Call or visit your gym location to start the cancellation process

Anytime Fitness requires you to cancel in person or by phone — you cannot cancel online through the app or website. Call your home club directly or walk in during business hours and ask to speak with a manager or membership representative. Have your membership number ready, which you can find on your membership card or in the Anytime Fitness app under your account details.

The gym will ask you to state your reason for canceling, but you do not need to provide one. They may offer you a discounted rate to stay, but you are not obligated to accept. Once you have notified them, ask for written confirmation of your cancellation date — this protects you if charges continue after you leave.

Key Takeaways

  • Anytime Fitness memberships can only be canceled by calling your home club or visiting in person; online cancellation is not available.
  • You must provide at least 30 days' written notice before your cancellation takes effect, though some locations may require notice earlier in your billing cycle.
  • If you signed a contract, you may owe an early termination fee unless you meet specific conditions like relocation or medical hardship.
  • Request written confirmation of your cancellation date and keep records of all communication to prevent unwanted charges.
  • Check your bank or credit card statements for two to three billing cycles after your cancellation date to confirm charges have stopped.

Understanding your membership type and contract terms

Anytime Fitness offers different membership types, and what you signed up for determines whether you can cancel without a fee. Month-to-month memberships have no contract and can usually be canceled with 30 days' notice. Fixed-term contracts — typically 12 or 24 months — lock you in, and canceling early usually triggers an early termination fee.

Review your membership agreement or ask the gym for a copy of your contract. Look for the cancellation policy section, which will state the notice period required and any fees. Some locations have different policies, so what applies at one Anytime Fitness may not apply at another. If you cannot find your agreement, the gym must provide it when you ask.

Notice periods and when your cancellation takes effect

Most Anytime Fitness locations require 30 days' written notice before your membership ends. This means if you notify the gym on the 15th of the month, your cancellation typically takes effect on the 15th of the following month. However, some clubs require notice by a specific date in your billing cycle — for example, by the 10th of the month for cancellations to take effect on the 1st of the next month.

Ask the gym exactly when your cancellation will take effect and what date you need to provide notice by. Get this in writing. If you are charged after your cancellation date, contact the gym immediately with your written confirmation and request a refund.

Early termination fees and when you might avoid them

If you are on a fixed-term contract, Anytime Fitness will charge an early termination fee if you cancel before the contract ends. The fee amount varies by location and contract length but is typically several hundred dollars. Some contracts allow you to transfer your membership to another Anytime Fitness location instead of canceling, which may avoid the fee.

Certain circumstances may waive or reduce the fee. Medical hardship — documented by a doctor's note stating you cannot use the gym — sometimes qualifies. Relocation beyond a certain distance from your home club may also may have access to, though you would need to provide proof such as a lease or utility bill at your new address. Ask the gym what documentation they need before you submit a request.

Stopping automatic billing if charges continue

After your cancellation date passes, monitor your bank account or credit card for charges. Anytime Fitness should stop billing you, but errors happen. If you are charged after your cancellation date, contact your gym first with your written cancellation confirmation. Ask them to reverse the charge and confirm in writing that billing has stopped.

If the gym does not reverse the charge within a reasonable time, contact your bank or credit card company and dispute the charge. Provide them with your cancellation confirmation and any written communication from the gym. Your bank can reverse unauthorized charges and may open an investigation if the gym continues to bill you after you have canceled.

Transferring your membership instead of canceling

If you are moving or want to switch gyms but are locked into a contract, ask whether Anytime Fitness will let you transfer your membership to a different location. Many clubs allow transfers at no cost, which keeps your contract active but moves it to a gym closer to your new home or workplace. This avoids early termination fees and lets you keep your membership active if you change your mind later.

Transfers are not may provide and depend on your contract terms and the gym's policy. Ask your current location whether a transfer is possible and what steps you need to take. If you transfer, confirm the new location has received your membership and that your billing address and payment method are updated.

Freezing your membership as an alternative

If you are not ready to cancel permanently, Anytime Fitness may allow you to freeze your membership for a set period, usually 30 to 90 days. During a freeze, you cannot use the gym, but your contract remains active and you do not pay monthly dues. This option works well if you are traveling, recovering from an injury, or unsure whether you will return to the gym.

Ask your gym about freeze options and how long you can freeze your membership. Some locations charge a small freeze fee; others do not. A freeze does not count against your contract term, so if you have a 12-month contract and freeze for two months, you still have 12 months of access when the freeze ends. Get the freeze terms in writing before you agree.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I cancel my Anytime Fitness membership online?

No. Anytime Fitness does not allow online cancellation through the app or website. You must call your home club or visit in person to cancel. This is a company-wide policy, though the specific process may vary slightly by location.

What happens if I do not give 30 days' notice?

You will likely be charged for the next billing cycle even if you stop using the gym. Your cancellation will take effect on the date the gym processes it, but you may owe one additional month of dues. Always provide notice at least 30 days before the date you want to stop being charged.

Can I cancel if I am on a contract?

Yes, but you will owe an early termination fee unless you meet an exception like medical hardship or relocation. The fee amount depends on your contract length and how much time remains. Review your contract to see the exact fee, or ask the gym to calculate it for you.

What should I do if the gym keeps charging me after I cancel?

Contact the gym with your written cancellation confirmation and ask for a refund. If they do not reverse the charge within a week or two, dispute the charge with your bank or credit card company. Provide your cancellation confirmation as proof that you ended your membership.

Can I transfer my membership to another Anytime Fitness instead of canceling?

Many locations allow transfers to another Anytime Fitness club at no cost, which keeps your contract active without early termination fees. Ask your current gym whether a transfer is possible and what documentation you need to provide, such as proof of your new address.