PR Training in Thessaloniki has been a point of reference for years for those seeking serious, effective, and scientifically grounded coaching guidance.

Behind the brand is Panagiotis Rountas, a graduate of the School of Physical Education and Sport Science at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH), who began his career as a coach in 2008. Two years later, in 2010, he founded Pygmi Academy, which went on to establish itself as the leading choice for the preparation of candidates for military and police academies throughout Northern Greece.
In 2014, Panagiotis Rountas completed his postgraduate studies in Physical Activity and Quality of Life, further strengthening the scientific foundation behind every training decision. In 2023, he created PR Training, specializing in adult training.

Training in real stadiums – Ampelokipoi & Kaftanzoglio

One of PR Training’s greatest advantages is the locations where training takes place. The business operates two fully organized bases inside real athletic stadiums: Ampelokipoi Stadium and Kaftanzoglio Stadium. Each of these sports centers offers both outdoor and indoor facilities, allowing training sessions to run smoothly regardless of weather conditions, all year round.

Training inside a stadium creates the ideal environment for psychological activation, focus, and a strong sense of athletic culture—something rarely found in conventional gyms. PR Training fully leverages these conditions, implementing a training model that remains innovative by Greek standards: systematic, guided, and structured outdoor exercise in stadiums that provide safety and ample space for a wide variety of exercises.

100% success rate in preparation for military & police academies

From 2010 to today, Pygmi Academy has been the leading structure in Thessaloniki for the preparation of candidates for military and police academies. Training is targeted and fully aligned with exam requirements. Thousands of young people have achieved their dreams through a program that teaches technique, discipline, endurance, and psychological resilience.

The fact that training takes place in stadiums gives candidates a major advantage: familiarity with real testing environments—an element that has proven to be a key factor in success.

PR Training for adults since 2023

In 2023, Panagiotis Rountas introduced his new venture focused on adult training. The response was immediate, as the program is designed for everyone, without exception.

People looking to improve their physical condition, individuals requiring rehabilitation from a condition or musculoskeletal issue, those aiming for weight loss or weight gain, as well as athletes seeking higher performance, all find in PR Training a structured and realistic training method. Equally important is that the program is ideal for beginners starting from zero.

Training can be delivered as personal training or in small groups of 4–5 people, ensuring that each participant receives the attention and guidance they need. Sessions take place both outdoors and indoors. The exercise program is rich and tailored to individual goals.

It includes aerobic and anaerobic training, indoor strength training using TRX, resistance bands, free weights, dumbbells, as well as programs focused on muscular strengthening and functional strength.

At the same time, pilates exercises with resistance bands and body weight are applied, along with specialized mobility and stabilization programs, as well as outdoor training sessions that offer a completely different exercise experience.

The alternation between indoor and outdoor training is a core element of PR Training’s philosophy. This combination not only contributes to physical development but also directly impacts the trainee’s psychology. The change of environment, contact with open space, and the sense of freedom offered by the stadium create a training framework that refreshes the mind and reduces monotony.

A personalized approach without stereotypes

At PR Training, there are no standardized programs. Every individual has different needs, abilities, limitations, and goals. Assessment, discussion, and continuous monitoring are integral parts of the process, while programs are adjusted according to progress and trainee feedback.

This is PR Training’s greatest advantage: training is delivered with knowledge, balance, sensitivity, and adaptability.

Affordable prices and flexible packages

At a time when personal training is often considered an expensive service, PR Training offers affordable options and cost-effective packages with no time restrictions. This allows trainees to progress at their own pace, without stress over deadlines.

As Panagiotis Rountas emphasizes, exercise should be accessible to everyone and adapt to one’s lifestyle—not the other way around.

PR Training has evolved into a space where exercise gains substance, scientific grounding, and accessibility. The two stadium-based locations, the uniqueness of outdoor training, personalization, exercise variety, and the dynamic new adult-focused initiative come together to form a comprehensive, high-quality service.

PR Training does not merely promise results—it delivers them, with consistency, expertise, and a training approach that stands out from what we are used to.

It is a training philosophy that treats people holistically and with respect. And that is what makes PR Training truly distinctive—because PR Training is a real point of reference for those who want exercise to genuinely change their lives.