Pope Fitness is a locally owned strength training gym built for people who take their training and fitness goals seriously. With top-tier equipment, dedicated lifting platforms, and room to train without waiting, we provide and environment where strength is the standard. From beginners to experienced lifters pushing new limits, you’ll find a supportive community focused on real results.
Our coaches and trainers bring real knowledge and genuine care to every session. They’re not here just to count your reps. They’re here to help you actually get somewhere.

PJ Gordon is a US Army veteran with 8 years of military service and over 10 years of experience coaching youth lacrosse and soccer athletes across the Cleveland area. At Pope Fitness, PJ brings that same discipline and leadership to sport-specific strength and conditioning, helping young athletes build explosive power, speed, and confidence. When he's not training athletes, you'll find him behind the camera as the gym's photographer and at the front desk keeping things running smoothly.