On a scale of cotton candy to Brussels sprouts, CrossFit South Hills is a slow-cooked beef brisket…read more This type of deliciousness requires time and investment, but the payoff in flavor is 100% worth it. My sister started doing CrossFit in North Carolina, and I had the chance to try it a few times there. And then, I began to see the strength she was gaining from attending 3x/week. I wanted in. I checked around for CrossFit gyms near me, and I creeped on CrossFit South Hills on Instagram for months before finally signing up for the On-Ramp intro session. The On-Ramp one-on-one coaching sessions work on technique and gym terminology and are so helpful. Originally, I signed up for 6 months. I've now been attending CFSH for over 3 years, and I love how strong I am. I also love that I can just show up, and there's a workout already prepared for me. The CFSH community is also great because everyone takes the time to cheer for one another. Coaches are also accommodating for injuries, offering modifications and other options if you can't do a movement. This helps to make sure that you can continue to grow stronger while healing. The gym might be hard to find at first since it's tucked away off the train tracks with a bunch of other warehouses. There's plenty of parking. Inside the gym, there are cubbyholes for your stuff and a child play area if you have kids. Pro Tip: Bring water and clothing you're okay getting a bit dirty

I moved out of Pittsburgh in July and was trying to find a CrossFit gym that was within a…read morereasonable distance to Monongahela. I found this gym that was in Finleyville. I thought it was great because it was only about a 15 minute drive from me. I wanted to start doing classes as soon as possible I was in contact with this gym in August and my contract started in September. I signed up for a six month contract which was 130 dollars for only three classes. The other CrossFit gym I attended was 130 for unlimited classes. So I already was on the fence about this gym with it being so much more expensive. I joined anyways since it was close to me. So I was only allowed 3 classes a week and if I signed up for the class and didn't go it counted as one of my classes but you had to cancel more than a hour before the class if you had to cancel or you were locked in. Which I understand that there are only so many spots in the classes but I rarely saw the classes filled. They didn't have many class times that I was personally able to make it to. My old gym had classes and open gym at noon which was nice for people who worked odd shifts like me. This gym didn't open at those time the last class is at 9am then the next class is at 430 pm or something along those lines. By the end of my contract I was under the impression that my classes ended in January since I did take classes in August so I did not attend any classes in February. They didn't charge me until September which was my own misunderstanding and I am not holding them accountable for it but I did not attend any classes thinking my contract was over which sucks on my end. They also charged me for March which they shouldn't of and I contacted the owner and she refunded me and I brought up that I didn't attend any classes in February not knowing I was still a member and it was basically a loss for me and a gain for them. Then the owner asked if I wanted to continue going to their gym. There was no customer service involved in the discussion between me and the owner I do not want to stay at a gym or with a business that is charging cards after their contracts are over. Also the other gym I went to had a military discount and a student discount this one does not. There is not many options for class times and there is no customer service involved in they way their business is run. They don't have enough equipment for the classes there were multiple times when my cousin and I would be scrambling to get a wall ball that was a certain weight since they only had two that weight. The classes themselves weren't as weightlifting focused as other CrossFit gyms I went to sometimes I felt like I didn't really get much of a workout in at their classes. I am giving this gym three stars because of all of the above I am not giving them three stars for me not going to classes in February (that was my fault) but I do feel as though it could of been handled in a different way and I may of continued going to classes at this gym for the simple fact it's close to me if there was any amounting decent customer service given to me when I contacted the owner.

Great gym, it would be better with a functioning water fountain. Its been 4-5 years since its been…read morelike this, come on.. Please fix it.

This is a great gym. Staff is nice and the place is kept clean. Always equipment availableread more

I came to this boxing center to try out a new workout. See I am a few years removed from working…read moreout (having 2 kids in 3 years will do that to you tho!). I wanted to try n shed some of this baby weight & I wanted try sumthing new. Boy did a make a mistake! The bald headed instructor was a complete jerk to me. Making me feel ashamed about not being able to keep up with the class. Hey buddy. It was my first time working out on years. Anyways I don't recommend this place. Who wants to get yelled at by people who think they are better than you because they are fit? Who wants to feel ashamed about their bodies by instructors who are supposed to be there to help and motivate? Won't be me. Never again. Bye Felicia

Pittsburgh Punch is hands down my favorite boxing gym (or probably any gym for that matter) that…read moreI've ever been to. Anthony and his team are the best of the best. They make every new member feel extremely comfortable and welcomed. They have a great focus on technique - they are constantly making sure that everyone is doing the moves correctly and will help you adjust if you're not. They're also extremely vocal with encouragement and just letting you know when you're killing it. Besides all of that, any class you take here will be a great workout and have you leave feeling incredible and energized. For anyone on the edge of trying a class here - take the chance and find your new favorite workout!

New fitness studio in Bethel Park!  If it doesn't challenge you, it doesn't train you- which is…read morevery accurate.  Their motto- "Be good, train nasty"- love it!  Karma is a studio with effective workouts, professional coaches and good vibes.  They bring the best combination of fun, and excitement mixed with solid training and tough workouts. They focus on three workout styles, cardio, strength and high intense interval training.  Their classes- "Catch These Hands" designed to work on endurance and cardiovascular conditioning, "Strong is Hot!" programmed to build and improve muscle composition and "All that & a Bag of Nuts" focused on high intensity interval training to improve heart rate recovery and advance fitness levels.  The owner is a super sweet woman who had a dream and is making it happen!  I love the concept and really enjoyed my work out!

From the owner: A studio with effective workouts, professional coaches, and good vibes only. Karma Fitness is the…read morebest combination of fun and excitement mixed with evidence based training and tough workouts.

I love the workouts here at 3MF! Their programming differs enough to keep it interesting but is…read morealso common enough that I don't worry I'll injure myself trying some new complicated movement. The staff is always great and the instructors are motivating, encouraging, helpful, and energetic! Mia Orlando normally instructs the classes that align with my schedule and she is amazing! I've also trained with Jamie and Ashley and they're both great! In the four months or so that I've been attending 3MF classes I've never run into any situation where classmates were jerks, standoffish, or anything else like that! Everyone is there for the same goal and will always help each other out!

My first class at this place was at their Bridgeville location per the recommendation of a friend…read more Had a good workout, the instructor was friendly, motivating and informative. I came here this past Monday for a 6am class, walked in about 10 minutes early, and there was a guy sitting behind their smoothie bar (the instructor for the class). Not only was he staring at his phone for the 10 minutes I waited for people to get to the class, he didn't ask me if I had been there before, didn't ask if I had any injuries he needed to know about, etc. Essentially, I think he was more concerned with sports stats or Instagram than anything else that morning. I would never come back to this location. You need to prepare your trainers to have better customer service/social manners than anything else. The workout was fine, it's the experience that made me not want to return.

I scheduled a class at this STRIDE location through Classpass and had a seamless experience from…read morestart to finish. I got a confirmation email of my booking which instructed me to be there 30 minutes early if so was a first timer. I was able to find parking relatively easily, was greeted by two very friendly staff members, and got all set up with my heart rate monitor. They have bathrooms available and lockers to store your belongings during class. The class instructor walked me through the days workout, showed me where all the equipment was, and ensured me that she would be nearby for any help during the workout. The class was exactly what I was looking for: fun and challenging. I left sweaty, but feeling accomplished. If I was looking for a full time workout studio, I would seriously be considering this location.

Love this place! At 55 years old, this is the first exercise regimen I have stuck with for longer…read morethan a few weeks. I'm not a runner, so I only walk on the treadmill. All workouts can be modified to your level - convenient class times, awesome instructors and state of the art equipment. Just do it !

I started at PKB on a whim via a living social deal soon after they opened. Little did I know I…read morewould be a member there for over a year. The members and number of trainers have grown immensely from when I started but the customer service is still the same. Everyone from the owners to the trainers to the members are great.... Down to earth, encouraging, etc. These are group workouts that push you but everyone does it at their own level so it works. I unfortunately had to leave the gym due to factors beyond my control but after I get resituated and back on a regular schedule I will be calling Gina to reinstate me at PKB. Not sure what I miss more, the workouts or the people/trainers/owners.

I have been here several times. Like everyone, 2018 is about new goals. I have changed up my…read morework out routine from traditional weight lifting to Pittsburgh Kettlebell and Performance. There is nothing wrong with traditional weight lifting. I just fell in a rut and did the same exercises at the same times during the week. PKP really mixes it up. I have been to 4 classes and exposed to 3 different instructors. The workouts are different and more circuit consistency. The participants are super helpful for newbs like me. The trainers are very conscientious to ensure you do not hurt yourself. They make sure your form is on point and urge you to use lighter weights. The classes are well organized (usually split into groups and the groups are doing different exercises). Overall - it is a high recommend. I am still not able to do everything the veterans do, but I am getting better each day. Tip - I learned from a veteran - wear sandles / flip flops and put your shoes on once you are inside. The entire floor is matted so they ask you not to have a different pair for inside so you do not track water, salt, dirt, etc... Overall: Atmosphere - Fun, Busy, the hour goes fast Cost - surprisingly very affordable. This would be ideal to augment a gym. Cheaper than a personal trainer and you get huge benefits Routines - very different - I don't think I have done the same thing once in the past 2 weeks of going.