We analyzed pricing data from 23 major gym chains to find the real costs of getting fit.
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Based on our data, Crunch Fitness, Youfit, Vasa Fitness, Chuze Fitness, and EōS Fitness all offer base plans starting at around $9.99 per month. Planet Fitness and Blink Fitness start at $10/month.
Often, yes. Many gyms run promotions where the initiation fee is waived or reduced to $1 (like Planet Fitness frequently does). If you sign up near the end of the month, salespeople are often more willing to waive these fees to hit their quotas.
Premium gyms like Equinox average around $168 for base access and can go up to $230+ per month depending on location and access levels, often with a $100 initiation fee.
Yes, many gyms offer month-to-month contracts, but they may charge a higher monthly rate or require an initiation fee compared to signing an annual contract.
Yes, CrossFit is generally more expensive, averaging between $50 to $100+ per month depending on the box, but this includes coached group classes and specialized programming rather than just access to equipment.
Data was collected in 2026 to reflect the most current pricing available. Sources included:
Note: Pricing can vary significantly by location and current promotions. The prices listed reflect the most commonly found base rates. Missing data (null values) indicates that a standardized price could not be reliably verified across locations.
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