Joining a gym is a huge commitment! As with any of your other financial decisions, you have to know all the essential information about a gym before committing to anything.
Finding a gym that meets all your specific needs and matches your budget can be a gruelling, time-consuming task. There's simply a lot to consider when choosing a gym in Singapore.
To help every Tampines resident out there, here are some factors you need to consider when looking for a gym in Tampines!
1. Fine print
Gym fee structures differ from one location to another. Most people tend to look at a gym's fee first, but we suggest digging deeper into their fine print, as knowing how a gym charges its customers can potentially save you a lot of money.
When scouting for gyms in Tampines, try to ask for their contract to verify some details, including additional fees besides the membership fee.
For example, do customers have to pay any miscellaneous charges on top of their monthly or annual membership fees? And is there a penalty if a customer decides to cancel their membership?
It doesn't feel good to have to pay for something that you shouldn't have to in the first place, so always check if you can put your membership on hold and how to get out of it before signing anything.
2. Gym fees
More often than not, the nicer the gym and its facilities, the more you'll have to pay each month.
Most regular gyms in Singapore generally cost the same, ranging from as low as $2.50 to more than $100 per month, depending on the length and type of membership. So, it's the perks and privileges you have to check to make sure you're getting the most from your money.
You'll often see gyms offer monthly specials, free personal training, or a few free months to get customers to sign up for a membership.
Some membership features are even negotiable, but gyms wouldn't want you to know this. That's why don't hesitate to ask if waiving the membership fee or lowering the monthly fees is possible.
3. Operating hours
This is an important factor, but often overlooked by many gym goers assuming that most gyms in Tampines operate all day and night.
As a full-time student or a working professional, you only have so much spare time after 5pm to hit the gym. That's why a gym that opens late and closes early may not be the most ideal option for you.
When scouting for gyms in Tampines, double-check to make sure that they're available for the times and days that you want to work out. You'd also want to ask if there are amenities and sections that are closed during certain times of the day.
It's important to have a clear idea of a gym's operating hours so you can properly plan your workout schedule.
4. Equipment
Equipment is one of the main reasons why someone signs up for a gym membership. Of course, you'd want a gym that has all the equipment you need to have a proper workout.
Knowing which equipment you currently need, as well as the ones you'd potentially need to use in the future is vital in your physical fitness journey!
5. Location
Last but not least on your list of considerations is a gym's location. For most gym goers, location is paramount to everything.
It's convenient to have a gym that's close to your home or workplace as it will allow you to get in more workouts per week, which means you're getting the bang for your buck.
If you pick a big-chain gym, then it's likely that there will be a branch near your office and home.
