What Is the LA FITNESS MONTHLY Charge on Your Statement?

Understanding LA FITNESS MONTHLY Charges on Your Bank Statement

If you've noticed a charge labeled "LA FITNESS MONTHLY" or "LA FITNESS" on your bank or credit card statement, this guide explains what it represents, typical membership costs, and how to manage or cancel your gym membership.

What is LA Fitness?

LA Fitness is one of the largest health club chains in the United States, with over 700 locations across the U.S. and Canada. Founded in 1984 and headquartered in Irvine, California, LA Fitness offers gym equipment, group fitness classes, swimming pools, basketball courts, racquetball courts, saunas, and personal training services.

LA Fitness operates on a membership model with monthly dues charged automatically to your payment method on file. The chain is known for its no-frills approach with comprehensive facilities at competitive prices.

Common Reasons for LA FITNESS Charges

Monthly Membership Dues

The most common reason for an LA FITNESS charge is your monthly membership dues, charged automatically on your billing anniversary date each month.

Annual Enhancement Fee

LA Fitness charges an annual facility fee ($99-$199) once per year, separate from monthly dues. This maintains equipment and facilities.

Initiation or Enrollment Fee

New members typically pay a one-time initiation fee ($99-$199) when joining, which may appear as a separate charge from your first month's dues.

Personal Training

If you purchase personal training sessions, these are charged separately from membership dues, either per session or as prepaid packages.

Guest Passes or Day Passes

Purchasing guest passes for friends or day passes for yourself (if not a member) results in LA Fitness charges.

LA Fitness Membership Types and Pricing

• Single Club: $30-$40/month, access to one location only
• Multi-Club: $40-$50/month, access to all LA Fitness locations
• Signature Club: $50-$75/month, access to premium locations with upgraded amenities
• Annual Fee: $99-$199 once per year
• Initiation Fee: $99-$199 one-time for new members

Prices vary by location, local market, and promotional offers at time of joining.

How LA Fitness Billing Works

LA Fitness charges your payment method automatically each month on your billing anniversary date (the same day each month that you joined). For example, if you joined on the 15th, you're billed on the 15th of each month.

The annual fee processes once per year on your membership anniversary month. This is separate from and additional to your monthly dues.

Billing continues automatically until you formally cancel your membership according to the terms in your contract.

How to Verify Your LA Fitness Charge

1. Check your LA Fitness membership agreement/contract for dues amount and billing date
2. Review your member portal online (if available) for billing history
3. Contact your home club directly with membership questions
4. Call LA Fitness corporate at 1-800-548-5598
5. Check if family members have memberships under your payment method
6. Review for annual fee charges vs. monthly dues

How to Cancel LA Fitness Membership

LA Fitness cancellation requires in-person or certified mail process:

In-Person Cancellation

1. Visit your home club (where you joined) during staffed hours
2. Bring valid government-issued ID
3. Request a cancellation form from the front desk or membership desk
4. Fill out and submit the form
5. Request written confirmation of your cancellation
6. Keep the confirmation for your records

Certified Mail Cancellation

Some states allow cancellation by certified mail:

1. Write a letter requesting cancellation including your full name, address, membership number, and signature
2. Send via USPS certified mail with return receipt to your home club's address
3. Keep copies of the letter and certified mail receipt
4. Cancellation effective upon receipt or per contract terms (often 30 days)

Important: LA Fitness generally does not accept phone, email, or online cancellation requests. You must follow the process specified in your membership contract.

Cancellation Notice Period

Most LA Fitness contracts require 30 days notice for cancellation. If you cancel on June 15th, your last charge may be July 15th. Review your specific contract for your notice requirements.

Common Cancellation Issues

• Continued billing after cancellation: Ensure you followed proper process and kept confirmation documentation
• "Forgot to cancel": Membership continues until formally canceled; not using the gym doesn't stop billing
• Annual fee after cancellation: If annual fee processes during notice period, it may still charge
• Missing documentation: Always get written confirmation of cancellation

When Refunds May Be Available

LA Fitness rarely issues refunds, but you may have recourse if:

• You were charged after properly documented cancellation
• You moved more than 25 miles from nearest location (varies by state/contract)
• You have a documented medical condition preventing gym use (varies by state/contract)
• Local laws provide specific gym membership protections

Contact your club and corporate office with documentation to request refunds for legitimate billing errors.

Understanding Your Membership Contract

When you join LA Fitness, you sign a membership agreement specifying:

• Monthly dues amount
• Billing date (anniversary date)
• Annual fee amount and timing
• Contract term (month-to-month, 1-year, 2-year)
• Cancellation requirements and notice period
• Freeze/hold policies

Always read your contract carefully and keep a copy for your records.

Membership Freeze vs. Cancellation

If you temporarily can't use the gym, consider freezing (putting membership on hold) instead of canceling:

• Freeze fees typically $10-$15/month
• Maintains your membership without paying full dues
• Can resume membership without rejoining fees
• Freeze duration limits may apply (check contract)

Contact your club to freeze your membership.

Contact Information

• Corporate Customer Service: 1-800-548-5598
• Website: www.lafitness.com
• Club Finder: lafitness.com/Pages/clubfinder.aspx
• Contact Form: Available at lafitness.com contact page
• Your Home Club: Contact the specific club where you joined for membership issues

State-Specific Laws

Some states have specific laws protecting gym membership consumers, including:

• Mandatory cooling-off periods
• Right to cancel contracts
• Restrictions on contract terms
• Refund requirements

Research your state's fitness center laws if you're having cancellation issues.

Conclusion

LA FITNESS MONTHLY charges represent your recurring gym membership dues, charged automatically each month on your billing anniversary. Additional charges may include annual enhancement fees or initiation fees for new members. To cancel, you must follow the specific process in your membership contract—typically in-person at your home club or by certified mail. Always keep documentation of cancellation requests. For billing questions or issues, contact your club directly or LA Fitness corporate customer service.