How to Cancel Gold's Gym Membership in 2026

Updated February 2026 • 7 min read

Gold's Gym memberships range from $10-50/month depending on location and tier. Canceling is harder than it should be because Gold's Gym is a franchise — each location sets its own rules. Most require in-person visits or certified mail. Here is the universal process that works across locations.

Method 1: Cancel In Person

1. Visit your home gym location (the one you signed up at)
2. Ask the front desk for a cancellation form
3. Fill it out completely — name, member ID, reason, requested end date
4. Get a signed copy of the form
5. Ask for written confirmation of your cancellation date and last billing date
6. Take a photo of everything before you leave

Method 2: Cancel by Certified Mail

If you cannot visit in person, many Gold's Gym locations accept cancellation by certified mail:

1. Write a cancellation letter including your name, member ID, address, phone number, and the statement: "I am requesting cancellation of my Gold's Gym membership effective immediately."
2. Send it via USPS Certified Mail with Return Receipt Requested
3. Send it to your home gym's address (not corporate)
4. Keep the tracking number and return receipt as proof

Franchise Variations

Because Gold's Gym is franchised, policies vary by location:

• Notice period: Some locations require 30 days, others 60 days
• Cancellation fee: Some charge $50-100, others charge nothing
• Annual commitment: Some contracts lock you in for 12 months with an early termination fee
• Billing company: Many Gold's Gym locations use ABC Financial or other billing companies — you may need to contact them separately

Check your contract. The cancellation terms are in the membership agreement you signed. If you do not have a copy, ask the gym for one — they are required to provide it.

If Your Gold's Gym Closed

Gold's Gym went through bankruptcy in 2020 and many locations permanently closed. If your location closed and you are still being charged, call Gold's Gym corporate at 1-866-465-3775. If the billing is through a third-party company (ABC Financial, etc.), contact them directly. If neither resolves it, dispute the charges with your bank.

Third-Party Billing Companies

Many Gold's Gym locations outsource billing to companies like ABC Financial Services (1-888-827-9262). If you cancel at the gym but charges continue, the billing company may not have been notified. Contact them directly with your cancellation confirmation to stop billing.

State Consumer Protection

Several states have gym membership protection laws:

• California: You can cancel within 5 days of signing, and gyms must let you cancel by mail
• New York: 3-day right to cancel, cancellation must be accepted by mail
• Illinois: Right to cancel if you move more than 25 miles from the gym
• Florida: 3-day cooling-off period after signing

If your Gold's Gym refuses to honor your cancellation, file a complaint with your state Attorney General's consumer protection division.

The Bottom Line

Gold's Gym cancellation is location-dependent because every franchise is different. Start with in-person or certified mail, check your contract for notice periods and fees, and document everything. If you are being charged after cancellation, contact the billing company directly and escalate to your bank if needed.