FAQ's

Gym Rules

1. General Rules and Regulations

  • The club Rules & Regulations is applicable to all members, junior members, guests and visitors, to ensure the enjoyment, safety and well-being of everyone using the club.
  • Personal information including a photo will be used to validate access. 
  • Club facilities, operating times, equipment and group exercises classes may differ from club to club. 
  • We reserve the right to change the rules and regulations including operating times and use of facilities. 
  • If you do not comply we can at our own discretion, deny access, cancel memberships or ask you to leave the premises. 
  • Use a sweat towel at all times and wipe equipment after use. 
  • Note the limited times allowed on cardio equipment during peak times. 
  • Pets (other than guide dogs) are not permitted. 
  • Firearms or other weapons are not permitted. 
  • Running in clubs is only allowed on designated equipment and areas. 
  • You may not take any photographs or videos. 
  • No selling or marketing is allowed to other members while in our clubs.
  • Junior member’s free access benefit, which is associated with the main membership, will end on their 18th birthday.

2. Checking your health status

  • Before you start exercising confirm with your healthcare provider if you have any health risks.
  • All members must ensure they complete our physical activity readiness questionnaire when joining. 
  • We recommend you warm-up before exercising and cool-down and stretch afterwards. 
  • Should your health status change it is your responsibility to inform us.

3. Access Policy

  • All members including junior members will be issued an access card and a photo will be taken. 
  • You must present your own access card to gain access. 
  • No-one else may use your access card. 
  • Using your ID/Passport number for access is allowed once only, after which you need to buy a new access card. 
  • Access benefit for junior members is limited to the parent(s)/legal guardian(s) membership. 
  • Report lost or stolen access cards to avoid fraudulent use. 
  • If a new card is required, it will be charged for. 
  • Access will be denied (including your junior members) should your membership not be in good standing.

4. Junior members general rules

  • Age restrictions apply for the use of facilities and equipment. 
  • Fit24 gyms membership fees apply to 13 – 17 year olds. 
  • Under 13 years old’s must be accompanied by parent(s)/legal guardian(s). 
  • Preference must always be given to adult members. 
  • No under 13 year olds may access the club training facilities.

5. Ages 12 and under

Age 12 and under are not allowed in the clubs.

6. 13 – 15 years old

  • May use equipment.
  • May participate in adult group exercise classes.

7. 16 – 18 years old

  •  May use equipment.
  • May participate in adult group classes.

9. Behaviour in our clubs

  • Access is prohibited whilst under the influence of alcohol, illegal drugs or performance enhancing drugs.
  • You may not bring alcohol or drugs into our clubs.
  • Smoking including e-cigarettes, is not permitted anywhere on club premises.
  • You may not use foul, loud, or abusive language.
  • You may not physically/sexually/verbally abuse or harass other members, guests, visitors, tenants or members of staff.
  • You will be liable for any damage caused by you, your junior members and guests.
  • Only one individual is allowed in a shower cubicle at any one time.
  • Appropriate exercise clothing and closed training shoes must be worn.
  • No food or bags are allowed on the gym floor.
  • You may only use plastic drinking bottles.

10. Use of equipment

  • Handle weights and equipment with care and replace after use.
  • Use the equipment for its intended purpose and follow the instructions provided, including weight limitations.
  • Never load the equipment with any additional weights other than as pre-stacked by the manufacturer.
  • If you are unsure of how to use the equipment, ask a fitness qualified staff member to assist you.
  • While training on the circuit use the equipment in numerical order and move according to the circuit timer.
  • When using any automated equipment, make sure the equipment has come to a complete stop before stepping onto or getting off it.

11. Vibration plates

  • If available, observe the guidelines displayed and consult a doctor if you are concerned about your health risk prior to using the equipment.

12. Parking

  • We do not accept responsibility for any loss, theft and/or damage to vehicles (or any mode of transport) including any valuables left in them.

13. Lockers and personal belongings

  • Lockers are provided to store your clothing and gym gear.
  • You are required to bring your own padlock.
  • We do not undertake that the use of a locker will guarantee that theft of, or damage to your property, will not occur.
  • Management reserves the right to open a locker, if we have reasonable grounds that a locker is being used for storage of anything else other than your clothing and gym gear.
  • If personal belongings are left in a locker overnight, the lock will be cut and belongings held as lost property.
  • Do not leave your personal belongings unattended.
  • We do not accept responsibility for any loss or theft of money or loss or damage to personal property of members or their guests whether locked in a locker or otherwise.
  • It is your responsibility to check if your personal insurance covers you for loss of personal effects.

14. Lost property

  • Any belongings removed from lockers/left unattended and handed to reception, will be available at lost property at your club for 14 days.
  • If you do not collect it within this time, we will donate it to charity.

15. Use of studios

  • Class timetables and instructors may change from time to time without notice.
  • Check class club schedules on our website for the latest details.
  • Arrive a few minutes before your class starts or you may not be allowed to join the class.
  • It is your responsibility to inform your instructor of any injuries, illness or pregnancy.
  • Use of studios is allowed when not being used for scheduled group exercise classes.

16. Sauna

  • We advise you do not use these facilities if you are elderly/pregnant/suffer from heart disease/ diabetes/high or low blood pressure or any other serious medical condition.
  • Shower before entering the sauna.
  • Wear a costume at all times and sit on a towel when using the sauna.
  • Observe reasonable time limits. We recommend you not use these facilities for longer than 10min’s per session.
  • Never use oils, creams or cosmetic products in the sauna.
  • Never shave or exfoliate.
  • Never dry clothing or towels in the sauna.
  • Don’t touch the sauna hot rock unit.

17. Safety

  • In the event of an emergency, please follow the staff’s instructions at all times.
  • Follow the health and safety notices displayed throughout the club.
  • Do not tamper with fire doors or any safety devices.
  • Be aware of the different floor surfaces that you move across as you walk through the club.
  • As ongoing cleaning and maintenance does take place, related tools and equipment may be hazardous, and some floor surfaces may be slippery. Proceed with caution in these areas.
  • Please report all injuries/incidents and/or any hazards to reception.

18. Personal Training

  • Only authorized Fit24Gyms Trainers are permitted to provide personal training in our Clubs.
  • Personal Training done under pretense as a member is not allowed whether it’s for payment or not, and all parties may be expelled or suspended.

19. Contact us

  • Should you wish to give us feedback for whatever reason you can do so by contacting the club General Manager.

20. Are there day passes available?

  • Yes, they are! for a fee of R200, you can access any one of our nationwide gyms for the day.