Sales presentations may include emotional appeals and even scare tactics. Don't be intimidated by such methods. Don't be satisfied, either, with evasive answers to your questions or verbal promises that don't appear on a written contract. If a fitness center salesperson tells you something is part of your membership, they should be willing to write it into your contract. Try to evaluate the financial soundness of a center.
Some centers close within a short period of time or fail to open at all.
A fitness center may appear prosperous but have no real assets or investments. If the facility you join is bought by another company, the new owner may be under no obligation to honor you contract. If a center closes and has no money, you may be left without a remedy. The law requires disclosure statements in the contract of the full membership price and the cost of individual time payments. All contracts must also specify every major facility and service available in the membership and include any conditions or restrictions on their use.