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Getting the Best Gym Membership Deal

Getting the Best Gym Membership Deal

Picking a gym can be an uphill climb. Here are seven ways to get the best deal for you.
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MainStreet Staff
Publish date:
Sep 27, 2009 6:53 AM EDT
Just because you want to beef up or slim down doesn’t mean you need to let the health clubs treat you like a dumbbell. Be a smart consumer and remember to follow these few tips when looking for a health club to join. Photo Credit: Getty Images
Just because you want to beef up or slim down doesn’t mean you need to let the health clubs treat you like a dumbbell. Be a smart consumer and remember to follow these few tips when looking for a health club to join. Photo Credit: Getty Images
Compare facilities and prices at several health clubs. Sometimes the local club around the corner is much cheaper and more flexible than the bigger chains. Photo Credit: Getty Images
Don’t feel pressured into signing a contract. Step away from the salesperson and think about it before you sign. Photo Credit: Getty Images
If you have a price in mind, ask for it. Salespeople generally have the ability to bargain prices and terms, so don’t feel compelled to accept their initial terms. Photo Credit: Getty Images
Thoroughly read the contract before signing it and have the sales agent go over every detail in the contract line-by-line. Make the salesperson describe all cancellation policies, contract terms and representations, and fee information. Once you sign a contract, it is legally binding. Photo Credit: Getty Images
Do not rely on verbal agreements. Make sure any representation made by the sales agent is specifically addressed in the contract. Photo Credit: Getty Images
Do not leave the building without getting a complete signed copy of the contract. Photo Credit: Getty Images
Like your English teacher said in high school, “There are no dumb questions.” Do not be afraid to ask the salesperson about anything regarding your membership. It is better to be safe than sorry. Photo Credit: Getty Images

7 Tips to Getting a Great Gym Deal

Just because you want to beef up or slim down doesn’t mean you need to let the health clubs treat you like a dumbbell. Be a smart consumer and remember to follow these few tips when looking for a health club to join. Photo Credit: Getty Images

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