Fitness Equipment & Facilities (50$ \ hour):

  • Cardio Machines: Treadmills, ellipticals, stationary bikes (upright, recumbent, spin bikes), rowing machines, stair climbers.
  • Strength Training Equipment:
    • Free Weights: Dumbbells, barbells, weight plates, benches (flat, incline, decline), squat racks, power cages.
    • Weight Machines: Leg press, chest press, lat pulldown, bicep curl, tricep extension, shoulder press, etc. (Machines that isolate specific muscle groups).
  • Functional Training Area: Kettlebells, medicine balls, resistance bands, battle ropes, plyometric boxes, agility ladders, TRX suspension trainers.
  • Stretching Area: Mats, foam rollers, stretching straps.
  • Swimming Pool: (If the gym has one) Lap swimming, aquatic fitness classes.
  • Basketball/Volleyball/Racquetball Courts: (If the gym has them)
  • Running Track: (Indoor or outdoor)
  • Sauna/Steam Room: (Often in the locker rooms)
  • Jacuzzi/Whirlpool: (Less common, but some gyms have them)

Classes & Training (65$ \ hour):

  • Group Fitness Classes:
    • Cardio: Zumba, aerobics, step aerobics, kickboxing, dance fitness.
    • Strength & Conditioning: Bootcamp, circuit training, HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training), body pump.
    • Mind-Body: Yoga, Pilates, Tai Chi, Barre.
    • Spin/Indoor Cycling:
    • Aquatic Fitness: Water aerobics, aqua Zumba.
  • Personal Training: One-on-one coaching with a certified personal trainer. Includes fitness assessments, customized workout plans, and guidance on exercise technique and nutrition.
  • Small Group Training: Semi-private training sessions with a trainer and a small group of participants.
  • Specialty Classes: Classes focused on specific populations or fitness goals (e.g., senior fitness, prenatal fitness, sports-specific training).

Other Services & Amenities (from 35$ \ hour):

  • Locker Rooms: Showers, changing areas, lockers (sometimes requiring you to bring your own lock).
  • Towel Service: Providing clean towels for members.
  • Childcare: On-site childcare services while parents work out.
  • Pro Shop/Retail: Selling workout apparel, supplements, protein bars, water bottles, etc.
  • Massage Therapy: On-site massage therapists offering various massage services.
  • Nutrition Counseling: Consultations with a registered dietitian or nutritionist.
  • Fitness Assessments: Measuring body composition, cardiovascular fitness, strength, and flexibility.
  • Guest Passes/Trial Memberships: Allowing potential members to try the gym before committing to a membership.
  • Online Resources: Workout videos, nutrition tips, online communities.
  • Smoothie Bar/Cafe: Selling healthy snacks and drinks.
  • Parking: Free or paid parking for members.
  • Wi-Fi: Free internet access.
  • Equipment Orientation: Showing new members how to use the equipment properly.
  • 24/7 Access: (Some gyms offer this)
  • Tanning Beds: (Less common now, but some gyms still have them)

Membership Options (Individual price):

  • Monthly Memberships: Recurring monthly fees.
  • Annual Memberships: Paid upfront for a year of access.
  • Family Memberships: Discounts for multiple family members.
  • Student Memberships: Discounted rates for students.
  • Senior Memberships: Discounted rates for seniors.
  • Day Passes: Allowing access for a single day.
  • Class Packages: Purchasing a set number of group fitness classes.
  • Personal Training Packages: Purchasing a set number of personal training sessions.