Training Space

Training Space is excellent! I love the personalized, challenging workouts that Charles creates for me 3x / week and have never felt stronger. I have two young kids and a challenging and intense job, and weight training has taken my personal health to the next level, I am so grateful for this space and community. Feeling strong, confident, proud of my progress and excited to keep expanding my abilities. Thank you to everyone at training space and especially to Charles the best trainer ever!!!! Come check out training space !!

Training Space is an absolute gem in the fitness world, and it has truly transformed my life in more ways than one. After walking out of the hospital in 2022 due to an acute condition, I found myself losing a significant amount of muscle mass, and I knew I needed a place that could help me get back on track. Thankfully, I stumbled upon Training Space, and boy, was it a game-changer!

From the moment I walked in, I knew I was in the right place. Meeting Michael, the owner, was like meeting an old friend. The vibe of the gym was unlike any other I had experienced before, and the presence of strong lifters around me was genuinely motivating. It was evident that this place was special, different from the typical gyms I had visited in the past.

I decided to sign up for a transformation program with Michael, and it was undoubtedly the best decision I could have made. With his expert guidance, I started building back muscle and adopting a healthier lifestyle. Michael encouraged me to take on heavier lifts, such as deadlifts, bench presses, and squats. Surprisingly, it was the first time I felt comfortable handling such heavy weights, all thanks to his excellent coaching and support.

Throughout my journey, Michael was my pillar of strength, supporting me not only in my fitness goals but also in various aspects of life. His dedication, encouragement, and mentorship were unparalleled, and I owe my substantial increase in strength to his personalized training approach.

In less than a year, I achieved something I had never thought possible: I competed in my first powerlifting meet and proudly brought home a gold medal. Michael's belief in me made all the difference, and I will forever be grateful for his unwavering support.

What sets Training Space apart from other gyms is Michael's vision of fostering a strong community. The atmosphere during the "Third Space" event, which I was privileged to be a part of as a DJ, was incredible. The art, music, dancing, and delicious food brought everyone together in a way that was truly heartwarming. This sense of belonging and camaraderie among gym members, friends, and family is truly special and something I haven't experienced anywhere else.

The trainers at Training Space are exceptional, each with a deep understanding of their clients' needs. While powerlifting is at the core, people attend for various reasons, and there is a welcoming atmosphere for everyone. I also appreciate the fact that this place embraces individuality and encourages people to be themselves, free from any stifling constraints.

In conclusion, I can't recommend Training Space enough to anyone on their fitness journey. Michael's passion for what he does, his commitment to his clients' well-being, and his dedication to building a vibrant community are truly commendable. If you're looking for a place to transform your body, mind, and soul, Training Space is the ultimate destination. I am forever grateful for the positive impact it has had on my life, and I look forward to continuing my journey in this amazing place!

I contacted Training Spaces late one night when I was feeling frustrated with my lack of progress. Let me back up a bit... I'm a woman in my early 40's, two young kids, and I run about 2-3x a week. After my youngest became fairly self-sufficient, I decided to get back in shape. I thought it would be pretty easy because I'd done it before with my first kid. But this time, after working out for 3 months straight, I saw no progress. I even increased running to 7 days a week. And yet, every morning when I woke up, I felt like a truck hit me. I also noticed other changes, like falling/staying asleep became difficult, my cycle was off, etc. I did a bunch of research and realized I was going through perimenopause. One of the suggested methods to get through perimenopause is to build muscle and regain strength, so that's why, late one night, I found Training Spaces and decided to sign up.

I'm now in week 7 with Charles, and here are the results I'm seeing:
- My sleep is more regulated. I can fall/stay asleep for at least 6-7 hours a night, versus erratic 2-4 hour cycles before.
- My cycle is closer to what it used to be, and I no longer have heavy symptoms.
- I can eat almost anything I want without huge blood sugar spikes.
- I am much stronger. I'm able to lift my 5-year old without taking out my back.
- I have so much energy now. I wake up at 7 am, and literally go all day until 11 pm, and I feel fine. I used to crash around 3-4 pm, and wonder how I'd make it to the kid's bedtime, and by 9 pm, I'd be so exhausted (and still couldn't fall asleep!).
- Lastly, though this wasn't a goal of mine, I'm now back to my pre-kid weight from 10 years ago.

If I had known I'd feel this way, I would've started this process much sooner. I wouldn't have waited until I lost this much muscle before trying to build it back up again. I am grateful I found this place, and my trainer Charles, who's been so helpful and a joy to work with. So if you're a new mom, a new dad, a woman going through perimenopause or menopause, and you just feel exhausted or not quite yourself, I'd highly recommend taking the first step and reach out to these guys. They know what they're doing, and you'll start to feel much better very soon.

Awesome gym with lots of space and quality equipment! The staff/trainers are incredibly friendly and very qualified! Whether you're doing personal training or have your own plan, it's a great space for achieving any/all of your goals!

Michael and Nate are awesome! My 15 year old son needed to prep for his summer lacrosse season. I trust and would 100% recommend this team! The training, nutrition coaching and accountability has been top notch.

I joined Training Space at the beginning of 2019, and I'm loving it! Unlike your ordinary overwhelming gym, this one has all of the necessary equipment efficiently packed into a manageable amount of space. The best part about the gym is my trainer Jarelle, AKA Nerd With Abs. With his focus on holistic health and fitness, and seemingly endless supply of infectious positivity, he's helped me achieve results in a short amount of time. Highly recommend!

I decided to get on a 3 month personal training program to kick-start getting back into shape. My trainer was Kaz and my experience with Training Space and Kaz couldn't have been better. Kaz is super knowledgable and humble. He helped me with nutrition as well as the workout routines when in the gym and when on my own. I exceeded my short-term fitness goals and am now more motivated than ever to progress further. Thx to Josh (co-owner) and Kaz for a great experience.

I love this Gym. It has everything I need to stay healthy and a ton of good trainers. Mine is Kaz, but you could literally work with anyone there. Kaz has a masters in sports medicine with an emphasis in back pain rehab. He has literally fixed me several times over the past year. Definitely check them out.

Great gym with friendly and informed trainers. Full range of machines and free weights, mobility/flexibility equipment. Locker rooms are clean and simple. Never gets too busy and has a great location downtown PA.

Trained with the master trainer Kaz for three months and Working out with him has been one of the greatest experiences. He is very knowledgeable and friendly with his clients. Wouldn’t recommend anyone more. Someone should sign this guy to a max contract. #legend

Well run gym with solid and well maintained equipment. It's always organized and clean and has a nice locker room area. The co-owners, Josh and Michael, make themselves available to help you. Great hours as well.

With the shelter in place, Josh along with the Training Space team have really added great value by taking the training to the Zoom platform and providing meal planning. I'm ready to commit to work for my transformation I'm seeing in others in the program.

Awesome gym with friendly staff stocked with brand new bumper plates, squat/deadlift/bench stations, kettle bells, cardio/weight machines. Whole foods right next door for your post workout nutrition needs!

If you're looking to get results fast, safe and efficiently, check this place out. Great gym and great trainer