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Reading Time: 5 minutesClassPass is currently offering a one-month free trial in select areas across the globe. Before you get started, here’s what you need to know about joining.
Working a nine-to-five job doesn’t always leave time (or motivation) to exercise. Sure, you can take short walks or stretch your legs every hour, but that’s not always enough. If you’re looking for a more efficient way to burn some calories, you should give ClassPass a try. It’s a subscription-based fitness class booking service that offers a variety of exercise and wellness classes in over 2,500 cities across the globe. Let’s get into the specifics!
What Does the Free One-Month Trial Include?
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- 20 credits to book classes
- Access to thousands of classes, salons and spas nationwide
- Any unused credits are rolled over to the next month
- Easy cancellation — cancel your membership anytime
Two days before your trial ends, you will be sent a reminder. After a month, the membership will automatically renew onto a 23 credit paid membership plan.
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How Does ClassPass Work?
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ClassPass partners with a wide range of fitness studios and allows you to book classes with these studios through the ClassPass app. You can try out your local yoga or Pilates studio, or take classes at a nearby boxing gym if you want to diversify your workouts. Once you sign up for an account, you’ll get a set amount of credits to use each month. You use credits to book classes, and certain activities (like spa treatments) cost more credits than others.
The selection will vary based on what’s available in your area. For example, if you live in the West Los Angeles area, there are tons of boutique studios to choose from, including Barre, Cycling, Rowing, Martial Arts, HIIT, Boot Camps, Weight Training, Dance, CrossFit and so much more.
The neat part about ClassPass is that it can even work when you travel—if you’re on vacation and want to drop in to work out at a local fitness studio, you can book it on ClassPass.
How Do ClassPass Credits Work?
ClassPass credits are used to book classes directly through your ClassPass account. The number of credits needed to book a class varies from class to class and studio to studio.
When you first sign up, you choose your membership level based on how many credits you want for that month. If you are running low on credits, you can always purchase more! Up to 10 credits will roll over up to the total number of credits in your upcoming plan.
How Much Does ClassPass Cost?
There are five plans to choose from:
- $15/mo = 6 credits
- $49/mo = 23 credits
- $79/mo = 38 credits
- $139/mo = 68 credits
- $199/mo = 100 credits
Every class will be worth a different amount of credits. On average, the $49/month plan will be worth 3-4 classes, and the $79/month plan will be worth roughly 5-8 classes, to give you an idea of what you can expect.
Are There Fees If I Cancel a Class or Don’t Show Up?
If you cancel less than 12 hours before your next class, there is a $15 late cancellation fee. If you don’t show up and forget to cancel, that’s a $20 fee. Even though this policy can be annoying in the case of an emergency, it’s good motivation to help you get your butt in that cycling class seat.
How Do I Cancel My ClassPass Subscription?
If you need to cancel your ClassPass account, you must request to cancel at least three days before the start of your next billing cycle in order to avoid auto-renewal for the next month.
In the past, ClassPass used to require a $79 reactivation fee if you’ve previously canceled and want to return, but their current website states that there is no reactivation fee for users who want to resume membership.
If you’re not sure about canceling entirely, you can place your membership on hold.
So, Is ClassPass Worth the Cost?
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If you thrive in group classes and love trying new types of exercise, ClassPass is worth it. Those who don’t enjoy going to the gym and want more diverse workouts will find ClassPass a great option because it will give you a dynamic routine with fresh, new workouts you can try every week (and have fun doing it).
Pros
- Flexibility with your schedule
- Convenient way to book classes
- Most cost-effective way to take group fitness classes at multiple studios
- Ability to take a variety of unfamiliar classes
- Classes can supplement your current workout routine
Cons
- Cancellation fees
- Popular classes fill up quickly
Think about it like this: If you take their most popular membership, the 23 credit option, you’re getting 4 classes for a little over $12. This is a good deal considering group fitness classes usually charge between $35 and $50 per person per class.
Of course, if you buy a gym membership, class package or unlimited membership at a studio, the cost decreases. But then you’ll be tied to that studio, which means a lot less variety in the type of classes you can take. At ClassPass, you can try a multitude of different classes without breaking the bank. Another thing to keep in mind is that you can visit most studios as many times as you want, but it will cost you. Depending on your plan, you can visit the same place only one to three times per billing cycle. After that, you’d have to pay for add-on classes
Tips To Getting Started with ClassPass
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Here are some tips to get you familiar with the basics of booking a class:
- Find your workout: To find your perfect class, you can search by studio, class type or location. If you’re not sure what type of class you want to take, you can just type in your preferred location and see what studios and activities are available in your area.
- Know what to bring: When you do settle on a class, the site offers a description of each class, and will also tell you if there’s anything special you need to bring, like non-slip socks for Pilates. You’ll also receive a reminder email a day or so before your upcoming class.
- Rate your class: Finally, once you complete a class, you will be prompted to evaluate it using a five-star scale. You’re only allowed to review classes you’ve actually taken, so you can trust that there aren’t any false assessments out there. You can leave tips, recommend an instructor, offer constructive criticism, or just select a level of stars.
Tip: To ensure that you can get into your desired class, you should book three days in advance. Many studios cater to folks with a standard work schedule, which means lots of morning and evening classes — though popular ones may fill up fast.
Is ClassPass Right for You?
If the gym is not your forte, ClassPass is the answer for you. Quitting in the middle of a workout class is much harder (and much more embarrassing) than just hopping off the treadmill at the gym. In addition to this, ClassPass allows you to try your hand at different activities until you find one that sticks without sacrificing your wallet.
One last fun fact: You can earn rewards! If you refer three friends to ClassPass (and they actually sign up) you get $40 off. So if you can twist a good friend’s arm (or three) and promise to be each other’s motivation buddies, it may just be worth it.
Happy sweating!
Kennedy Rasberry
Kennedy Rasberry is a Fellow at Complex Networks and a recent graduate of Ohio University. Her work has been published in Complex Magazine, Melanin in the Media, and The Northern Quota. As she adjusts to post-college life, she has been writing about the things she loves (mostly hair products and makeup) and when she’s not doing that, she is chronically online.