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Buzz's Adventure Tours

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BUZZ's Adventure Tours Summer Tours sell out EVERY YEAR in September!

Don't miss the adventure of a lifetime! With over 30 years of experience and 15,000+ happy customers, David Bussing "Buzz", the proud owner of BUZZ's Adventure Tours, is ready to take you on a European Adventure you'll never forget!

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Tour Information Meeting in September for 2025 Calabasas & Beverly Hills

Buzz's Story

David Bussing, “BUZZ,” comes from a family of seven lifelong adventurers. BUZZ grew up learning that travel opens the doors to an incredible life, and realized that his passion was showing the world to others. BUZZ believes that seeing the world helps young adults become independent, passionate, empathetic people. He is always eager to inspire the adventurers on his trips to travel “The BUZZ Way” – seeing and doing everything possible! 

BUZZ’s Adventure Tours first opened as a ski tour operation, BUZZ’s Sport Tours, in August 1989. BUZZ’s has worked hard to gain the reputation of being the most honest and fair tour operator in the West! BUZZ has worked with groups of all sizes, from a private 4-person tour to a 1,500-person student ski trip! BUZZ is committed to providing well-organized tours that promote the adventure of travel to students and adults! 

BUZZ first discovered Europe over 25 years ago and has since taken more than 3,000 train rides through Great Britain and Western and Eastern Europe and guided more than 15,000 satisfied travelers! Throughout the years, BUZZ has discovered many tips and tricks that he loves sharing with his clients, helping them become strong travelers. He loves seeing the expression on the faces of his clients when they see famous sites for the first time, discover a favorite food spot, or share stories of the people they have met on their adventures. Buzz loves sharing his favorite local food joints, nightclubs, and scenic lookouts, as well as his best tips for avoiding tourist traps and pickpockets. Join BUZZ for the trip of a lifetime!

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David Bussing D.B.A. BUZZ’S Sport Tours is registered as a Tour Arranger / Promoter with the California State Attorney General’s Office.  (CST #2026554-40) As required by the California State Attorney General’s Office, BUZZ’S has a "Client Trust Account" with First Private Bank & Trust in Granada Hills since 1989. All clients’ deposits and final payments are placed in this account as required by California State Law. This money is only used for actual trip expenses,

(i.e. Bus, Air Tickets, Hotels,  etc.)

Everything You Need to Know About Buzz Gym Oxford

Nestled on the rooftop of the Westgate Shopping Centre, Buzz Gym Oxford Westgate is redefining the fitness landscape. This £1.5 million state-of-the-art gym is open 24 hours, with no contract required, offering high-spec facilities at the low monthly cost of just £26.99, and a discounted rate of £23.99 for students.

A Gym with a Difference

Buzz Gym stands out as more than just a fitness center; it’s a lively and motivational space, welcoming gym novices and seasoned athletes alike. The atmosphere here is charged with energy, partly thanks to the regular club nights featuring live DJs, which add a unique nightclub feel to your workout experience.

Facilities and Zones for Every Fitness Goal

• Cardio Zone: Equipped with top-class cardio machines integrated with TVs.
• Resistance Area: A wide range of resistance machines suitable for all fitness levels.
• Classes: Over 50 free studio classes weekly, including popular options like Les Mills Body Pump, Zumba, Pilates, and HIIT.
• Track & Field Zone: A functional training area with sled tracks, battle ropes, TRX, Boxing Bags, and more.
• Strength Section: Features free weights with dumbbells up to 60kg and Olympic lifting platforms with Eleiko bars and plates.

Buzz Gym App: Your Virtual Fitness Companion

The Buzz Gym App acts as a virtual training zone, allowing members to track progress, plan workouts, and engage with the Buzz community, whether in or out of the gym.

Accessibility and Location

Located conveniently in Oxford City Centre, Buzz Gym Oxford is easily accessible, with bike parking available at the Westgate Cycle Hub and car parking in the Westgate Shopping Centre Car Park (charges apply).

Why Choose Buzz Gym?

• Innovative Approach: Buzz Gym’s approach to fitness is fresh and engaging, making it stand out as “not just another boring gym.”
• Diverse Equipment: From the Hammer Strength Official Centre to over 200 free studio classes a month, there’s something for everyone.
• Community and Support: The Buzz Gym community is vibrant, and the gym offers excellent support for newcomers, with personal trainers and guided journeys.

Join the Buzz Community

Buzz Gym Oxford Westgate invites everyone to join their thriving community. Whether your goal is to boost mental health, physical health, immune system, or undergo a body transformation, Buzz Gym is equipped to support your journey.

Buzz Gym Oxford Westgate is more than just a gym; it’s a community and a lifestyle choice. With its diverse range of equipment, classes, and unique atmosphere, it’s creating a buzz in the heart of Oxford. Don’t miss out on this exciting fitness experience – join now and be part of the Buzz community! Visit the Buzz Gym website to see how you can get started.

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Our bike tours are a great way for you to explore new places while doing what you love most, riding your bike.

Our bike tours are designed to maximise your time on the bike while enjoying your surroundings.

You can join our annual group bike tour, the Route des Grandes Alpes or get a group together and we can create a customised tour especially for you.

We have been organising, running and facilitating road bike tours in the Alps and beyond since 2012. We know what it takes to make a tour both successful and enjoyable and we have the knowledge and contacts of cols, roads, locations and accommodation to assist individuals and groups to achieve their desired outcomes.

We facilitate

We assist groups and clubs with anything and everything. From routes and directions to fixing bikes, taking photos and organising accommodation.

We have a team of experienced guides and mechanics to plan, organize and implement a tour which focuses on assisting cyclists to achieve their desired goals.

Why choose us?

• Challenging cycling with a friendly & relaxed atmosphere
• Supportive, experienced & qualified coaches & guides
•  Exceptional quality, high level of service

Breakaway – Mt Ventoux

Cycling Mt Ventoux is on top of many cyclists must do lists. It is the giant of Provence and is sure to present you with an incredible cycling experience.

Breakaway – Alps Classic

A short break cycle tour with an incredible journey over some of the Alps most amazing climbs

Route des Grandes Alpes

The Route des Grandes Alpes is a stunning route across the alps, from the mountains to the sea.

Tour de Mont Blanc

A huge road cycling challenge - a test both physically and mentally!

Customised Bike Tours

Leave the organising, route planning, hotel bookings up to us. All you need to do is pack you bag, and your bike! Private group tours and trips can be organised for groups of all sizes and abilities.

Breakaway – Etape Expérience

Ride the 2023 Etape du Tour de France course - the Buzz way!

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Reception & retail hours.

• Mon, Tues, Thurs: 10.00-12.00
• Mon, Tues, Thurs: 17.00-18.00
• Other times: By Appointment
• Monday to Friday: 7.00-20.00
• Saturday: 8.00-15.00
• Sunday: 8.00-12.00

• TRACK & FIELD ZONE
• OLYMPIC LIFTING ZONE
• RESISTANCE ZONE
• CARDIO ZONE
• STRENGTH ZONE
• FEMALE CHANGING ROOMS
• FEMALE SAUNA
• MALE CHANGING ROOMS
• SPIN STUDIO
• MAIN STUDIO

Buzz Gym Oxford Westgate

Information about Buzz Gym Oxford Westgate

Opening hours

• Monday: Open 24 hours
• Tuesday: Open 24 hours
• Wednesday: Open 24 hours
• Thursday: Open 24 hours
• Friday: Open 24 hours
• Saturday: Open 24 hours
• Sunday: Open 24 hours

January Sale Save £15. Oxford's Best Equipped Gym. Open 24 Hours, No Tie In. Low Cost. High Spec. Les Mills Classes.

Welcome to Buzz Gym Oxford Westgate. A state of the art no contract £1.5 million gym facility at the low monthly price of just £24.99 (£21.99 for students). Buzz is a premium friendly gym with a great atmosphere at a price everyone can afford.

We strive to be seen as “not just another boring gym”, and our lively, motivational and welcoming team provide an atmosphere that is loved by everyone from gym novices to more advanced gym users and athletes. Each Buzz Gym has been designed by with our members in mind featuring dedicated training zones to help you hit your goals.

Immerse yourself in Buzz’s unique cardio zone featuring best in class cardio equipment with integrated TVs and a nightclub feel with regular live DJs

Over 50 free studio classes every week delivered by the area’s best coaches in three separate studio areas. Including Les Mills Body Pump, Balance, Spin, Zumba, Pilates, Grit, HIIT and more.

We are so confident you will love Buzz Gym that we offer a no risk guarantee. Provided that you have not used the gym more than once within 14 days of signing up you may cancel your membership and receive a full refund.

Buzz Gym Oxford Westgate: Opinions

Fantastic experience: Positive: Communication , Professionalism , Quality Great gym. Good price. New equipment. Large working out area. Very friendly staff. Large choice of classes. Highly recommended spin class with Simon on Saturday morning. If you want to challenge yourself, it is definitely for you!

Fantastic experience: Lovely gym and decent PTs

Fantastic experience: The longer I am a member, the more impressed I get. A great selection of classes all included; a good "functional fitness" area; tons of free weights; and top quality Hammer Strength machines, both cable/stack and plate loaded.

Fantastic experience: Excellent gym! Value for money and great gym staff!!

Fantastic experience: An absolutely incredible gym -Low/Reasonable prices -All the equipment and facilities you can need -Friendly and helpful staff

Fantastic experience: Good facilities and cleanliness for the price! Unfortunately, it becomes way overcrowded at times. Music is also loud sometimes.

Fantastic experience: Clean, well equipped gym where I can always find a space to workout in the morning.

Fantastic experience: Nice location to work out. Great service and equipment!

Fantastic experience: Buzz Gym is a great location. Equipment is fantastic with large variety and premium looks. Enjoy the indoor cycling classes in the studio.

Fantastic experience: Got a day pass and tried it for the first time. The amount of equipment and the quality was amazing! If I lived closer I would definitely become a member

Fantastic experience: Awesome gym would highly recommend

Fantastic experience: Great gym, staff extremely friendly and it's always kept clean.

Fantastic experience: On entry: Staff was quick to meet and greet us. Gave us a formal tour and pointed out all of the relevant training areas that we wanted to use. Very friendly and professional Equipment: An awesome range of Hammer strength equipment. I really liked the product, the mix of equipment and way the gym was presented. I was was never waiting or looking for anything I didnt need Free weights: Again, good selection, space, weight range, benches and tidy Classes: plenty to choose from. We did an ICG class which was good. Nice bikes with screens which light up and make the workout more engaging Overall: An ideal training facility for all ages and abilities with plenty of support and help if you need. None intimidating atmosphere Definitely recommended

Fantastic experience: The best gym in Oxford, very good equipment, helpful and knowledge stuff. Gym is open 24h/7day per week. Really good atmosphere. 100% recommended!!

Fantastic experience: Buzz Gym has to be the best gym I've ever attended. This is a complete facility with more than enough weights(many dumbbells from as low as 2kg up to 60kg), many machines, pulleys, treadmills and a host of other machines for Cardio. It's the perfect gym for you whether you're a body builder, a strength lifter, looking to loose weight and stay fit, a boxer or even a yogi. The Prices are decent at around 24 pounds and 28 pounds for premium monthly. They have front desk staff who are warm and polite as well as a lot of personal trainers to help you hit your target. The one con would be that it could get crowded sometimes. Buzz Gym comes highly recommended. You should sign up.

Fantastic experience: Hello there, I just wanted to say thank you to Matthew Parris and Simon Jacob for their help with my faulty padlock. But also, I wanted to praise them for their admirable display of politeness and good manners. Kind regards, JC

Fantastic experience: Buzz Gym is a really good gym for the money. Its kept Very clean and friendly staff with a good variety of equipment

Fantastic experience: Sweating and happy, love it here. £22 for students, worth it

Fantastic experience: 24/7 convenience for cheap. would reccomend for any gym goer

Fantastic experience: I have been amazingly welcomed by Simon who shown me everything about the buzz gym: he was polite, professional and smiling. keep going

Fantastic experience: Friendly helpful staff, plenty of varied equipment and classes available. Very good value for money.

Fantastic experience: Positive: Professionalism The best gym in Oxford All the staff are amazing & PK best manager

Fantastic experience: Covid-safe! When everyone is staying healthy, nothing to be afraid of! I hope it will stay opened! I don't want to sit at home ever again!

Fantastic experience: It is the best Gym in Oxford everything is perfect. Excellent quality and excellent customer service

Fantastic experience: Came back after a year at another gym, still as good as ever - huge area to workout & the best equipped gym around.

Fantastic experience: Great gym. Clean. Tidy. Good changing rooms. Showers hot and good pressure. Water machines finally working with good output pressure.

Fantastic experience: Really well equipped gym with huge spaces. Only drawback is the place, it is located on the top floor of Westgate mall. Inconvenient to get there, the (much smaller) competitor PureGym is in the neighboring building, next to the streets.

Fantastic experience: I purchased a day pass while my wife and daughter was shopping it's a great gym with lots of equipment.

Positive experience: A very nice gum. However, it would be great if an effort could be made for classes to start on time and last for the scheduled duration.

Fantastic experience: Very friendly and helpful staff, a large variety of clean equipment and overall I've felt very welcome everyone time I've gone. Best gym in Oxford by far.

Fantastic experience: Well equipped gym offering a range of services including fitness classes and personal training. The quality of the fitness classes offered is generally very high - most are brilliant workouts for those who prefer to have the extra motivation of a group session. The staff are knowledgeable, helpful and polite, and will alter routines according to personal preferences or injuries. There are vending machines on site selling everything you might need, from padlocks for the lockers in the changing rooms to protein bar and shakes to enjoy post-workout. The only problem is that the gym gets quite busy on weeknights in between 5 and 8 pm, and popular classes need to be booked very early to secure a place. Overall however, Buzz Gym is definitely the best value gym in central Oxford, and a brilliant place to work out.

Fantastic experience: For the low price you pay per month compared to other gyms you can overlook the fact that they don't have top of the range, high class equipment. Saying that though the equipment is more than sufficient for a workout. I wished they had more workout machines because if you go during peak times, you have to essentially queue to use something. However with the gym app you can see how full the gym is with its traffic light system. Avoid going there when it's red and you shouldn't have a problem. it's a very good gym overall if you just want to workout and the fact that it's open 24 hours is an added bonus.

Fantastic experience: Great gym, friendly staff and overall good vibe, even during these strange times

Fantastic experience: Great gym, great staff. Covid safe. Very happy for my first official day of training

Fantastic experience: This is the best gym I've used in the UK. Enough equipment that you rarely have to que, spacious, 24h and in an excellent location in the Oxford city centre. Too bad there is no Buzz gym in MK.

Fantastic experience: Great gym, central location, as it's within the new Westgate shopping centre , competitive prices and great staff.

Fantastic experience: Best gym in Oxford. 24/7, spacious, and has a wide range of equipment available to use, meaning very little wait time between users. Great staff to be interact with so don't be shy to greet them and ask questions when needed. Clean locker rooms though certain individuals intentionally block the toilets. However, this is dealt with quickly. Due to COVID-19, many procedures have been placed, to which everyone abides to, ensuring others to have a safe experience whilst doing their session. Highly recommend this gym for all levels of fitness.

Fantastic experience: Best gym in Oxford! Great staff, clean & very well equipped!

Fantastic experience: great equipment, atmosphere and PTs. Supply of GHD straighteners and hairdryers very useful

Fantastic experience: buzz gym oxford is amazing , helpful staff great management, classes are excellent and plenty of the pt's have helped me since gym has opened i would recommend to anyone

Fantastic experience: People leave me alone. I can get my sets done and leave. Staff are professional and quiet, and there are enough racks. Love it

Fantastic experience: New, clean and friendly gym. Huge amount of high quality equipment and 24/7 means I'm able to get great results.

Fantastic experience: Great price of a student, well-equipped gym, remains quite clean throughout the gym.

Fantastic experience: Great gym, great price - only wish they had stiff powerlifting bars, for an average lifter this place is excellently equipped.

Fantastic experience: It is one of the best gym in Oxford. I extremely recommend. But the bathroom area need to be more clean and there is bad smell. I advise to apply assistant or cleaner to do it perdocially.

Fantastic experience: Best gym in Oxfordshire. The equipment is astounding! If I'm ever in Oxford I go out of my way to go to this gym over any other one. Their equipment would lead one to believe that their memberships are pricey but on the contrary they are extremely affordable. The amazing thing is, for the price of a membership you would think there would be a lack of space or equipment during peak times but you would be wrong! They have so many adjustable benches, dumbells, squats racks and platforms, that you're never at a loss for something to do. They also have an amazing manager***. Go check this place out!

Fantastic experience: Best Gym in Oxford by a country mile. I am a PT myself (elsewhere) so can be quite choosey with regards to the gym that I train in - The equipment, machines in particular are hugely impressive and will give you a muscle connection and range of motion that is often neglected when using gym machines as most Gym chains don't have a clue what to buy. Everything is spaced out so nicely that you can have an enjoyable and efficient session even during peak hours. The monthly price is very affordable and more than reasonable and I have no problem going out of my way to reach the location as the facilities and experience is more than worth the extra travel. It's always been very clean when I have visited and the changing rooms are spacious enough with large mirrors and powerful hairdryers. Nothing negative to say about this place at all.

Fantastic experience: The best gym. I love to make calisthenice, and this place have everything for my and my hobby

Fantastic experience: Great gym. Good selection of equipment all I'm working order

Fantastic experience: Great gym. Secure digital entry and changing rooms, excellent new machines, easy room arrangement into machines, weights and cardio, perfect location in Westgate, low cost, nice training staff, excellent classes and personal training..what's not to love?

Fantastic experience: Big new friendly gym. Mornings are a great time to go. Free classes with membership 200 trainers onsite and always something interesting going on in the lobby area (protein shake trials, cake bakes, charity things) best value and right in the center of town.

Fantastic experience: First impressions (on opening day): very positive. It's spacious and well equipped. Enough people around to create a buzz :-) but not so many you trip over them. It seemed a tad warm, and weight plates seemed to be in short supply - but time will tell; it all worked for me today.

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WHY JOIN BUZZ GYM?

Best equipment, les mills classes.

No Tie In or Contract

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Welcome to Buzz Gym London Cannon Street. A huge 200 station fully equipped gym at Cannon Green, 1 Suffolk Lane (off Bush Lane), London. Buzz Gym is a £1.5 million high end gym facility open 24 hours a day at incredible prices from just £34.99 for full acces.

Buzz Gym is one of the best equipped gyms in the City of London offering best in class kit, over 200 classes a month including Les Mills and a cool, buzzing, motivational training environment.

Buzz is “not just another boring gym”, the Buzz team provide an experience that is loved by everyone from gym novices to athletes. Every Buzz Gym has been designed with our members in mind, featuring dedicated training zones to help you reach your goals.

DEDICATED TRAINING ZONES

Immerse yourself in Buzz’s unique cardio zone featuring best in class cardio equipment with integrated TVs and a nightclub feel with regular live DJs

Use our top of the range wide & varied selection of resistance machines perfect for beginners to the more advanced user.

Over 50 free studio classes every week delivered by the area’s best coaches in three separate studio areas. Including Les Mills Body Pump, Balance, Spin, Zumba, Pilates, Grit, HIIT and more.

Track & Field

Functional Training Zone set on artificial grass with sled tracks, multi-purpose rig, tyres, sled, battle ropes, TRX, Boxing Bags and more.

Free weights zone with dumbbells up to 60kg and Olympic lifting platforms featuring Eleiko bars and plates. One of the largest selection of plate loaded you will find in any gym environment.

Buzz Gym App

Your Virtual training zone, whether in or out of the gym track your progress, plan your workouts, keep in touch with the Buzz Community and more.

Squats, deadlifts, cleans or snatches, the Lift Zone has got you. With Eleiko bars, bumper plates, adjustable racks, built in platforms, jerk boxes, chains and functional kit this is the perfect place to lift. Whether you are just starting your lifting journey or preparing to compete the lift zone has you covered.

Help repair damaged muscles, aid recovery and relax in our Buzz saunas. One in each changing room. The gym, classes and saunas are all included in your membership price.

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HAMMER STRENGTH

Official Hammer Strength Centre.

Over 200 Free Studio Classes

Each month experience over 200 free studio classes including Les Mills.

Help repair damaged muscles and relax in Buzz saunas.

Maximum results in minimum time with the area’s best Personal Trainers.

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The free Buzz Gym App is your gateway to the Buzz community.

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How to find the right gym for you — at the right price

Whether you are starting a new exercise regimen, coming back from an injury, or have relocated, finding a gym or health club that fits your needs and budget takes an investment of time, energy and, of course, money. It’s not unlike buying a car: You need to search for the best deal, take advantage of promotions, test drive several options and sift through the contractual fine print.

The fitness industry is moving away from its self-inflicted reputation of treating clients as marks and always upselling, but it’s still important to do your homework to find the right fit for you. “The best gym or studio should be an environment you want to return to and feel comfortable in within your price point,” says Sarah Luna, president of Xponential, a franchise of boutique fitness brands including Club Pilates and Pure Barre.

Here’s what to consider before committing to a fitness facility.

Learn about the options

Depending on where you live, you may find one or more supersize chains, luxury amenity-filled clubs, independently owned gyms and/or specialty (such as Pilates or barre) studios. Before shopping around, figure out which type of environment will help you meet your personal fitness goals. Then, make a list of your must-have amenities (a dedicated cardio area, free weights, a private studio, a swimming pool, on-site child care, a locker room, showers, sauna, etc.) to help you narrow your options.

Prioritize convenience

Ideally your fitness facility will be within five miles - or a 10- to 15-minute drive - from home or work. Anything farther increases the chances of logistical issues (think: traffic) that can keep you from getting there. Search online for fitness, barre, Pilates or gym + near me to identify the closest options, Luna says.

Hours also matter, says Bryce Henson, CEO of Fit Body Boot Camp. Look at the general operating hours as well as how late and early classes are offered, and whether there are weekend sessions. If the only class you’re interested in is at 11 a.m. on Tuesdays, can you make that work with your schedule? Ask front desk staff about how easy it is to book a spot in classes and gauge their reaction. “You want classes and a schedule that can be built into your routine,” Luna says. “If you can’t get into the ones you want, likely this isn’t the place for you.”

Take a tour

Once you’ve narrowed your list, tour your top options, with an eye toward the look and feel of each place. First impressions count, says Nick Barshick, chief operating officer for Chuze Fitness, a chain of nearly 60 centers across the West, South and Southeast. Is the facility clean and well-maintained? Is equipment wiped down after each use? Is the equipment dated or out of order? No detail is too small. Check lockers and restrooms, as well as the exercise studios and child-care space. Also consider safety. Visit before sunrise or after dusk to see the lighting in the parking lot and building, as well as how far you have to walk to the entrance.

Sample before you commit

Any reputable business should allow you to take some classes or try out the facility at no cost. If a gym won’t do this, consider it a red flag and look elsewhere. Planet Fitness offers a one-day pass, while 24 Hour Fitness lets you test a facility for three days, and Chuze offers a seven-day trial. A free trial allows you to get a realistic idea of how the place operates. How does the staff make you feel? Do instructors welcome new students to classes? Is the place quiet or mobbed at the time you are most likely to attend? Most important: Do you feel out of place or like you’re part of an inclusive community?

Ask about deals and promotions

When asked if they offer any special rates, “the answer will always be ‘yes,’” at pretty much any gym, Barshick says. But generally speaking, the best deals are offered in January, followed by the summer. You may also find some sale prices over Black Friday. Also ask if the facility offers any incentives, perks or discounts if you refer friends or family, Henson says.

Be leery of long-term contracts

“If an outfit wants a three months or longer contract, that’s a red flag to me, because it likely comes with a cancellation fee,” Henson says. “I like a low barrier of six weeks or less.” The best deals, Luna says, are programs that ask for a 60- to 90-day commitment to start, then shift to a month-to-month membership or offer class packs - say 10 passes that can be used over a three-month period.

Read the fine print

Look over your contract carefully to make sure you understand all of the policies. It should be easy to cancel. Some gyms still require 30 days notice to cancel a membership, while others offer immediate cancellation through their online portal or app. Also make note of any penalties for terminating early. Some facilities charge a flat cancellation fee, while others may ding you for an additional month.

Don’t be surprised by an annual fee of $40 to $60. This is industry practice for most high-value, low-price gym chains such as Planet Fitness, Crunch, 24 Hour Fitness and Chuze. The rationale is that consumers seem to prefer paying a low monthly rate plus an annual fee to paying slightly more each month, with no annual fee.

“Add up all the fees you pay and divide by 12 so you know what you are actually paying per month,” Barshick says. Also, watch out for any hidden charges, such as processing fees, towel service fees, locker rental or an automatic monthly increase after the first year.