{"id":368309,"date":"2026-10-22T21:21:18","date_gmt":"2026-10-23T02:21:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.etrafficlane.com\/60dollarmiracle\/7-budget-friendly-gyms-ranked-by-yearly-cost-youfit-wins"},"modified":"2026-10-22T21:21:21","modified_gmt":"2026-10-23T02:21:21","slug":"7-budget-friendly-gyms-ranked-by-yearly-cost-youfit-wins","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.etrafficlane.com\/60dollarmiracle\/7-budget-friendly-gyms-ranked-by-yearly-cost-youfit-wins","title":{"rendered":"7 Price range Pleasant Gyms, Ranked by Yearly Price (YouFit Wins)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<p data-astro-cid-fzx4jmue=\"\">A good gym doesn&#8217;t have to cost much, as long as you count every fee before you sign.<\/p>\n<div data-astro-cid-fzx4jmue=\"\">\n<p>A good gym doesn\u2019t have to cost much, as long as you count every fee before you sign.<\/p>\n<p>Budget friendly gyms charge $10 to $25 a month, according to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepennyhoarder.com\/budgeting\/cheap-gym-memberships\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">The Penny Hoarder<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The average gym?<br \/>\nAbout $50 to $60 a month.<\/p>\n<p>But the sticker price isn\u2019t the whole story, because almost every chain adds an annual fee.<\/p>\n<p>So I ranked 7 budget gyms by what one full year really costs: 12 months of the basic rate plus the annual fee.<br \/>\nEach pick comes with its price, its fee and the free trial you can use first.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s a quick way to pick:<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"the-7-budget-friendly-gyms-at-a-glance\">The 7 Budget Friendly Gyms at a Glance<\/h2>\n<p>Every row links to the gym\u2019s official site, ranked by what a first year costs.<\/p>\n<div class=\"picks-box\">\n<p class=\"picks-box-title\">The 7 gyms side by side<\/p>\n<div class=\"et-table-wrap\">\n<table class=\"et-table\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th class=\"rank\">#<\/th>\n<th>Gym<\/th>\n<th>Basic monthly<\/th>\n<th>First-year cost<\/th>\n<th>Join<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"rank\">1<\/td>\n<td><strong>YouFit Gyms<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>$9.99<\/td>\n<td>$169.87<\/td>\n<td><a class=\"join-btn-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/youfit.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Join Now<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"rank\">2<\/td>\n<td><strong>24 Hour Fitness<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>$9.99<\/td>\n<td>$179.87<\/td>\n<td><a class=\"join-btn-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/www.24hourfitness.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Join Now<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"rank\">3<\/td>\n<td><strong>Planet Fitness<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>$15<\/td>\n<td>$229.00<\/td>\n<td><a class=\"join-btn-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/www.planetfitness.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Join Now<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"rank\">4<\/td>\n<td><strong>Crunch Fitness<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>$19.99<\/td>\n<td>$328.88<\/td>\n<td><a class=\"join-btn-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/www.crunch.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Join Now<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"rank\">5<\/td>\n<td><strong>LA Fitness<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>$29.99<\/td>\n<td>$428.88<\/td>\n<td><a class=\"join-btn-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lafitness.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Join Now<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"rank\">6<\/td>\n<td><strong>Anytime Fitness<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>$53 average<\/td>\n<td>$685.99<\/td>\n<td><a class=\"join-btn-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/www.anytimefitness.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Join Now<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"rank\">7<\/td>\n<td><strong>YMCA<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Varies by branch<\/td>\n<td>Ask your local Y<\/td>\n<td><a class=\"join-btn-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ymca.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Join Now<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"how-we-ranked-these-budget-friendly-gyms\">How We Ranked These Budget Friendly Gyms<\/h2>\n<p>These picks were judged on published prices, not on hands-on testing:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>First-year cost.<\/strong> 12 months of the basic rate plus the annual fee, the one number that sorts the list.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reach.<\/strong> How many locations and states each chain covers.<\/li>\n<li><strong>What the base tier includes.<\/strong> Cardio machines, dumbbells and other strength training gear, plus classes, pools or 24\/7 access.<\/li>\n<li><strong>A free way to try it.<\/strong> A guest pass or trial before you sign anything.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Prices below come from The Penny Hoarder\u2019s January 2026 comparison and, for Planet Fitness, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nerdwallet.com\/finance\/learn\/planet-fitness-membership-cost\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">NerdWallet\u2019s August 2026 update<\/a>.<br \/>\nOne-time initiation fees are left out because they change by club and promotion.<\/p>\n<p>Chains with no citable 2026 price, such as Gold\u2019s Gym, and premium studios like Equinox or Orangetheory Fitness didn\u2019t make the list.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"the-7-budget-friendly-gyms-reviewed\">The 7 Budget Friendly Gyms Reviewed<\/h2>\n<p>Each review follows the table\u2019s order: who the gym suits, what it costs and the one catch to know.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"entry-heading\" id=\"1-youfit-gyms-best-for-the-lowest-first-year-cost\"><span class=\"entry-num\">1<span class=\"entry-num-dot\">.<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"entry-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/youfit.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">YouFit Gyms<\/a> <span>[Best for the Lowest First-Year Cost]<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>YouFit Gyms is the cheapest year of gym access on this list.<\/p>\n<p>The Penny Hoarder\u2019s table lists a $9.99 basic membership with a $49.99 annual fee, so 12 months comes to $169.87.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/youfit.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\"><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Anybody\" src=\"https:\/\/www.frugalforless.com\/images\/screenshots\/youfit-gyms-homepage.webp\" alt=\"YouFit Gyms homepage with an early Black Friday offer to join for $2.27 and get 30 days free\" width=\"1200\" height=\"638\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;max-width:720px;height:auto;border:1px solid #e2e8e4;border-radius:10px;box-shadow:0 4px 16px rgba(29,41,43,0.12);display:block;margin:18px 0;\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s $10 less than 24 Hour Fitness for the same monthly rate, because YouFit\u2019s yearly fee is lower.<\/p>\n<p>One thing has changed since January: YouFit now bills dues every two weeks, and its site advertises memberships from $5 per payment.<br \/>\nThat\u2019s about $130 a year in dues, or roughly $180 with the annual fee, so price your own club before you count on the $169.87.<\/p>\n<p>The catch is reach.<br \/>\nYouFit runs about 80 locations in 10 states, so plenty of readers won\u2019t have one nearby.<\/p>\n<p>Want classes too?<br \/>\nThe Premium tier adds group classes and access to more YouFit clubs, and The Penny Hoarder listed it at $24.99 a month.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019d bring a workout partner every time, look at Premium+, the tier that includes a free guest with every visit.<\/p>\n<table style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:22px 0;font-size:0.94rem;border:1px solid #d7e9df;\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th colspan=\"2\" style=\"background:#1ab56b;color:#ffffff;text-align:left;padding:11px 14px;font-size:1rem;\">YouFit Gyms at a Glance<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;background:#f0faf5;font-weight:700;color:#1d292b;width:38%;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\"><span class=\"glance-label\"><span class=\"glance-icon\">\ud83c\udfcb<\/span><span>What You Get<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;color:#1d292b;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\">Cardio, strength and turf areas at your home club<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;background:#f0faf5;font-weight:700;color:#1d292b;width:38%;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\"><span class=\"glance-label\"><span class=\"glance-icon\">\ud83d\udcb0<\/span><span>Cost<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;color:#1d292b;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\">$9.99\/mo basic, $49.99 annual fee<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;background:#f0faf5;font-weight:700;color:#1d292b;width:38%;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\"><span class=\"glance-label\"><span class=\"glance-icon\">\ud83d\udcc5<\/span><span>First Year<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;color:#1d292b;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\">$169.87<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;background:#f0faf5;font-weight:700;color:#1d292b;width:38%;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\"><span class=\"glance-label\"><span class=\"glance-icon\">\ud83c\udfaf<\/span><span>Best For<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;color:#1d292b;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\">Lifters who just need a barbell and machines<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;background:#f0faf5;font-weight:700;color:#1d292b;width:38%;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\"><span class=\"glance-label\"><span class=\"glance-icon\">\ud83d\udc49<\/span><span>First Step<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;color:#1d292b;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\">Claim the free guest pass on youfit.com<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3 class=\"entry-heading\" id=\"2-24-hour-fitness-best-cheap-gym-with-pools-at-many-clubs\"><span class=\"entry-num\">2<span class=\"entry-num-dot\">.<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"entry-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.24hourfitness.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">24 Hour Fitness<\/a> <span>[Best Cheap Gym With Pools at Many Clubs]<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>24 Hour Fitness matches YouFit\u2019s $9.99 monthly price and adds more amenities at many clubs.<\/p>\n<p>The same table lists Silver at $9.99, Gold at $24.99 and Platinum at $39.99 a month, depending on location.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.24hourfitness.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.frugalforless.com\/images\/screenshots\/24-hour-fitness-homepage.webp\" alt=\"24 Hour Fitness homepage listing 235+ locations, pool and spa amenities and a 5-day free pass\" width=\"1200\" height=\"819\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;max-width:720px;height:auto;border:1px solid #e2e8e4;border-radius:10px;box-shadow:0 4px 16px rgba(29,41,43,0.12);display:block;margin:18px 0;\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Members pay a $59.99 annual fee, which puts a Silver year at $179.87.<br \/>\nSome clubs also charge a one-time initiation fee.<\/p>\n<p>Why pay $10 more a year than YouFit?<br \/>\nMany 24 Hour Fitness clubs offer pools, personal training and in-house child care.<\/p>\n<p>Just check your exact club first.<br \/>\nThe chain listed roughly 300 locations in 11 states in January 2026, but its homepage now shows 235+ locations in 9 states, a 5-day free pass and newer plan names, so confirm today\u2019s rate.<\/p>\n<table style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:22px 0;font-size:0.94rem;border:1px solid #d7e9df;\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th colspan=\"2\" style=\"background:#1ab56b;color:#ffffff;text-align:left;padding:11px 14px;font-size:1rem;\">24 Hour Fitness at a Glance<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;background:#f0faf5;font-weight:700;color:#1d292b;width:38%;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\"><span class=\"glance-label\"><span class=\"glance-icon\">\ud83c\udfcb<\/span><span>What You Get<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;color:#1d292b;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\">Cardio, strength and studio classes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;background:#f0faf5;font-weight:700;color:#1d292b;width:38%;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\"><span class=\"glance-label\"><span class=\"glance-icon\">\ud83d\udcb0<\/span><span>Cost<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;color:#1d292b;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\">$9.99 to $39.99\/mo, $59.99 annual fee<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;background:#f0faf5;font-weight:700;color:#1d292b;width:38%;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\"><span class=\"glance-label\"><span class=\"glance-icon\">\ud83d\udcc5<\/span><span>First Year<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;color:#1d292b;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\">$179.87 on Silver<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;background:#f0faf5;font-weight:700;color:#1d292b;width:38%;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\"><span class=\"glance-label\"><span class=\"glance-icon\">\ud83c\udfaf<\/span><span>Best For<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;color:#1d292b;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\">Families who want a pool or child care<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;background:#f0faf5;font-weight:700;color:#1d292b;width:38%;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\"><span class=\"glance-label\"><span class=\"glance-icon\">\ud83d\udc49<\/span><span>First Step<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;color:#1d292b;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\">Use the free pass at your nearest club<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3 class=\"entry-heading\" id=\"3-planet-fitness-best-for-nationwide-access\"><span class=\"entry-num\">3<span class=\"entry-num-dot\">.<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"entry-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.planetfitness.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Planet Fitness<\/a> <span>[Best for Nationwide Access]<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Planet_Fitness\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Planet Fitness<\/a> is the budget gym you\u2019re most likely to find nearby, with clubs in all 50 states and more than 2,900 worldwide.<\/p>\n<p>NerdWallet\u2019s August 2026 update lists two tiers: Classic at $15 and PF Black Card at $24.99 a month.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.planetfitness.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.frugalforless.com\/images\/screenshots\/planet-fitness-homepage.webp\" alt=\"Planet Fitness homepage with a Find a Club search box\" width=\"1200\" height=\"674\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;max-width:720px;height:auto;border:1px solid #e2e8e4;border-radius:10px;box-shadow:0 4px 16px rgba(29,41,43,0.12);display:block;margin:18px 0;\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Both tiers add an annual fee of $49.<br \/>\nSo a Classic year costs $229.00, and a Black Card year costs $348.88.<\/p>\n<p>The Black Card is the upgrade that pays off if you travel.<br \/>\nIt opens any Planet Fitness location and lets you bring one guest each visit.<\/p>\n<p>Watch the exit terms before you join.<br \/>\nNerdWallet says you may have to commit for 12 months, and leaving early costs a $58 buyout fee.<\/p>\n<table style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:22px 0;font-size:0.94rem;border:1px solid #d7e9df;\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th colspan=\"2\" style=\"background:#1ab56b;color:#ffffff;text-align:left;padding:11px 14px;font-size:1rem;\">Planet Fitness at a Glance<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;background:#f0faf5;font-weight:700;color:#1d292b;width:38%;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\"><span class=\"glance-label\"><span class=\"glance-icon\">\ud83c\udfcb<\/span><span>What You Get<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;color:#1d292b;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\">Cardio and strength training equipment at one home club<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;background:#f0faf5;font-weight:700;color:#1d292b;width:38%;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\"><span class=\"glance-label\"><span class=\"glance-icon\">\ud83d\udcb0<\/span><span>Cost<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;color:#1d292b;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\">$15\/mo Classic, $24.99\/mo Black Card, $49 annual fee<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;background:#f0faf5;font-weight:700;color:#1d292b;width:38%;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\"><span class=\"glance-label\"><span class=\"glance-icon\">\ud83d\udcc5<\/span><span>First Year<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;color:#1d292b;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\">$229.00 on Classic<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;background:#f0faf5;font-weight:700;color:#1d292b;width:38%;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\"><span class=\"glance-label\"><span class=\"glance-icon\">\ud83c\udfaf<\/span><span>Best For<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;color:#1d292b;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\">Beginners and small-town members<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;background:#f0faf5;font-weight:700;color:#1d292b;width:38%;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\"><span class=\"glance-label\"><span class=\"glance-icon\">\ud83d\udc49<\/span><span>First Step<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;color:#1d292b;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\">Search your ZIP on planetfitness.com<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3 class=\"entry-heading\" id=\"4-crunch-fitness-best-for-classes-on-a-budget\"><span class=\"entry-num\">4<span class=\"entry-num-dot\">.<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"entry-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crunch.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Crunch Fitness<\/a> <span>[Best for Classes on a Budget]<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Crunch Fitness costs more for the year than Planet Fitness but gives you more room to grow into classes.<\/p>\n<p>The Penny Hoarder\u2019s table lists a $19.99 basic membership and an $89 annual fee, so a year runs $328.88.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crunch.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.frugalforless.com\/images\/screenshots\/crunch-fitness-homepage.webp\" alt=\"Crunch Fitness homepage with Free Trial and Join buttons\" width=\"1200\" height=\"672\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;max-width:720px;height:auto;border:1px solid #e2e8e4;border-radius:10px;box-shadow:0 4px 16px rgba(29,41,43,0.12);display:block;margin:18px 0;\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Prices move a lot by club, though.<br \/>\nBase memberships range from $9.99 to $19.99 a month, and annual fees vary by location too.<\/p>\n<p>At $9.99 with the same $89 fee, your first year drops to $208.88.<br \/>\nSo if your local Crunch charges $9.99, it beats Planet Fitness for the year by about $20.<\/p>\n<p>Crunch runs 490+ locations across 41 states, second only to Planet Fitness\u2019s 50 states on this list.<\/p>\n<table style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:22px 0;font-size:0.94rem;border:1px solid #d7e9df;\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th colspan=\"2\" style=\"background:#1ab56b;color:#ffffff;text-align:left;padding:11px 14px;font-size:1rem;\">Crunch Fitness at a Glance<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;background:#f0faf5;font-weight:700;color:#1d292b;width:38%;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\"><span class=\"glance-label\"><span class=\"glance-icon\">\ud83c\udfcb<\/span><span>What You Get<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;color:#1d292b;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\">Equipment floor on Base, classes on higher tiers<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;background:#f0faf5;font-weight:700;color:#1d292b;width:38%;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\"><span class=\"glance-label\"><span class=\"glance-icon\">\ud83d\udcb0<\/span><span>Cost<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;color:#1d292b;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\">$9.99 to $19.99\/mo Base, $89 annual fee in the table<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;background:#f0faf5;font-weight:700;color:#1d292b;width:38%;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\"><span class=\"glance-label\"><span class=\"glance-icon\">\ud83d\udcc5<\/span><span>First Year<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;color:#1d292b;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\">$328.88 at $19.99<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;background:#f0faf5;font-weight:700;color:#1d292b;width:38%;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\"><span class=\"glance-label\"><span class=\"glance-icon\">\ud83c\udfaf<\/span><span>Best For<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;color:#1d292b;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\">People who want group classes later<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;background:#f0faf5;font-weight:700;color:#1d292b;width:38%;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\"><span class=\"glance-label\"><span class=\"glance-icon\">\ud83d\udc49<\/span><span>First Step<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;color:#1d292b;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\">Book the free one-day trial on crunch.com<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3 class=\"entry-heading\" id=\"5-la-fitness-best-for-pools-saunas-and-courts\"><span class=\"entry-num\">5<span class=\"entry-num-dot\">.<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"entry-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lafitness.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">LA Fitness<\/a> <span>[Best for Pools, Saunas and Courts]<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/LA_Fitness\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">LA Fitness<\/a> is the full-service pick for readers who want a pool more than the lowest price.<\/p>\n<p>The Penny Hoarder lists $29.99 to $39.99 a month with a $69 annual fee, so a year starts at $428.88.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lafitness.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.frugalforless.com\/images\/screenshots\/la-fitness-homepage.webp\" alt=\"LA Fitness homepage with Free Pass and Join Now buttons\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;max-width:720px;height:auto;border:1px solid #e2e8e4;border-radius:10px;box-shadow:0 4px 16px rgba(29,41,43,0.12);display:block;margin:18px 0;\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s about $259 more than YouFit for the year.<br \/>\nIn return, its clubs include group fitness classes, indoor heated pools, whirlpool spas and saunas.<\/p>\n<p>Some clubs add basketball and racquetball courts.<br \/>\nLA Fitness runs about 550 locations in 27 states, and Signature or Premier clubs can cost more than the base range.<\/p>\n<table style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:22px 0;font-size:0.94rem;border:1px solid #d7e9df;\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th colspan=\"2\" style=\"background:#1ab56b;color:#ffffff;text-align:left;padding:11px 14px;font-size:1rem;\">LA Fitness at a Glance<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;background:#f0faf5;font-weight:700;color:#1d292b;width:38%;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\"><span class=\"glance-label\"><span class=\"glance-icon\">\ud83c\udfcb<\/span><span>What You Get<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;color:#1d292b;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\">Classes, heated pool, spa and sauna<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;background:#f0faf5;font-weight:700;color:#1d292b;width:38%;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\"><span class=\"glance-label\"><span class=\"glance-icon\">\ud83d\udcb0<\/span><span>Cost<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;color:#1d292b;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\">$29.99 to $39.99\/mo, $69 annual fee<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;background:#f0faf5;font-weight:700;color:#1d292b;width:38%;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\"><span class=\"glance-label\"><span class=\"glance-icon\">\ud83d\udcc5<\/span><span>First Year<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;color:#1d292b;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\">$428.88 at $29.99<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;background:#f0faf5;font-weight:700;color:#1d292b;width:38%;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\"><span class=\"glance-label\"><span class=\"glance-icon\">\ud83c\udfaf<\/span><span>Best For<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;color:#1d292b;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\">Swimmers and sauna fans<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;background:#f0faf5;font-weight:700;color:#1d292b;width:38%;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\"><span class=\"glance-label\"><span class=\"glance-icon\">\ud83d\udc49<\/span><span>First Step<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;color:#1d292b;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\">Request the free trial at lafitness.com<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3 class=\"entry-heading\" id=\"6-anytime-fitness-best-for-247-access\"><span class=\"entry-num\">6<span class=\"entry-num-dot\">.<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"entry-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.anytimefitness.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Anytime Fitness<\/a> <span>[Best for 24\/7 Access]<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Anytime Fitness is the pick for night-shift workers and travelers, because its gyms are open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.<\/p>\n<p>The company\u2019s own FAQ, as quoted by The Penny Hoarder, puts the average U.S. membership at $53 a month.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.anytimefitness.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.frugalforless.com\/images\/screenshots\/anytime-fitness-homepage.webp\" alt=\"Anytime Fitness homepage offering to join now for just $1\" width=\"1200\" height=\"552\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;max-width:720px;height:auto;border:1px solid #e2e8e4;border-radius:10px;box-shadow:0 4px 16px rgba(29,41,43,0.12);display:block;margin:18px 0;\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Add the $49.99 annual fee and an average year costs $685.99.<br \/>\nThat\u2019s the highest total here, so treat it as a convenience buy, not a bargain.<\/p>\n<p>The average hides a spread, since prices vary by location and promotion.<br \/>\nYour club may land under $53, and members also pay one-time initiation and key activation fees.<\/p>\n<p>With access to 6,000+ gyms, according to its homepage, it\u2019s the biggest network on this list.<\/p>\n<table style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:22px 0;font-size:0.94rem;border:1px solid #d7e9df;\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th colspan=\"2\" style=\"background:#1ab56b;color:#ffffff;text-align:left;padding:11px 14px;font-size:1rem;\">Anytime Fitness at a Glance<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;background:#f0faf5;font-weight:700;color:#1d292b;width:38%;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\"><span class=\"glance-label\"><span class=\"glance-icon\">\ud83c\udfcb<\/span><span>What You Get<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;color:#1d292b;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\">Gym access at any hour, every day<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;background:#f0faf5;font-weight:700;color:#1d292b;width:38%;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\"><span class=\"glance-label\"><span class=\"glance-icon\">\ud83d\udcb0<\/span><span>Cost<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;color:#1d292b;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\">$53\/mo average, $49.99 annual fee<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;background:#f0faf5;font-weight:700;color:#1d292b;width:38%;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\"><span class=\"glance-label\"><span class=\"glance-icon\">\ud83d\udcc5<\/span><span>First Year<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;color:#1d292b;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\">$685.99 at the average rate<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;background:#f0faf5;font-weight:700;color:#1d292b;width:38%;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\"><span class=\"glance-label\"><span class=\"glance-icon\">\ud83c\udfaf<\/span><span>Best For<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;color:#1d292b;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\">Shift workers and frequent travelers<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;background:#f0faf5;font-weight:700;color:#1d292b;width:38%;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\"><span class=\"glance-label\"><span class=\"glance-icon\">\ud83d\udc49<\/span><span>First Step<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;color:#1d292b;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\">Grab the free trial pass, good for 1 or 7 days depending on the club<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3 class=\"entry-heading\" id=\"7-ymca-best-non-chain-option\"><span class=\"entry-num\">7<span class=\"entry-num-dot\">.<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"entry-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ymca.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">YMCA<\/a> <span>[Best Non-Chain Option]<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/YMCA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">YMCA<\/a> is the community option for readers who don\u2019t want a chain gym at all.<\/p>\n<p>The Penny Hoarder suggests joining your local YMCA if none of the chains suits you.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ymca.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.frugalforless.com\/images\/screenshots\/ymca-homepage.webp\" alt=\"YMCA homepage saying the Y has locations in more than 10,000 neighborhoods across the country\" width=\"1200\" height=\"685\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;max-width:720px;height:auto;border:1px solid #e2e8e4;border-radius:10px;box-shadow:0 4px 16px rgba(29,41,43,0.12);display:block;margin:18px 0;\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The Y says it has locations in more than 10,000 neighborhoods across the country, so there\u2019s a good chance one is close.<\/p>\n<p>It ranks last only because neither price source lists a YMCA rate.<br \/>\nOne phone call to your local branch gets you the number.<\/p>\n<div class=\"copy-block\">\n<p>Here\u2019s what to say:<\/p>\n<div class=\"copy-card\">\n<p><span class=\"copy-card-label\">Question for the front desk<\/span><button type=\"button\" class=\"copy-card-btn\" aria-label=\"Copy this text\">Copy<\/button><\/p>\n<div class=\"copy-card-msg\">\n<p>What\u2019s your monthly rate for one adult, is there a joining fee, and do you offer reduced rates based on income?<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Multiply the monthly rate by 12 and add the joining fee, and you can compare it with every gym in the table.<\/p>\n<table style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:22px 0;font-size:0.94rem;border:1px solid #d7e9df;\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th colspan=\"2\" style=\"background:#1ab56b;color:#ffffff;text-align:left;padding:11px 14px;font-size:1rem;\">YMCA at a Glance<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;background:#f0faf5;font-weight:700;color:#1d292b;width:38%;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\"><span class=\"glance-label\"><span class=\"glance-icon\">\ud83c\udfcb<\/span><span>What You Get<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;color:#1d292b;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\">Varies by branch, so ask what&#8217;s included<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;background:#f0faf5;font-weight:700;color:#1d292b;width:38%;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\"><span class=\"glance-label\"><span class=\"glance-icon\">\ud83d\udcb0<\/span><span>Cost<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;color:#1d292b;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\">Set by each branch<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;background:#f0faf5;font-weight:700;color:#1d292b;width:38%;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\"><span class=\"glance-label\"><span class=\"glance-icon\">\ud83d\udcc5<\/span><span>First Year<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;color:#1d292b;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\">Ask your local Y<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;background:#f0faf5;font-weight:700;color:#1d292b;width:38%;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\"><span class=\"glance-label\"><span class=\"glance-icon\">\ud83c\udfaf<\/span><span>Best For<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;color:#1d292b;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\">Anyone who prefers a local, non-chain gym<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;background:#f0faf5;font-weight:700;color:#1d292b;width:38%;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\"><span class=\"glance-label\"><span class=\"glance-icon\">\ud83d\udc49<\/span><span>First Step<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:9px 14px;color:#1d292b;border-top:1px solid #e6f2eb;\">Call the nearest branch and ask the question above<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2 id=\"what-budget-friendly-gyms-really-cost-in-a-year\">What Budget Friendly Gyms Really Cost in a Year<\/h2>\n<p>Budget friendly gyms such as YouFit Gyms and Anytime Fitness cost $169.87 to $685.99 for a first year, once you add each chain\u2019s annual fee to 12 months of its basic rate.<br \/>\nCompare that with a $50 to $60 average gym, which runs $600 to $720 a year before any fees.<\/p>\n<p>So picking YouFit over an average $50 gym saves about $430 in year one.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"fees-to-ask-about-before-you-sign\">Fees to Ask About Before You Sign<\/h2>\n<p>The monthly rate is just one line on your bill.<br \/>\nAsk about these too:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Annual fee.<\/strong> $49 to $89 a year on this list, billed once a year.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Initiation fee.<\/strong> A one-time charge at some 24 Hour Fitness clubs and other chains, sometimes waived during a promotion.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Buyout or early-exit fee.<\/strong> $58 at Planet Fitness if you leave before your commitment ends.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Key activation fee.<\/strong> A one-time charge at Anytime Fitness clubs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Add every one of them to your first-year number before you choose.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-to-try-a-budget-gym-free-before-joining\">How to Try a Budget Gym Free Before Joining<\/h2>\n<p>Five budget gym chains offer a free trial or pass before you join, from one day at Crunch Fitness to as many as seven at Anytime Fitness.<br \/>\nUse it to test the gym at the hour you\u2019ll actually go.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s how the trials lined up in The Penny Hoarder\u2019s January 2026 guide:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Anytime Fitness:<\/strong> free 7-day pass, though its site now says 1 or 7 days depending on the club.<\/li>\n<li><strong>YouFit Gyms, 24 Hour Fitness and LA Fitness:<\/strong> free 3-day pass or trial, and 24 Hour Fitness now advertises 5 days.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Crunch Fitness:<\/strong> free 1-day trial.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Show up at your real workout time and count the free squat racks, dumbbells and treadmills.<br \/>\nIf you\u2019d wait for every machine, keep looking.<\/p>\n<p>Canceling a cheap gym membership without extra fees comes down to timing.<br \/>\nAt Planet Fitness, NerdWallet says you must give notice at least seven business days before your billing date, or you pay another month.<\/p>\n<p>To skip the next $49 annual fee, NerdWallet says to cancel by the 25th of the month before it\u2019s due.<\/p>\n<div class=\"copy-block\">\n<p>Most Planet Fitness clubs want you to cancel in person, though a few allow mail or online.<br \/>\nSo before you join any gym, ask one question:<\/p>\n<div class=\"copy-card\">\n<p><span class=\"copy-card-label\">Question before you join<\/span><button type=\"button\" class=\"copy-card-btn\" aria-label=\"Copy this text\">Copy<\/button><\/p>\n<div class=\"copy-card-msg\">\n<p>How do I cancel, and how much notice do you need?<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>A gym is only one of your monthly charges, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.frugalforless.com\/money-saving-apps\/\">money saving apps<\/a> can flag the subscriptions you forgot about.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"ways-to-pay-even-less-for-a-budget-gym\">Ways to Pay Even Less for a Budget Gym<\/h2>\n<p>Budget gym members can pay even less through referral credits and employer perks.<br \/>\nPlanet Fitness gives a free month for each friend who joins, up to 3 referral credits a year, according to NerdWallet.<\/p>\n<p>Each move takes one conversation or a few minutes online:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Refer friends.<\/strong> Three referrals can cover 3 months of a $15 Classic plan, worth $45.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Check work perks.<\/strong> Some Walmart employees may qualify for gym memberships as low as $2.50 per paycheck, per The Penny Hoarder.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pay from checking.<\/strong> Many Planet Fitness branches only take checking-account payments, so set that up before you go in.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ask about age and service discounts.<\/strong> Ask the desk whether your club matches the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.frugalforless.com\/discounts-you-can-get-at-age-55\/\">discounts for people 55 and up<\/a> or the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.frugalforless.com\/discounts-for-first-responders-military-members\/\">deals for military members<\/a> other businesses offer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Want your workouts to pay you back?<br \/>\nA few <a href=\"https:\/\/www.frugalforless.com\/apps-that-pay-you-to-exercise\/\">apps that pay you to exercise<\/a> can offset part of a $10 membership, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.frugalforless.com\/apps-that-pay-you-to-walk\/\">step-tracking apps<\/a> reward the walks you\u2019d take anyway.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"is-25-a-month-a-lot-for-a-gym\">Is $25 a Month a Lot for a Gym?<\/h2>\n<p>$25 a month is not a lot for a gym.<br \/>\nIt sits at the top of the $10 to $25 range The Penny Hoarder calls cheap, and well under the $50 to $60 average.<\/p>\n<p>At $25, a year costs $300 before fees.<br \/>\nThat\u2019s roughly what Planet Fitness\u2019s PF Black Card costs at $24.99.<\/p>\n<p>So if a $25 gym gives you classes, guest privileges or multi-club access, it\u2019s still a budget price.<\/p>\n<p>A gym you stop using is the real waste, so check your budget for other hidden <a href=\"https:\/\/www.frugalforless.com\/money-wasters\/\">money wasters<\/a> while you\u2019re at it.<br \/>\nIf you\u2019d rather skip the gym entirely, there are plenty of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.frugalforless.com\/free-hobbies\/\">free hobbies<\/a> that keep you active, and your food budget can stretch too with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.frugalforless.com\/cheapest-sources-of-protein\/\">cheap sources of protein<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"key-takeaways\">\n<p class=\"key-takeaways-title\">Key Takeaways<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Count the annual fee.<\/strong> Almost every chain adds one, from $49 to $89 a year on this list.<\/li>\n<li><strong>YouFit Gyms has the cheapest year.<\/strong> $169.87 on The Penny Hoarder&#8217;s numbers, with 24 Hour Fitness close behind at $179.87.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Planet Fitness is the easiest to find.<\/strong> It&#8217;s in all 50 states, and the Classic plan costs $229 for a year.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pay more only for what you&#8217;ll use.<\/strong> LA Fitness adds pools and saunas, and Anytime Fitness adds 24\/7 access.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Try before you sign.<\/strong> Use the free pass at your real workout time, and ask how to cancel first.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"frequently-asked-questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<div class=\"faq-list\">\n<details class=\"faq-item\">\n<summary class=\"faq-question\">What is the cheapest gym I can join?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"faq-answer\">\n<p>YouFit Gyms is the cheapest gym to join for a full year on this list, at about $169.87: a $9.99 basic monthly rate plus a $49.99 annual fee, per The Penny Hoarder\u2019s January 2026 table.<br \/>\n24 Hour Fitness is close behind at $179.87, so check which one has a club near you.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"faq-item\">\n<summary class=\"faq-question\">What gym is $15 a month?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"faq-answer\">\n<p>Planet Fitness is the best-known $15 gym: its Classic membership costs $15 a month for one home club, according to NerdWallet in August 2026.<br \/>\nAdd the $49 annual fee and a year costs $229.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"faq-item\">\n<summary class=\"faq-question\">Is Planet Fitness still $10 a month?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"faq-answer\">\n<p>No, Planet Fitness\u2019s Classic membership now starts at $15 a month, not $10, according to NerdWallet\u2019s August 2026 update.<br \/>\nThe PF Black Card costs $24.99 a month, and both tiers add a $49 annual fee.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"faq-item\">\n<summary class=\"faq-question\">Which budget gym has a pool?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"faq-answer\">\n<p>LA Fitness is the budget gym on this list most known for pools: The Penny Hoarder says its clubs include indoor heated pools, whirlpool spas and saunas, from $29.99 a month.<br \/>\nMany 24 Hour Fitness clubs offer pools too, so check the amenities page for your exact club.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"faq-item\">\n<summary class=\"faq-question\">Which budget gym has the most locations?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"faq-answer\">\n<p>Anytime Fitness has the most locations of these budget gyms, with access to 6,000+ gyms according to its homepage.<br \/>\nPlanet Fitness has more than 2,900 worldwide, per NerdWallet, and its PF Black Card covers every club for $24.99 a month.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"faq-item\">\n<summary class=\"faq-question\">Is a cheap gym membership worth it?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"faq-answer\">\n<p>A cheap gym membership is worth it if you go often enough to beat your other options: at YouFit\u2019s $9.99 rate, eight visits a month works out to about $1.25 each.<br \/>\nUse the free trial first, 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