Has anyone ever won a free 60 day membership to bally's through the shape up contest? I would like to enter but I have heard some negative things about the club and would like to know if it any good?
I've heard horror stories too. But I think as long as you read, and re-read contract you will be okay. All of the horror stories I have heard concern the contract that they get people to sign.
I've also heard that the customer service isn't there like it would be in a smaller, less meat-market type gym. Although Bally has been going through some major changes in the past year or so. In fact they just re-elected a new board and dropped their lawsuits. Maybe they have shaped up
If it's the only gym near you and you really like it... go for it!
If you like neon and a pickup joint atmosphere, you'll love it. They are hardsell when it comes to a contract. They have multiple different plans. Hold out as long as you can(if you really want to go there). I had a guest membership through work, but wouldn't sign on for a real contract. They ended up mailing me an offer at $9.99 per month. I still declined and found a real gym.