LA Fitness offers different price options and contract lengths. If you sign up for a membership online through the website, the monthly fee is $34.99. If you're already a member and want to add family members, you have to pay $34.99/month (this also applies if you enroll online). Some customers report paying fees as much as $40/month. This is one of the few companies in the fitness industry that openly advertises its pricing online. We found this to be a huge plus, since customers want to know this information before talking to a representative or signing up. As far as LA Fitness's non-online membership pricing, information is not available.

Classes and Trainers

Group Fitness classes are held throughout the day, many at no additional charge. The average number of classes offered is 21, and cover a wide range of workouts from Zumba to Hip Hop Fitness, to Boot Camp Conditioning. Here's the full list of LA Fitness's classes:

Aqua Fit
Belly Dancing
Body Works plus Abs
Boot Camp Conditioning
Cardio Jam
Cycle
Cycle Zone
Hip Hop
Kickbox Cardio
Latin Heat
Mat Pilates
Power Circuit
Senior Fit
Silver Sneakers
Step plus Abs
Step Sculpt
Tai Chi
Total Body Conditioning
Yoga
Yoga Beat
Zumba

Classes are typically available in high intensity or low impact for different fitness levels. We find the gym's wide array of classes to be favorable and competitive with the industry average. Personal trainers are also available at all LA Fitness locations for those who are seeking assistance; they design a customized workout plan and provide an ongoing motivation and support.

Equipment

LA Fitness has state-of-the-art equipment and Cardio area. The staff keeps the machines clean. There are a lot of cardio machines but really lacks in the stair master machines. There are peak times like any other gym, but people seem to go in get their stuff done and leave. There isn't always an extreme long wait time for the machines, either.

Other Available Amenities

Other amenities the gym offers include Indoor heated lap pool, whirlpool spa and saunas, racquetball, basketball (tournaments and leagues available), locker facilities, Kids Klub (babysitting), juice bar and Swim School. LA Fitness also has a Café where you can get a smoothie after a hard workout. Many of these amenities are common among both regional and national fitness centers-though, a few of the very upscale gyms do not cater to children or offer childcare services, which gives LA Fitness an advantage; however, there may be additional fees for some amenities depending on the LA Fitness location. That is a disadvantage for customers.

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The Bad

Upfront fees
Hidden fees
Cleanliness
Nutrition

Upfront Fees

At LA Fitness, initiation fees change according to what package customers sign up with. For example, if you sign up for a membership online your initiation fee is $99. Current members have to pay a $25 enrollment fee for family members to be added to the package. We found this to be a disadvantage since some fitness centers let you add at least one family member without paying additional enrollment fees.

Hidden Fees

Although LA Fitness offers a low price for their new members signing up online, the small print states different pricing applies to Arkansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, New York, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Signature Clubs, and clubs in Canada. Also it costs $10 to freeze your membership account, so if you're relocating or need to stop using your membership for a while, you will be charged. We found this unfavorable, as some gyms don't charge this. Another hidden cost is having to pay extra for attending certain locations. Members have complained that they were told that their membership covered all LA Fitness locations only to find out that their membership did not cover Signature club locations. The additional cost is $5 per visit, or a one-time fee of $167 to make your membership valid at signature clubs.

Cleanliness

Overall, minus a few locations, customers find LA Fitness to be a clean facility. A typical LA Fitness facility experience starts out with high ceilings, well-lit spaces, elbow room around the equipment, convenient parking, and new and well maintained equipment; however, over time, customers across the country say that the condition and cleanliness of the facilities go downhill. Things like AC, saunas, and machines break down and take a long time to get fixed. One customer reported roach sightings on two separate occasions, posting pictures online. It appears LA Fitness falls behind several gyms we reviewed that successfully maintaining higher cleanliness standards.

Nutrition

There are no nutrition plans offered for customers, which lowers LA Fitness's rating in this area. We found several major gyms that offer a more holistic personal training program with both nutritional and exercise training.

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The Bottom Line

LA Fitness is one of the few companies in the fitness industry that openly advertises its pricing online. Prices are affordable, averaging at $40/month, and the gym offers 21 different types of fitness group classes, most at no additional cost, which run the gamut from hip hop to bootcamp to yoga. If price is a factor, LA Fitness's rates are some of the more affordable ones out there. There are enrollment fees for both individuals and for adding family members to your plan, which many gyms don't charge. However, cleanliness seems to be a big complaint across the board. Meanwhile, the gym's personal trainers don't reveal package rates without sitting down for a consultation with them. There is also no nutritional training or support, and locations tend to be low on certain exercise machines.

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Zabsanti Slidell, LA

I recently started going to la fitness and it is amazing. Compared to other fitness centers around my house, they have better equipment and their membership is extremely affordable. Their customer service is also one of their best attributes.

6 years ago

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Cade Boudreaux Irving, TX

I love LA Fitness. My favorite part of their gym is the basketball court where I’m able to still play weekly and keep my self active. The staff is very friendly and are always willing to answer any questions you need about your workout and experience.

6 years ago

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Hunter Kasprzyk Gilbert, AZ

LA Fitness has been the gym that I have used for the longest amount of time and still use today. The equipment is nice and the employees are very knowledgeable. When I go it is not very crowded so I don't have to wait super long if I need to use equipment that is very popular for other people to use as well.

8 years ago

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Mia Hernandez Tempe, AZ

i like this gym the trainers are really helpful and really seem to care about your body goals and really wanna help you get there my trainer Ryan is the BEST! He pushes me so hard to meet my goal and yet still gives me nice motivational speeches when i start to feel close to giving up i would highly recommend coming here if your serious about obtaining your body goals

7 years ago

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Jaelyn Morris Tallahassee, FL

I enjoy working out at LA Fitness. Their equipment is always clean and they make sure each person cleans up after their equipment use. I find that everyone there is respectful and I feel very comfortable working out there.

4 years ago

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Elisabeth Kinghorn Bangkok, 10

LA Fitness is such a great gym for all levels of experience and for all areas of athletic interest. I loved being able to hit the weights and then go for a swim afterwards. A very nice quality facility!

5 years ago

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Roxana Perez ,

I like LA fitness. I love the facility, the amenities they offer, and even more the daily classes included in your membership. I do agree that this can be a pricey option, but it is worth all the money you pay.

6 years ago

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Natalia Correa MDTribe Miami, FL

I had a membership at LA Fitness for a couple of years. They had every piece of equipment I needed and more. I really liked the classes they offered. I also loved the options they had for payment plans, it was really helpful

6 years ago

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Nishita McLean, VA

I have gone in as a family member a few times, my brother has the membership for LA Fitness. I love their indoor pool, sauna, and Zumba classes. Great place, spacious and many types of equipment to choose from.

7 years ago

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Asia Bui Gulfport, MS

I was visiting my cousins and family in Houston and my gym junkie uncle took me to one of the LA Fitness gyms around their house and everything was so nice and it gave me a really good workout with all the equipment they offered

6 years ago

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Jodianna Altamonte Springs, FL

I loveee this gym. I am a member and I love the fact that I can bring a guest each time I go. My daughter comes with me and we go to the Zumba, yoga, and belly dancing classes. Afterwards we work out on the ellipticals and then head to the sauna. I always feel refreshed afterwards. The facility is always clean.

6 years ago

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gayana innocent Deerfield Beach, FL

LA Fitness is the best gym ever. It is really big with so many different materials to use that'll help you reach your goal. I personally enjoy going to the gym more when I'm going to LA. I like going to the different classes they have such as yoga and Zumba. I highly recommend LA Fitness.

6 years ago

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shirell West Haven, CT

awesome environment n great costumer service , Practice safety measures to the great workout machines too , I went there as a quest and was very pleased

4 years ago

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Anoushka Ahuja Orlando, FL

LA fitness was a very clean gym and the best facility that I had seen in a long time the swimming pool was very clean and I would use it every single day

4 years ago

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Connor Smith Palm City, FL

The atmosphere at LA Fitness is perfect for the people trying to lose weight or achieve their ideal fitness goals! I love the high quality equipment and spacious facility.

4 years ago

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Connor Farmington, UT

I wish LA Fitness was located across the country because this is by far my favorite gym. They make working out seem clean and elite, providing the best gym equipment and guidance. Please expand!

6 years ago

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Nashali Vescovacci Fort White, FL

LA Fitness is a very clean gym with good workout machines. I like that there is a wide variety of machines and the customer service is great.

4 years ago

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Linda finley

really good I have always likes LA Fitness just finish that they would lower their monthly payments down for 55 and over

7 years ago

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hmarashi Newark, NJ

I’ve been going to LA Fitness for almost 6 years now, their gyms are always a good value for money and well furnished with free weights and other amenities.

6 years ago

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Alyssa skinner Gilbert, AZ

I have had a membership with LA fitness for the last couple of months and have loved it. It is never to crowed and they have more then enough equipment!!

7 years ago

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Nicole LeBaron Provo, UT

There was an LA fitness near my house and it was great. Lots of equiptment to use and never had to wait to use anything. I felt the gym was well organized and welcoming.

7 years ago

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Wilinda Sylvestre Tallahassee, FL

I loved LA fitness! The equipment and the environment was so encouraging, I am a returning customer.

6 years ago

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Stephen0118

They've been great. I even have a personal trainer. They're very friendly and treat you like a valued member.

7 years ago

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Great! Clean up to date equipment and the staff are always attentive to our needs. Reqsonablly priced.

7 years ago

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Preston Vaughan Jackson, MS

Awesome place to work out the environment is always challenging and has great selections of machines for things to work out with

6 years ago

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jkenny90 , TX

Great workout experience here. The gym was very well maintained and the variety of activities offered at the gym is the reason I kept going back.

6 years ago

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Cameron Clark Provo, UT

Best bang for your buck gym out there. I have a really hard time not paying for a membership for all the amenities offered.

7 years ago

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Nicholas Lake Villa, IL

I like going to LA Fitness because I can go and enjoy working out. All the workers are very nice if you need help with something.

7 years ago

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Fernando Delgado Tempe, AZ

I love LA Fitness especially how clean it is and the services they provided like the classes also love that they have many locations.

7 years ago

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Hallieford Arlington, TX

LA Fitness is great. The kid care was perfect for my kids, they always have a good time.

6 years ago

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Catherine McIntosh

Staff is friendly, the gym is clean, and there are plenty of machines to get a thorough workout.

7 years ago

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Frank Galgan

Very good. Trainer is attentive and we are an older couple. Makes sure we don't hurt ourselves.

7 years ago

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destiny wright Jacksonville, FL

Very nice place and not too crowded. The machinery is updated and its an open environment with an indoor pool.

6 years ago

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karis buggs

I love the variety I have with each location. I feel like I am always getting the most for my money.

6 years ago

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Debbie

The swim class instructors are good and the northridge gym is clean

7 years ago

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Roger Margolis

LA is a good gym for me as my health plan covers it and I travel for my job

7 years ago

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Keeli Hansen San Jose, CA

Great gym the staff is always kind and the trainers there are very knowledgeable and work you hard

7 years ago