stairs. Muscley people on the wall, Muscley people majority so tall. Muscley people making big huffs, Muscley people look real tough. Current treadmills are hard to love, New ones are being sent from above. Join the gym - it does not suck, In fact, it is a bang for your buck! *Fran & Ryan are amazing trainers. read more

I love Fitness Factory! I started going when I lived just around the corner, and have since moved a little farther out but kept my membership here! It is not the fanciest gym in Pittsburgh, but it definitely has everything I need. Lots of lifting equipment, machines, free weights, whatever you're into. I find there is enough equipment that I rarely have to wait for what I need. Lots of cardio machines too if you like to suffer every once in a while haha They also offer 24 hour access for a small additional fee which I really appreciate when my work schedule gets tough. My favorite part though is the staff and other gym goers. Everyone here is very friendly and the environment is so welcoming! read more

Old School Gym with all the functional toys needed for a complete workout. Friendly staff and music was on point!!!

Moved into the area and needed a gym. I've been to a ton of gyms over the years and FF is in the top. The owner is always there, always friendly, you can get a handful of products and supplements at the front that he'll vouch for rather than just being there for a cash grab. Equipment is plentiful (though a bit crowded in spots), everything is maintained, and there are some unique pieces I've never seen before. It's not a Planet Fitness, it's not some dungeon, but people who like both of those types will find everything they need. read more

I've been a member for over a year and love it. Tons of machines, friendly staff, lots of space. Pros: All access pass. Buy it. Best decision you can make, fifty bucks for a year of after hours access. I come early morning before work and having 24/7/365 is so nice. Comfortable environment. Cons: If you come during busy times parking can be a pain but weekends and mornings it's fine. No rowing machines! Why?? read more

Definitely the best gym in Pittsburgh! Hard core yet still has AC and a very cool atmosphere.

The fitness factory is a great place. I had an event there for the company I work for. I could not have been more impressed by the owner, staff, and members that were there. Everyone was kind and focused on their work out. There seemed to be a mutual respect between each and every member. Everyone put their weights away, helped another person if needed, and genuinely acted as if they were all friends even if they didn't know each other. This is a professional establishment that I would encourage anyone to attend to stay fit and be healthy. Thank you for having me and I look forward to coming back. -Angelo Petricca Pittsburgh Physical Medicine read more

Fitness Factory has to be one of the best gyms in Pittsburgh! There's a ton of equipment, so I find I almost never have to wait for a machine or weights, and they frequently circulate newer equipment in as needed and try out newer/different systems. A good variety. The people are friendly and environment is intimidation-free and comfortable with a good mix of members, men/women, older/younger, which is great. Locally owned and operated, they care about the gym, the people and the neighborhood. The price can't be beat. read more

Went to this gym while in town visiting family. Although I was intimidated to go to a gym other than my usual, I found the staff really attentive and welcoming. If I remember correctly I was helped by Mike the owner. The equipment was good and I found everything I needed easily. I plan on coming back next time I'm in the area. read more

I'm not generally big into fitness classes and would usually rather be left to my own devices, which is exactly why Fitness Factory works for me. The gym itself is clean and full of any piece of equipment I'd need. I've never waited to use a piece of equipment in the year I've been a member, no matter the time of day. I love being able to pay up front for the whole year (a fee that is extremely reasonable). It's also nicely situated on South Highland, so I can walk from my apartment (on that note, I imagine that parking admittedly could be tricky at peak times of the day). I've met the owner and various staff members, who have all been pleasant and professional. If you're looking for a no fuss, no frills place to get your cardio and strength training in, check out the Fitness Factory. read more

We were in town for a bodybuilding competition and the gym we planned to go to was farther then we wanted to travel. Though it's a tight squeeze in places, FF hit all the marks. The staff was friendly and supportive - knowing we were bodybuilders. My team and I got in a good workout and cardio sesh. Will def be back next time we're in the area! read more

Straight to the point gym with good equipment! Anyone who takes their workouts seriously will appreciate the quality equipment and selection you have here to sport many different serious methods of exercise! read more

This place is not good. At least the day pass wasn't too expensive. The gym feels dirty. I wouldn't waste my time here at all.