Every LA Fitness Fee, In One Place
Monthly dues are only part of the bill. Here's every fee LA Fitness charges separately, what triggers it, and whether it's negotiable.
The four fee types
Initiation fee
One-time, charged at sign-up. Negotiable and often waived during promotions.
Annual fee
Recurring once a year, billed roughly two weeks after you join and yearly after that.
Family / friend add-on
Per additional person added to your plan, billed monthly.
Personal training
Per session, separate from membership dues, varies by trainer and package.
Which fees are negotiable
The initiation fee is the most flexible — it's frequently discounted or waived and worth asking about directly, especially if you're joining outside a known promotional window. The annual fee is generally fixed and not something front-desk staff can waive on the spot.
Fees tied to specific actions
- Cancellation: may involve a written notice requirement rather than a direct fee — see the cancellation guide.
- Freezing a membership: some clubs charge a small monthly hold fee instead of full dues — details in the freeze guide.
- Transferring a membership: may carry an administrative fee depending on the club.
Common questions about this topic
What fees does LA Fitness charge besides monthly dues?
Primarily an initiation fee, an annual fee, and — if applicable — a per-person family/friend add-on fee and personal training session fees.
Can the initiation fee be waived?
Often, yes. It's regularly discounted or waived during promotional periods and is generally the most negotiable fee on the account.
Is the annual fee negotiable?
It's usually fixed rather than negotiable, though the exact amount can vary slightly by club and plan.
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