Jazzercise

0.9 mi

My twins dance here and have had amazing experiences. My son first participated in their ballet…read moreproduction of Peter Pan. He was not a student of the studio at the time but was warmly welcomed by everyone involved. One of the things we love is that in addition to the annual recital, they stage two full production ballets and a play. Kids of all abilities, sizes and talent levels are involved which isn't always the case in dance. In addition to the productions, classes are great. They are affordable and class sizes tend to be on the smaller side. We actually come from Monroeville to dance here (and many others come from a variety of towns too). If you are looking for a friendly, inclusive dance environment that also has great performance opportunities this is definitely the place.

From the owner: The Carnegie Performing Arts Center is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing quality…read moreperformance opportunity and dance education. For more then 30 years CPAC has been committed to bringing quality affordable performing arts education and experience to students of all ages. By providing a caring and nurturing environment CPAC belives that active participation in all aspects of performing will make available the most well-rounded arts education and result in the best prepared performer.

Carnegie Performing Arts Center - The Nutcracker - Sugar Plum Fairy

Carnegie Performing Arts Center - The Nutcracker - Clara and her Friends

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Carnegie Performing Arts Center

Pure Barre

(11 reviews)

2.0 mi

I love Pure Barre. These workouts have improved my hiking endurance and climbing. It's always…read morechallenging. I love how positive the instructors are. My favorite is that I get a full body workout in under an hour.

I would give pure barre 10 stars if I could. I love this place so much, it is practically my second…read morehome. With a variety of 3 different barre classes, pure barre is a workout for everyone of all ages. Some are in their teens while other superstars are in their 70s. Pure barre is the only workout I have stuck with for so long. At over 800 classes, I can testify it works! I am a better more confident version of myself since coming here. What do I love about purr barre? Well, the workouts are great and exciting. I love switching it up between classic, empower and reform. It is always a challenge. They have some of the best playlists and lets not forget about all of the awesome retail. The instructors and desk workers are fantastic. Everyone is so welcoming and friendly. Each and every class, the instructor walks around the room multiple times to correct your form to make sure you are getting the very best of your workout they encourage you to drop your seat a little lower or make your heels a little higher. They call everyone by name, which I love. Class times are offered every day, almost all day, making it super convenient for anyones schedule. As for the others who attend these classes, they are truly wonderful. I have made so many friends since coming to pure barre. It is a community of amazing women. Thinking about giving it a shot? You absolutely should! With many different membership and class pack options, you're guaranteed to find the right price for you. I would recommend pure barre Mt Lebanon to everyone! A workout that works & you have fun doing, it while making friends & wearing the greatest attire. What more could you ask for?

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3rd Street Belly Dance

0.4 mi

Joanna creates a safe and welcoming atmosphere for beginner as well as seasoned belly dancers. She…read moreenthusiastically shares her knowledge of belly dance techniques allowing those in her classes to feel beautiful.

From the owner: Are you looking for a fun, unique way to express yourself? We have just the thing you're looking…read morefor! Here at 3rd Street Belly Dance, we provide you with the belly dancing classes, workshops, and events that a meant to bring energy and fun into your day. We've created a space that nurtures and thrives our loving, creative community that's there to support you through your belly dancing journey. What's even better is that our studio is available to rent out for your own private event. Get ready to transform and expand your mind, body, and soul through the gift of belly dancing.

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Nova Ballroom

3.0 mi

My boyfriend and I had a wonderful time at our complimentary first lesson. Jon and Stratton were…read moreresponsive from the start and were great to work with. Neither of us are dancers, but Jon made the class accessible, relaxed, and fun, without losing the professionalism you associate with a great dance instructor. We are really looking forward to our next class and recommend!!

From the owner: Nova Ballroom Compny was founded in order to offer the transformative gift of dance to all. We are…read morePittsburgh's World Class Ballroom & Latin Dance Instructors. We specialize in Wedding Dance Lessons, Social Dance and Competitive Dance training. Check us out on our website for more info or call directly to get in touch. We can’t wait to dance with you!

Our world-class instructors make learning to dance a joy at Nova Ballroom Co.

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Our National-Finalist Instructors at the Blackpool Tower Ballroom, 2023

fireWALL Dance Theater

(3 reviews)

6.9 mi

On a scale of cotton candy to Brussels sprouts, FireWall Dance Theater is a chipotle mocha latte…read more It's hot. Have you ever gone down a rabbit hole of dance videos online, and you want to move like that? Well, FireWall definitely can give you that moment with choreography, movement, and video. A friend and I attended a special Sip & Sexy 2-hour event, and we were floored by how fun it was. For the first time, I felt sexy when dancing, and the people at FireWall are truly a hype squad. I'm sold, and I've purchased a class pass to return to more classes (and I have!). Parking can be spicy, but if you're there after 6 pm, street parking becomes free. If you want free parking, you'll need to park up near Josephine Street, and that's a few blocks away.

Firewall is an awesome addition to the dance community in pgh! It is located in Carnegie and not…read moregoing to lie the entrance was hard to find at first, the address will take you to the front of the building but the entrance is actually in the back alley. There is a huge free parking lot in the back as well. The owner is one of the sweetest people I've met and I've only been to two classes. Very uplifting and radiates positivity. Love that it is a drop in studio so adults are welcome. Honestly my only down fall now is that you are still required to wear masks even with the mandates lifted and being vaccinated. I totally understand wanting to be extra cautious, selfishly just hate being so sweaty in a mask dancing. will be back for more.

Weekly Drop In Class Schedule - Check Out Our Instagram @firewalldancetheater For Daily Updates!

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Weekly Drop In Class Schedule - Check Out Our Instagram @firewalldancetheater For Daily Updates!

BallroomVille

2.8 mi

My wife and I (we are a happily married couple - 37 years- I'm 65 and my wife is 62) looked into…read moreand began our lessons at BallroomVille Dance approx. 3 months ago; we checked out a couple other places, but when we met Kelsey and Igor, we knew that was where we would learn - after 65 and 62 years - how to dance; my wife and I both have "2 left feet" when it came to dancing; Kelsey has brought us along at a pace we are comfortable with; we take 2 lessons a week, and we are so excited about what we've learned, we practice 3 times a week at one of our university's (where we both work) courts; we signed up for 60 lessons (our daughter is getting married next August, and we promised her that we would dance appropriately (no beer) and fashionably at her wedding; we couldn't be happier with our experience with Kelsey - she is professional, yet gracious, classy, yet humble, and we never leave her place without knowing exactly what we've learned; she meets us at our level of learning and we are completely at ease with each new lesson; Kelsey takes nothing for granted and always explains everything with great detail, never making us feel inadequate; she possesses enormous positive physical and emotional energy, and my wife and I are energized by her energy! In a nutshell, we give Kelsey and Igor 5 stars because they have exceeded our expectations, and, for the first time in our lives, made us believe that we can dance (and will continue to dance into our 90's)!!, all with class, professionalism, competence and graciousness; our experience with BallroomVille could not be any better!! Beyond our wildest dreams and expectations!

From the owner: Wedding Dance Lessons, Ballroom Dance Lessons, Latin Dance Lessons, Social Dance Lessons, Pro/Am,…read moreCompetitive and Kids/Youth Dance Programs. See you on the dance floor!

First dance as husband and wife

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Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall

4.7

(15 reviews)

0.7 mi

This is such an incredibly cool space! I've been here to use…read morethe library, to attend performances, to participate in performances and attend special events in the event space. All of the experiences have been wonderful. The library portion is fantastic. A large kids section with friendly and helpful librarians, a great area (with a fireplace!) to relax, computers and an overall great selection of books. The music hall portion is wonderful as well. Seats are pretty comfortable with a decent amount of room and you can see well from basically anywhere in there. The backstage area has two large dressing rooms with lighted mirrors. The only downside is that there is fairly limited parking, so if you are attending an event, you need to get there early enough to grab a spot or hope for nearby street parking.

I couldn't imagine walking up the street or steps from the main street in Carnegie to the Library…read more Let's hear it for automobiles. Built high on the hill, I am sure it witnessed a lot of Pittsburgh history. The kind staff allowed us to see the theater. It is very similar to Carnegie Library of Homestead. The lower level seats have been adopted and refurbished with nice padding. The Library is still raising funds to refurbish the seats on the 2nd floor. The fireplace on the main floor of the Library is enormous from floor to ceiling (at least 20 ft ceilings). The Civil War Nurses exhibit brought us to the library. Very enjoyable. We will be back to experience other events at the Library and theater. Ample parking during Library hours. Not sure enough parking onsite for theater events. Street parking available.

Some of the nurses who made a difference

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Exhibit focusing on nurses of the Civil War

Settlers Cabin Park

4.2

(34 reviews)

4.2 mi

Reviewing things in 2020 is, well, a little strange. If you're like me, you aren't exactly rushing…read moreout to the places we normally review. Instead, Settlers Cabin Park is one of the spots I frequent these days - for exercise, for a literal change in scenery, and to unplug from the current day-to-day of working at home. I want to mention early that part of the beauty of this 1,600+ acre county park is that it was once the site of various coal mines - this gorgeous space has been restored to what you see when you visit it now. Knowing that adds another level of appreciation, at least for me! After its history, the second biggest reason I love Settlers Cabin Park is the number of trails available to use. If you check out their website and maps, you can see an overview of the five or six total trails here. Some of them are on the shorter side, others are longer, and a lot of them directly interconnect at different points. That makes it easy to explore more than one trail in a single visit - one day I started out on the green trail, somehow went far enough to get to the purple trail, and finished the loop back to my car on the blue trail. (I promise, that will make more sense after looking at a map!) There are other things here besides the trails - tennis courts, field hockey, playgrounds, pavilions, wave pools, etc. Interestingly, Settlers Cabin Park is technically also home to the Pittsburgh Botanical Garden, which is another outdoor spot I adore. For the trails alone, I consider Settlers Cabin Park to be my perfect escape these days. I can hike anywhere from 1.5 to 6 miles, at any pace that I want. Bonus points - as long as I don't mind the hilly climbs involved, I can take some time to enjoy the sight and sound of the park's baby waterfall. (Some articles call it a mini waterfall, but given how small it is, I call it a baby!) Any time I spend here is always time well spent, and I'm sure I'll be back again soon.

If you grew up anywhere near Robinson, Settlers Cabin is basically the summer spot to be…read more I've been hitting up that wave pool since I was a teenager. And honestly, you can't talk about Settlers Cabin without mentioning the picnic groves. I swear, half of my summer weekends over the decades have been spent at a cookout, grad party, or other gatherings with friends at one of those pavilions, eating hot dogs and hamburgers. When my daughter was little I brought her there through her teenage years with her friends. Always a good spot to spend a hot summer day in Pittsburgh.

Little wood satyr butterfly

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Forsythe Miniature Golf & Snacks

I finally made it to Forsythe Mini Golf and Snacks. Such a cute farm woodsy decor with hanging…read morelights, mature trees and split rail fences. I stopped by after a walk in Carnegie Park, literally next door, for a snack. Their speciality is homemade ice cream cookie sandwiches. I split the s'mores with my hubby and was surprised when they offered to cut the sandwich in half... what a nice service. There are a couple of tables to the right of the snack stand. Highly recommend this indulgent summer treat!

I have been going to Forsythe for mini golf for a couple of decades now and have seen the changes…read moreand it's all great. Heck, if in season when I'm home for visits, friends and I still like to swing by and play. Get it? Swing by...lol. It's such a cute mini-golf set up that has stood the test of time. A fixture in the Carnegie landscape. They're always busy (great thing) and service is always super helpful and friendly.

Party Sandwich with a party cookie (white chocolate chip and sprinkles with birthday cake ice cream)

Part of the course

Don't forget a pup cup

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Kniess' Miniature Golf

4.6

(56 reviews)

9.1 mi

We had such a wonderful experience at Kniess' mini golf course yesterday! Mary, the owner, was…read moreincredibly kind, and all of her employees were very accommodating and welcoming throughout our visit. You can really feel the friendly atmosphere from the moment you arrive. The golf course itself is beautiful, well-kept, and full of unique character. There is so much cool paraphernalia and fun trinkets all throughout the property that make it interesting even between holes. Every hole was set up so neatly, with creative layouts, multiple drops, and thoughtful details that kept it fun the entire way through. I especially loved that they had an easier course for younger kids, which made it perfect for our children, and we also noticed the moving/more challenging course, which looked like something my husband and I would love to come back and try on our own. The seating areas placed along the way made it feel relaxing and enjoyable, and there was so much to look at that the whole experience felt special. One helpful thing to know before you go: it is cash only, so make sure you come prepared. It was $25 for 2 adults and 2 kids under 6. Overall, such a fun family outing with a lot of charm -- we will absolutely be back!

So delightful and whimsical and fun. I went with a group of 4 and it was the perfect amount of…read morepeople. It's a bit older, but definitely not run down. I think they should offer more refreshment options because we were out there for like 2 hours in the sun.

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Dragon

The Phantom’s Revenge

4.3

(3 reviews)

12.1 mi

Ranked #1 Roller Coaster by USA Today 2025! An exciting and…read moreexhilarating experience! Fun filled coaster enjoyed by all ages. Very smooth ride with twist and turns and loops for a great ride. Such a cool view of the park atop the highest point of the coaster. Highly recommended ride for thrill seekers. The line can be long at times but it's well worth the wait for the thrill it brings. A must ride while visiting Kennywood, don't go by, give it a try! Looking forward to the thrilling ride again soon!

I rode The Phantom's Revenge expecting a thrilling experience, and while it definitely delivered on…read morespeed and intensity, it just wasn't for me. The airtime was relentless. Practically every hill had me floating or slamming back down, and after a while, it stopped feeling fun and started to feel a little uncomfortable. I know some coaster fans live for that kind of extreme airtime, and if that's your thing, you'll probably love this ride. It's smooth, fast, and has a legendary drop, but for me, the constant weightlessness was too much. That said, I'd still recommend it to anyone who enjoys high-adrenaline rides and can handle intense airtime. It's clearly a favorite for a reason--it just didn't suit my personal taste and I'd prefer the woodies over this.

Phantom's Revenge roller coaster

Entrance

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Cranberry Township Community Waterpark

3.8

(12 reviews)

22.1 mi

As a long time Cranberry resident (non-pool member) who visited our wonderful pool for the first…read moretime this season yesterday AND today-I felt I needed to update my last review from a few years ago. As a Yelp Elite All Star I noticed that the most current YELP review for this pool was a one star review based solely on what this person thought the price should be for entry for her & her kids & her comparison to North Park Pool. First off Cranberry Township Waterpark, offers more than just a pool. It has a very large kids area with large kiddie pool, water dump bucket, splash pad & preschool water sliding board. It has a dedicated lap swim lane at all times. It has a waterside, low diving board, water tunnel sliding board, water climbing wall, sand volleyball court, grassy play areas, concession stand with large variety of foods, drinks & desserts & bathrooms with showers & changing rooms. There are giant umbrellas for shade, and many lounge & some Adirondack chairs. You can get water wings, or life vests for your kids there if needed. This is not a county pool like North Park Pool. NPP is run by the county. Cranberry is run by the township (not Butler County) & managed & staffed by high school kids. YES, the prices ARE higher than Allegheny County & City pools: 2025 Daily Admission Rates Residents: $11 Non-Resident: $16 Children: 2 - 12 years old Resident:$10 Non-Resident: $14 Children under 2: FREE 55+ Senior Resident: $10 Non-Resident: $14 Twilight Rates (after 6 p.m.) Resident: $8 Non-Resident: $10 Tuesday Night Swims: 9-11 p.m. Members: FREE Non-Members: $8 But that gives ZERO reason to diss this beautiful waterpark & all it has to offer. I highly recommend our pool & have taken out of town guests here with young kids several times in the past 20 years & they all loved it.

A nice little park to play with your littles 6 months and up! Only downside is that there's minimal…read moreshade so bring an umbrella just in case.

Water dump bucket in kiddie pool

Jump!

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Dive area

Frontier Falls

4.9

(13 reviews)

23.5 mi

Different kind of experience. It's on a hillside with several waterfalls. Great landscaping…read more Challenging course layout.

I love this course! Holes are fun, not to expensive and its a greag time for the family!read more

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Paradise Island Bowl and Beach

"The beach is open," I explain to my husband, tossing him some sunscreen. "Lather up," I said…read more The outdoor space at Paradise Island is open May - September. It has an upper level with a bar and cornhole setup. The lower level has a stage, another bar, and lots of tables. You are right on the river so you can dock your boat or relax by the water. Drinks are cheap especially during happy hour. Service is prompt. I wish I could get draft beer out there, but it's okay.

I've been to Paradise Island many times, and it's always a great time. One of my favorite parts is…read morethe outdoor beach area--relaxing on the couches with a drink is the perfect vibe. Inside, there's plenty to do as well. The bowling and other indoor experiences make it fun no matter the weather. During the summer, the beach atmosphere really shines, and the live bands are the best--great music, great energy, and such a fun crowd. Paradise Island is an awesome spot whether you want to relax, be active, or just enjoy a summer night out. Always a go-to for me!

Stage and left bar

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Dormont Pool

4.5

(27 reviews)

2.7 mi

Super-popular pool in the South Hills, very close to downtown Pittsburgh. It's another of my…read morefavorites. Been going to this pool since I was in my late teens and often took my daughter to this pool when she was young. Living in the city it was nice to make a mini trek to the pool for something different. I've been known to swing by when home for visits as well. The pool is huge with lots of space to sprawl out and hang out on a towel or blanket when not in the water. Very well taken care of.

For just $8?! It can't be beat…read more Had a lovely Sunday Funday at the Dormont Pool. They have lots of parking and you can't bring your own chair and float. It wasn't nearly as crowded as I expected it to be-there was lots of space to spread out. I was also impressed with how clean everything was. The snack bar had lots of tasty and affordable options.