I have gone to PFP since they opened. Previously I was a member at LAF in Bakery Square, and PFP was a welcome change from the big corporate gym atmosphere. The personal interaction between the staff and clients makes for a much more welcoming environment. Tom and Brian have brought in a fantastic staff and created a great atmosphere to workout, whether it is through personal training or group fitness.
There is lots of parking available and the location is great. Stop in today to check out PFP! It is a place where you can work on fitness goals that are important to you, not the person next to you. I have been coming to PFP for over three years, and this is the first place where I have felt challenged and seen results.
There is lots of parking available and the location is great. Stop in today to check out PFP! It is a place where you can work on fitness goals that are important to you, not the person next to you. I have been coming to PFP for over three years, and this is the first place where I have felt challenged and seen results.
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Tom and Brian started the Pittsburgh Fitness Project to provide the community with a judgement free space where members can reach their health and fitness goals. Tom, a national Olympic Weight Lifting champion and personal trainer, and Brian, a physician and avid runner, combine to bring the Pittsburgh area the finest in barbell training, fitness and exercise recovery.
This class will test your strength limits and be split into two parts. This first half of the class will focus on one of the 4 major lifts: Squat, Deadlift, Overhead Press, and Bench Press. The second half of the class will focus on accessory strength movements. This Power Hour class is designed to cover your cardio, strength, and core all in one class!
Group training keeps you motivated and working hard while working with a coach keeps you safe and injury-free. Each day, we'll build you a challenging workout that combines the best of all fitness methods, grounded in exercise science. You will have a network of people to connect with about your progress and goals.
Real results, faster. Work with one of our expert coaches to fast-track your results and receive the personalized attention you deserve. Pittsburgh Fitness Project is home to PFP Barbell, a USA Weightlifting Club. PFP Barbell is part of East Coast Gold Weightlifting: The most successful weightlifting team in the United States.
Achieving your goals often depends on what you do inside and outside of the gym. Most people don't know where to start. With all of the contradictory information on the internet, it's easy to get overwhelmed. You can remove the guesswork by letting one of our professional coaches develop a plan just for you.
Reviews (16)
Nanci Goldberg
Nov 07, 2021
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I really needed a personal trainer and not just another gum membership. PFP is perfect! It is welcoming and accepting of everyone. I never feel out of place. Everyone is friendly. The new massage therapy space is wonderful! I finally found a "gym" that doesn't make me feel awkward or uncomfortable...and it is very affordable!
Ankita Roy
Sep 24, 2021
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Kev H.
Sep 22, 2021
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The atmosphere here is one of kindness and friendship. There is a strong sense of community that is very close yet open to new people joining. The coaches are knowledgeable and are able to help people at all skill levels. You never feel belittled or weak. The coaches work with you to become the best you can be. If you want to begin your fitness journey or seek to continue it, definitely come here!
Eric Heim
Sep 12, 2020
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I really think the classes motivate me to exercise. I find it much easier to commit a particular hour of my day to exercise than forcing myself to fit it in at the end of the day. Also, the instructors, to a person, are very knowledge and ensure I push myself each sesion, so I know I'll be getting a good workout each time.
Charissa Vaunderbroad
Jul 14, 2020
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Great spot! Friendly and supportive. Expert trainers, best equipment in town, good classes in a fun environment. I am grateful to have found this intelligent and diverse crew. I’ve been going a little over a year and it’s been amazing to see the changes in my family’s health over the months. All ages, sizes, and kinds of people. Bonuses: Free parking and occasional social events.
Rob Mucklo
Jun 16, 2020
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Robin Schweitzer
May 31, 2020
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PFP is awesome. If you have aesthetic goals they will certainly help you meet them, but that isn't really the focus of most of the people that work out here. Overall this is a very body-positive space. You're much more likely to get feedback on your form or progress in fitness than on your appearance. People of all shapes and sizes work out here and everyone is super welcoming! I have made a lot of progress in my lifts and found a great community to boot.
Erica Erickson
Feb 27, 2020
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During college, I had a great support network of friends to go lifting and have fun with. All of those friends graduated and left me with no motivation to go the gym, something that used to be a very fulfilling activity for me. I tried joining a mass gym with the cheapest membership, but it didn't provide any sense of community, a very important… aspect for me.
In PFP Barbell, I have once again found that group of supporters and friends that make me WANT to go to the gym again. The space is welcoming, the people are fun, the coaches are knowledgeable, and the workouts are tough.
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In PFP Barbell, I have once again found that group of supporters and friends that make me WANT to go to the gym again. The space is welcoming, the people are fun, the coaches are knowledgeable, and the workouts are tough.
The space
Ashley Calvimontes
Sep 09, 2019
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Jillian Barnet
Oct 21, 2018
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Martin Brembly
Sep 10, 2018
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Amanda Thompson
Dec 07, 2017
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Where to start? This place is perfect- clean, spacious, and welcoming. The trainers are amazing- knowledgeable, helpful, and friendly. The small, structured classes are, as I quickly learned, exactly what I needed to be motivated and push myself harder and more consistently than I ever could have imagined. I have been wasting money for half my… lifetime “donating” to gym memberships and dreading every second spent “exercising” with no results. PFP provides a free personal assessment, a free first class, and several affordable options to get started. I’ve never
Kitty Julian
Sep 13, 2017
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I love this gym. The trainers are extremely knowledgeable and the classes are fun and challenging. Because classes are small, there instructors take a lot of time, particularly in weightlifting classes, explaining proper form and keeping an eye on everyone. This is huge: I've spent a lot of time winging it on weightlifting machines and having no idea if I was doing the right things.
Kate Flynn
May 03, 2017
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I've been going to classes for about a year now, and that's probably the longest I've ever committed to a fitness routine. Jill is the absolute best! The staff challenges you and encourages you to do 5 more reps, 5 more pounds, 5 more seconds.... But it's never too much. Even in the class settings, they get to know you well enough that it feels like a personalized training. Whether you're a regular weightlifter or barely workout, this is an amazing place to be!
Rob Webb
May 02, 2017
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Phillip James
Apr 25, 2017
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