Question 1

Can I pause my membership?

Accepted Answer

Members may utilize a 4-week pause, twice a year, to hold their spot. The first 4-week pause will incur a $30 fee instead of the full membership fee. The second 4-week pause will incur a fee half the price of the normal membership fee. Club Athletic retains the right to extend pauses on a case-by-case basis at its discretion as a courtesy to members with extenuating circumstances. Pauses cannot be followed by membership cancellation. If you need to end your membership, please cancel straightaway so we can extend your spot to someone on the waitlist.

Question 2

What's the commitment?

Accepted Answer

All memberships are subject to a 3-month commitment upon sign-up. Following 3 months, memberships are month to month. This policy supports consistency in our programming, ensures coach-to-member ratios remain optimal, and helps maintain the quality of your training experience.

Question 3

What's the difference between a Squad and APS?

Accepted Answer

Squads are larger groups that focus on functional fitness and general physical preparedness, providing a broad approach to improving overall fitness. In contrast, Advanced Performance Squads (APS) are smaller, with just 6 members per group, and are dedicated to precision strength training. APS is designed for those aiming to excel or break through plateaus, offering a more specialized and targeted training experience. Squads are 2x a week, 55-minute Strength & Conditioning sessions focused on building overall strength and fitness. Squads of up to 20 meet together on the same days/time each week with their dedicated coach(es).

Question 4

Do I need a certain level of fitness to join?

Accepted Answer

Nope, not even a little bit. Our coaches meet you exactly where you're at. The only thing you need to bring is a willingness to show up and come back. That's it.

Question 5

Do you offer trials?

Accepted Answer

We don't offer squad trials. Non-members can book any of our drop-in classes through the app to get a feel for the training style.

Question 6

How does Open Gym work?

Accepted Answer

Open Gym runs Thursday through Sunday, with times varying by location. It is free for members and $10 for non-members, and each session is capped at 18 people. Book your spot by searching "Open Gym" in the app for any club location. Access is strictly limited to your scheduled hour, with no early arrivals or staying late permitted.

Question 7

I can't make sessions — what do I do?

Accepted Answer

We encourage you to join a squad that best aligns with your schedule to help you maintain a consistent routine and fully integrate into the team. If you miss a session here or there, we offer make-up sessions that you can book in on the app.

Question 8

What if I don't like my squad or need to change?

Accepted Answer

Reach out to your Community Manager via email or the customer service line to chat further.

Question 9

Can I drop into another squad if I miss mine?

Accepted Answer

At Club Athletic, we value routine so that training becomes a habit. For this reason, we ask that members not join other squad sessions. By maintaining a consistent group, we uphold the value of routine, ensuring that every member is well-acquainted with one another. We offer make-up sessions that you can book in on the app in case you miss your session.

Question 10

What's the late cancellation policy?

Accepted Answer

If you need to cancel an Open Gym or a Drop-in class, please do so at least 6 hours in advance to avoid a late cancellation fee. The same fee will apply if you do not show up for a booked class without canceling. Open Gym: $5 fee. Classes: $35 fee.

Question 11

How do events work? Are all members invited?

Accepted Answer

Events are reserved for members only and all members are invited unless otherwise specified. Depending on the nature of the event it may be an intimate squad gathering, club event or club-to-club mixer.

Question 12

Do I need to be a member to Join Run Club?

Accepted Answer

You don't need to be a member to join our run club. Check the Class schedule for run club times. It's free to book, just look for the crew in all black. Everyone is welcome, regardless of pace or experience.

Question 13

What is a Squad at Club Athletic?

Accepted Answer

A Squad at Club Athletic is a fixed group of up to 20 members who train together twice a week in 55-minute strength and conditioning sessions. Your squad meets on the same days and times every week with the same dedicated coach, so you train alongside the same people instead of a different room of strangers each session. Programming covers functional movement patterns and general physical preparedness.

Question 14

What should I expect at my first Club Athletic session?

Accepted Answer

Your coach walks you through every movement before you train, so nothing in your first Club Athletic session is a guess. Sessions run 55 minutes and pair strength work with conditioning, scaled to you. Bring training shoes, a water bottle; all equipment is at the club. Arrive 5-10 minutes early to meet your coach and your squad.

Question 15

Why do we wear all black?

Accepted Answer

It's simple: all black removes a layer of comparison. No brands, no status, no in-crowd. Everyone walks in level, and the focus stays on the work and the people beside you.

Question 16

Is there a waitlist to join a squad?

Accepted Answer

It depends. Club Athletic squads cap at 20 people, so some fill up and have a waitlist. Others, who aren't full, are open to join without waiting. There is also an 'On Deck' membership that puts you at the front of the queue for a specific squad, and only 4 On Deck spots exist per squad, so the list stays short and countable rather than open-ended. If the squad you want is full, ask about On Deck on your intro call.

Question 17

What is an "On Deck" membership?

Accepted Answer

The "On Deck" membership at Club Athletic holds your place at the front of the queue for a squad that is currently full. Club Athletic keeps only 4 "On Deck spots" per squad, so the queue ahead of you is short and countable rather than an open-ended list. When a spot opens in that squad, "On Deck" members are offered it first. Ask about "On Deck" on your placement call if the squad you want is at capacity.

Question 18

Does the Club have showers?

Accepted Answer

Amenities vary by club. Please ask on your placement call.

Question 19

Can I bring a friend to a session?

Accepted Answer

Not to a squad session. Squad sessions are limited to the members of that squad, because the format depends on the same group training together every week. Your friend is welcome to purchase a weekend class or attend a Run Club which is free to non-members. Drop-in classes are 3 for $99.

Question 20

Can I use my membership at any Club Athletic location?

Accepted Answer

No. Your Squad is tied to your home Club specifically. Our members love to book drop-in classes across clubs and we highly encourage that so you can meet more members across the communities. If you miss a session you can book a make-up session in the Club Athletic app. Pick the squad whose location and schedule genuinely fit your week, since that is what makes the routine hold.

Question 21

Is there a minimum age to join?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Club Athletic requires all members to be at least 18 years old.

Question 22

Are Club Athletic coaches certified?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Every Club Athletic coach holds a NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine) certification or an equivalent accredited qualification, which is a baseline requirement for anyone coaching on the floor rather than a preference. Club Athletic is also rolling out its own in-house credential, the Club Athletic Level 1 Coach Cert, which every coach will complete. The same standard applies across all 10 clubs.

Question 23

How do make-up sessions work?

Accepted Answer

Make-up sessions vary per club and regions. Please defer to the Club Athletic app for these classes. They usually run after the last Squad classes of the evening so 8:15pm.

Question 24

Do squads test progress or track benchmarks?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Every Squad block finishes with a test week, where you re-test your key lifts, things like your bench press or deadlift 3-rep max and max pull-ups, against the numbers you set at the start.

Question 25

Is strength training good for runners?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Strength training improves running economy, meaning you use less energy at the same pace, and it lowers the injury rate that comes with high mileage. Two sessions a week built on squats, hinges and single-leg work is enough for most runners, and it does not need to be high volume to help. Club Athletic hosts weekly Run Clubs across the city alongside its squads for exactly this pairing. Run Club is open to all members and non-members so bring a friend!

Question 26

What is Open Gym?

Accepted Answer

Open Gym is a booked hour of self-directed training at a Club Athletic club, running Thursday through Sunday with times varying by location. It is free for members and $10 for non-members, and capped at 18 people, so the floor never gets crowded. Book it by searching Open Gym in the Club Athletic app for any club. Access is limited to your booked hour, with no early arrivals and no staying late.

Question 27

What is strength and conditioning?

Accepted Answer

Strength and conditioning is training that builds strength and cardiovascular capacity in one program, rather than treating lifting and cardio as separate activities. A session typically pairs compound lifts such as squats, hinges, pushes and pulls with conditioning work that raises your heart rate. The goal is broad physical capability. Club Athletic squads run 55-minute strength and conditioning sessions twice a week.

Question 28

What is Brunch Burn?

Accepted Answer

Brunch Burn is Club Athletic's weekend metabolic conditioning class, built as a hard session to close out the week. It runs in teams of 3 to 4, so it is high energy and competitive rather than a solo grind. Brunch Burn is a drop-in class, so no membership is needed and non-members can book it in the Club Athletic app. Drop-ins are 3 for $99.

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