How to Cancel Crunch Fitness Membership (2026)

Updated February 2026 · 6 min read

⚠️ Crunch Fitness requires either in-person cancellation or certified mail. Most locations won't accept phone or email cancellation. Plus there's a hidden $49.99 "annual enhancement fee."

Crunch Fitness has 400+ locations with varying ownership (corporate vs franchise), which means cancellation policies differ by location. The one constant? They all make it harder than it should be. Here's how to navigate it.

💰 What You're Paying

Base membership: $9.99-$29.99/month
Peak Results: $21.99-$34.99/month (includes classes + guest privileges)
Annual Enhancement Fee: $49.99/year (billed once, usually 2 months in)
Total first year (Peak): $264-$470 + $49.99 annual fee = $314-$520
Personal training: $30-60+/session on top of membership

Method 1: Cancel In Person (Most Reliable)

Visit your home Crunch location during staffed hours
Ask the front desk for a cancellation form
Fill it out completely
Get a signed and dated copy — do NOT leave without it
Ask: "What is my last billing date?"
Most locations require 30 days notice — you'll pay for one more month

Method 2: Certified Mail (Can't Visit)

If you can't visit in person (moved, traveling, etc.), send a certified letter:

[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[Date]
 
Crunch Fitness — [Location Name]
[Gym Address]
 
RE: Membership Cancellation
 
Dear Crunch Fitness,
 
I am writing to cancel my Crunch Fitness membership effective immediately, with the standard 30-day notice period.
 
Member Name: [Your Name]
Membership Number: [If known]
Email on file: [Your Email]
 
Please confirm cancellation in writing. No further charges should be applied after the 30-day notice period.
 
Sincerely, [Your Name]

💡 Always use certified mail with return receipt. This gives you legal proof the letter was delivered. Keep the receipt — you'll need it if they claim they never received it.

⚠️ The Annual Enhancement Fee Trap

Crunch charges a $49.99 "Annual Enhancement Fee" once per year — usually around the 2nd or 3rd month of membership. This is in addition to your monthly dues. Key things to know:

It's in your contract but easy to miss when signing up
It's non-refundable once charged
If your annual fee is coming up soon, cancel before it hits
Check your contract for the exact date

📋 Contract Members vs. Month-to-Month

Month-to-month: Cancel anytime with 30-day notice (pay one more month)
12-month contract: Must pay through the contract term OR pay a buyout fee ($50-175)
After contract term: Automatically converts to month-to-month (then standard 30-day cancellation)
Check your original agreement — it specifies your commitment term and buyout fee

🔄 Alternatives

Planet Fitness ($10-25/mo) — cheaper, easier to cancel, no annual "enhancement fee" surprises (though they have their own annual fee)
YMCA ($30-60/mo) — community programs, pool, childcare included
City/county rec centers ($5-15/mo) — often hidden gems with full gym equipment
Home gym basics ($200-500 one-time) — adjustable dumbbells + pull-up bar + mat pays for itself in 6 months
Apple Fitness+ ($10/mo) — guided workouts at home

✅ After Cancellation Checklist

✅ Keep your signed cancellation form or certified mail receipt
✅ Note the effective cancellation date
✅ Monitor bank for charges from "CRUNCH" or "ABC FINANCIAL" (their billing company)
✅ If charges continue past cancellation date, dispute with your bank using your proof
✅ Cancel any personal training packages separately (different billing)
✅ Check other gym memberships you might have: Planet Fitness, LA Fitness, Orangetheory

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