New Fitness Center to Open in Downtown Youngstown

HardBody Fitness to offer classes and personal training in former Youngstown Kicks building

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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A new gym and workout facility called HardBody Fitness is set to open its doors in downtown Youngstown, Ohio in the next week. The center, located in the former Youngstown Kicks building, will feature a variety of fitness classes and personal training opportunities according to owner Gerald Hardaway.

Why it matters

The addition of HardBody Fitness to downtown Youngstown is expected to be welcomed by residents looking for new health and wellness options in the city's urban core. The new gym could help drive foot traffic and economic activity in the area.

The details

HardBody Fitness will be located at 23 West Boardman Street in the former Youngstown Kicks building. Owner Gerald Hardaway says the gym will open in the next week pending final inspections. In addition to fitness classes, Hardaway plans to eventually add a fresh juice and smoothie bar at the facility.

  • HardBody Fitness is set to open in the next week.

The players

Gerald Hardaway

The owner of HardBody Fitness, the new gym opening in downtown Youngstown.

Youngstown Kicks

The former tenant of the building that will now house HardBody Fitness.

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What they’re saying

“Even though I'm excited, I'm sure [there are] a lot of other people excited throughout the town as well, just getting ready to get this fit thing going on. New year, new mayor, new gym.”

— Gerald Hardaway, Owner, HardBody Fitness (WFMJ)

What’s next

HardBody Fitness is expected to open in the next week once final inspections are complete.

The takeaway

The opening of HardBody Fitness in downtown Youngstown represents a new health and wellness option for residents, potentially driving increased foot traffic and economic activity in the city's urban core.