I've recently started going to Bellefield to swim laps, and it's exactly what I expected: A…read moreno-frills campus rec center. The pool consists of four lanes, and if it's busy, you can share a lane with someone--to be courteous, I always stand at the end and ask permission to do so to avoid surprising them in the middle of the lane. The pool ranges from 3.5'-4' in depth, so diving is prohibited, and jumping in isn't advisable. The pool and the room that it's located in are a good temperature--warm enough to be comfortable, but cool enough to feel refreshed while swimming laps. For safety's sake, there is always at least one student lifeguard stationed at the side of the pool. The locker rooms are reasonably clean and well-kept, and include all of the amenities that you'd want, including showers, bathrooms, hairdryers, etc. (Full disclosure: I don't shower there since I live two blocks away.) You can rent a locker for the semester if you wish, but I always use the transient lockers reserved for day use only, which are quite convenient. Compared to the pool room, the locker room is quite a bit cooler, so be sure to towel off as much as possible after your swim! The locker rooms are segregated by sex, and are for use by both pool and fitness center users. I haven't used the exercise room yet, but it's on the smaller side, consisting of only one medium-sized room. It contains your typical basic cardio equipment (treadmills, ellipticals, erg, etc.), as well as a few free weights. At the times that I visit (after work, around 5:30), there are usually at least a few people using it, but there's usually enough room for a few more people to work out. The same is true for the pool. In addition to the pool and exercise, there's a gym above the pool for intramurals, which provides some interesting rhythmic background noise when people are playing basketball. The fitness facilities at Bellefield are for use by Pitt employees only (students, faculty, and staff), so be sure to stop by the security guard's window to the left with your ID when you enter to be scanned in. Since the location and the price (free) are right, I'll be back soon when I don't feel like cycling and want to get my workout on! 3.5 stars.

The fitness center is convenient whenever I can not make it all the way to my other gyms. The hours…read moreare good and the facilities are spacious. With the rising obesity epidemic, it is rewarding to know that many are attempting to lead healthier lives. The gym could use some improvements, mainly flooring and updating the locker rooms, but it is still better than sitting down on the couch.

Recently visited The Dragon's Den and had so much fun! We're adults and worried it was just for…read morekids, but it wasn't--climbing, swinging, and ziplining through a historic church was incredible! It's the only place like it in the world. Our instructor Unique was so supportive and made the instructions fun and easy to follow, for all ages in the group. Such a "unique" and exciting experience!

I went with my husband and 5-year old daughter and we all had a great time. The staff is very…read moreknowledgeable and helpful and the setting is pretty cool (inside an old church).

I love working out. The gym has everything I need. The facilities are fine. Certain aspects could…read morebe altered. For instance, the hours could be later. The gym could smell nicer. The guards could be friendlier. The equipment could be newer. The place isn't bad for what it is though. It will encourage more exercise & that should always be encouraged.

Classic family fun spot for your kids birthday party! Super affordable and accommodating for an…read moreeasy yet fun day for you and your family. We had the whale room, and it included drinks, pizza, and pasta. Plenty of space for the kids to run and play safely, and sitting and standing room for parents and family to hang. The staff is super friendly and very helpful!

The party rooms are ridiculously small. Staff bring your drinks, chips, nacho cheese, salsa and…read morepizza at a scheduled time but after that they don't bother coming to check if everything is okay.

What an amazing place to bring a family, watch some baseball as a stranger, walk the trails they…read morehave, enjoy the skate park amongst other activities directly inside the rec center. These activities include basketball courts, you can play air hockey, they have full loan vending machines and classes available for yoga , Zumba or whatever it is! Also If you are a resident of Peters Township you can get inside Rec. Cntr to play basketball for only $1.00!!! or get a year long membership for ONLY $8!!!! Wow!!!

Nice place to visit in the community. They have a gym with multiple basketball hoops. Walking…read moretrack. They have classes that you can take. They also have some other games and free WiFi.

Schenley Oval can be considered a center for sports and recreation for Oakland and Squirrel Hill…read more It features a 1 km-long oval, a 400m track, a couple of soccer fields, and tennis courts (free!). In a weekday evening or on weekend, expect to see many people enjoying the oval: jogging, playing soccer, frisbee, and tennis. The oval has two water fountains, and surprisingly one keeps running through the winter. There are restrooms in a small brick building and usually portable restrooms nearby. Schenley drive goes near the oval, providing ample space for free parking. Although this is a friendly and safe area, be careful leaving items there: my book was stolen when I left it for five minutes on Sunday night.

By Ed Skirtich…read more Freedom to dream, sunbath, read and play frisbee at the Schenley Park Overlook plus walk, jog, sprint, and play tennis and football at the Oval and inner track happen on a sunny day. On the benches outside the inner track and outside the oval, friends reunite with each other. Also, while walking along the oval mom and dad's hold their child's hand while walking, young adult joggers slowly trot, mildly jog, jog, and sprint. In Bob O' Connor's Tennis Courts, young adults toss the tennis ball back and forth. They play tennis quietly and patiently with each other. Regardless of your disability, race, gender, and age and size, no one bothers you when you do your activity at Schenley Park. Children's imaginations can flourish at Schenley Park. At the Overloook, a young boy flies his kite while other youth catch frisbee. Also, a young girl kicks a soccer ball with family. Runners are fun to watch because they sweat, pant, or just slowly jog, trot, and and walk. Small tall, skinny, and fat, the runners get their job done. Tennis players don't care what their score is, they just like to have fun and relax. Another interesting thing was a hip drum beats could be heard while going around the oval. Finally at the Overlook, you can read, write, sunbath, or just admire the Downtown Pittsburgh skyline.

I did roller skating for a while. And every so and then one of the workers would obnoxiously stop…read more And would constantly show off.

the owner was unreasonable when my friend did not understand some of the rules. and then he kicked…read morehim out without explaining then was being a creep around my group. Also my brother was waiting outside of laser tag with no skates on, and he almost got kicked out. i am not going back and I Would not recommend going