La Fitness Club Closures and Rising Fees: What Current Members Need to Know
By Sophia Al-Mansoor
Will my standard LA Fitness membership work at the new Club Studio locations?
No. Standard tier passes and basic multi-club access pass options do not provide access to Club Studio facilities. Club Studio operates as a separate boutique division commanding monthly dues between $180 and $220. If your home club converts to Club Studio, your contract will generally be reassigned to the nearest traditional location.
Can I cancel penalty-free if my neighborhood gym closes?
Yes, provided Fitness International LLC does not operate another facility within the geographic radius defined in your state's health club regulations, typically 10 to 15 miles. If they cannot provide comparable facility access within that radius, you are legally entitled to cancel your agreement without penalty or cancellation fees.
How do I stop billing without canceling my locked-in legacy rate?
You can place your account on a temporary freeze using corporate subscription freeze options. This holds your account active for a reduced fee of approximately $10 per month, preventing the loss of older, low-priced baseline dues and sparing you from paying a new initiation fee when you return.
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