Can Kids Go to LA Fitness?
Kids under 12 can go to LA Fitness only through the Kids Klub childcare program. Teens 12 to 17 can use the gym floor with a signed parent waiver and...
Quick Answer
Yes, kids can go to LA Fitness, but access depends on age. Under 12: Kids Klub childcare only, not the gym floor. Ages 12 to 13: gym floor with a parent present. Ages 14 to 17: gym floor unaccompanied after an orientation.
Kids Klub costs $10 to $15 per child per month or $6 as a drop-in.
The Kids Klub Program
Kids Klub is the supervised childcare area at most LA Fitness locations. Kids from 3 months to 11 years can be dropped off there while a parent works out for up to two hours per visit.
The Klub is staffed by trained childcare workers with background checks. Activities include arts, board games, indoor play equipment and age-appropriate movies. There is no formal curriculum.
Kids Klub Availability and Hours
- Not at every club. Roughly 60% of LA Fitness locations offer Kids Klub. Check before signing up if you need it.
- Peak hours only. Typical schedule: weekdays 8:30 am to 1:30 pm and 4:30 pm to 8:30 pm; weekends 8:30 am to 12:30 pm.
- Two hour limit per visit. Your child cannot stay longer, even if you extend your workout.
Enrollment Requirements
Before your first Kids Klub visit, complete a waiver at the front desk. Bring your child's birth certificate or medical record showing date of birth, and list any allergies or medications.
Kids need to be potty-trained after age 3, and toddlers under 3 must be signed in and out by the same parent. Staff will not release your child to anyone not listed on the waiver.
Teen Access to the Gym Floor
Teens 14 to 17 can access the gym floor independently after completing a 30-minute equipment orientation with a fitness advisor. The parent must be present for the initial sign-up.
Teens 12 to 13 can access the gym floor but must have a parent physically in the club during the workout. Free-weight use is generally not allowed for this age group.
Pool and Sauna Age Rules
Pool access for kids varies by state due to health-department rules. Most clubs allow ages 6+ with a parent-signed pool waiver. Sauna and steam room are typically 18+ only.
Hot tub access is usually 12+ with a parent present. Ask at your specific club because state rules override chain policy.
Family Group Fitness Classes
Certain classes (family yoga, parent-and-me swim, junior fitness) allow kids to participate. These are limited to specific clubs and specific times. Check the class schedule for a "Family" tag.
Standard group fitness classes (ZUMBA, cycling, HIIT) generally require age 14+ to participate.
Pro Tips Before You Commit
- Tour on a weekday evening between 5pm and 7pm. That is the busiest window. If the equipment is still accessible then, it will be fine any other time.
- Ask for the promotional rate, do not accept the rack rate. LA Fitness runs quiet in-club promos almost every month; sales counselors have discretion to waive the initiation fee if you ask.
- Get every quote in writing. Verbal promises about future price locks are worth nothing once the sales rep leaves the club.
- Read the exact clause on annual fees. Most members are surprised in month 8 by a $59 annual fee they were never verbally told about.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kids Klub free with membership? No, it costs $10 to $15 per child per month on top of the membership.
Can I leave the club while my kid is in Kids Klub? No, the parent must remain in the LA Fitness building.
Do teens need their own membership? Yes, teens 12+ need to be added as a family member with a monthly fee.
What ages does Kids Klub accept? From 3 months old up to age 11.
Bottom Line
Kids under 12 use Kids Klub, teens 12 to 17 use the gym floor with parent involvement, and 18+ get full independent access. Add-on childcare is one of the best-priced options in retail fitness.