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Navigate the world of gym memberships with our comparison of leading fitness chains. Find out which gyms offer the best deals.

Melanie Eberlein

Melanie Eberlein

Last update: 17.08.2023

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1.Which fitness subscription fits your budget?
2.Differences between the main fitness centres in Switzerland
3.Group classes and wellness services in fitness centres
4.When does health insurance cover the cost of gym membership and how much will it pay?

1. Which fitness subscription fits your budget?

Cheap gyms are popular, however current trends show that some providers are increasing membership prices following the pandemic. Most major fitness chains are sticking to their offers though.

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Looking for a low-cost fitness plan at a gym that meets your needs? Compare large fitness chains with at least five locations in Switzerland now – including prices and reviews. Promotions and special offers from providers are not taken into account.

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2. Differences between the main fitness centres in Switzerland

The biggest fitness chains account for over a quarter of all the gyms in the whole of Switzerland. However, fitness chains tend to be regional rather than national. The cost of an annual membership ranges from 498 to 1,790 francs. The services included in an annual membership also vary significantly. Some gyms may include free trials, group classes, saunas, childcare, drinks and so on in their memberships but others may not even offer such services in the first place.

3. Group classes and wellness services in fitness centres

Many fitness chains also offer group classes, which are often included in the membership fee. Popular classes include aerobics, bodypump, pilates, yoga and zumba. Less often included are wellness services such as saunas, steam baths, solariums and quiet zones.

Good to know:

the most important thing when choosing the right gym is how you feel and what you're looking for. Do you want to be surrounded by bodybuilders, only train alongside women or put your health first? Should the atmosphere be anonymous or friendly? After all, the best fitness studio is the one you keep going back to.

4. When does health insurance cover the cost of gym membership and how much will it pay?

Whether your health insurer will make a contribution to your membership usually depends on two factors.

Does your gym have a quality label?

The health insurer will only pay if the gym or fitness centre has been quality-certified. The most well-known certification is Qualitop/QualiCert, but other certifications like EMfit and Fitness-Guide are sometimes also accepted.

2. Do you already have supplemental insurance?

supplemental insurance policyimpose further requirements

This article was first published on 06.01.2020

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