About Us
We believe that finding the price of a gym membership shouldn’t require a 30-minute sales pitch, a facility tour, and a high-pressure negotiation. We are here to bring transparency to an industry famous for hidden fees.
Who We Are
GymPriceList.com is the web’s leading independent database of gym pricing, membership contracts, and cancellation policies. We are not a gym. We are not a fitness brand. We are a team of consumer advocates, researchers, and fitness enthusiasts dedicated to answering one simple question: “What does it actually cost?”
In an era of automated content and outdated information, we stand apart by doing the heavy lifting—literally and figuratively. We dig through the fine print so you don’t have to.
As Featured In
Our commitment to accurate, unbiased reporting has earned us recognition from some of the most trusted names in media and finance:
- The New York Times: Cited for our coverage on the rising costs of subscription services and gym memberships.
- The List: Referenced as a trusted source for ranking national gym chains by value.
- RedFlagDeals: Acknowledged by the community for uncovering hidden deals and negotiation tactics.
- Market Realist: Trusted for our financial breakdown of fitness investments.
Why We Started (The Problem)
Have you ever tried to find the price of a Gold’s Gym or LA Fitness membership online? It’s nearly impossible. Most gyms hide their rates behind “Request Info” forms because they want to get you on the phone.
Once you do sign up, the surprises continue:
- “Initiation Fees” that appear out of nowhere.
- “Annual Maintenance Fees” charged two months after you join.
- “Cancellation Policies” that require certified mail or in-person visits.
We realized that the fitness industry thrives on confusion. GymPriceList.com was built to end that.
Our Methodology: Human Verification in an AI World
At GymPriceList.com, we have a strict No-AI Policy for data collection. We do not use bots to scrape websites, because gym websites are often intentionally vague.
Instead, we use a 3-Point Human Verification System:
- The “Secret Shopper” Call: Our researchers continually call gym locations across the USA (from New York to Los Angeles) posing as potential members. We ask the hard questions: “What is the total due today?”, “Is there an annual fee?”, and “How do I cancel?”
- Contract Analysis: We obtain and review real membership agreements. We look for the “gotcha” clauses—like the requirement to give 30 days’ notice before cancelling—and highlight them in our guides.
- Community Intelligence: We monitor forums, social media, and our own tip line. When a gym chain like Planet Fitness raises its Classic Card price (as they did in 2024), our community alerts us, and we verify the change within 48 hours.
Our Pledge to You
- Unbiased Reviews: We do not accept payments from gyms to change our ratings. If a gym has a predatory contract, we will say so.
- Up-to-Date Data: We strive to keep our “Last Updated” dates accurate. If you see a price on our site, it was verified by a human.
- Transparency: If we use affiliate links to support our research, we will clearly label them. This never affects the price you pay or our editorial independence.
Meet the Team
Ryan Jons – Lead Editor & Founder A fitness enthusiast and consumer rights advocate, Ryann started GymPriceList after being charged a $50 “Annual Fee” for a gym he hadn’t visited in six months. He realized that millions of Americans were overpaying for fitness simply because they didn’t have the right information.
The Research Team Our dedicated team of researchers spends hours on the phone with gym managers, front desk staff, and corporate representatives to ensure our data is the most accurate on the web.
Have a Tip or Correction? We value accuracy above all else. If you have found a price discrepancy or want to report a hidden fee at your local gym, please contact our editorial team: Email: admin@gympricelist.com