Quick Answer
Yes, David Lloyd Clubs offers a student discount in 2026, verified through Student Beans rather than as a standalone university tier. The published Student Beans offer waives or reduces the joining fee and gives a discount on the monthly direct debit at participating clubs.
For most students the better long term play is to combine the Student Beans verification with an Off Peak membership, because Off Peak slots cover the daytime windows when a typical student timetable allows training anyway.
How the Student Beans route works
David Lloyd uses Student Beans for ID verification. The student creates a Student Beans account with a valid university email, opens the David Lloyd offer page, and receives a unique code or referral link to share with the local club's membership consultant.
The consultant applies the discount in club at the point of joining. Most current Student Beans offers cover a free joining fee, often paired with a discounted first one to three months.
Eligibility
- Full time or part time student at a UK university or recognised higher education institution.
- Valid academic year (renew the Student Beans verification each year).
- Aged 18 or over (David Lloyd standard adult membership rules apply).
Cost in 2026
| Option | What it costs | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Platinum + Student Beans | £140 to £230 / month after discount | Full club access at any time |
| Off Peak + Student Beans | £90 to £150 / month after discount | Daytime gym, pool, classes |
| Flexi + Student Beans | £90 to £140 / month after discount | Short stays, summer break flexibility |
Joining fee is waived on the Student Beans route at most clubs, which saves £100 to £200.
How to claim it
- Create or sign in to your Student Beans account with a valid university email.
- Open the David Lloyd Clubs offer page.
- Generate the discount code or referral link.
- Email it to the membership consultant at your nearest club and book a tour.
- Bring your student ID and Student Beans verification to the tour.
Alternatives worth checking first
- Off Peak. If your timetable allows 9 am to 5 pm training, Off Peak is often cheaper than Platinum even before the student discount.
- Corporate scheme. If you also work part time for an NHS trust or a partner employer, the corporate route can beat Student Beans.
- NUS membership. Some clubs still honour a TOTUM card alongside Student Beans verification.
FAQ
Does David Lloyd publish a fixed student rate?
No. The official student route is Student Beans verified, and the saving sits in the joining fee and the first months rather than a permanent monthly rate.
Can I freeze the membership over summer?
Yes. The standard freeze policy of around £15 a month for up to three months applies.
Is the discount available on family memberships?
The Student Beans route is for the individual student. Partner or family additions follow the standard upgrade pricing.
More context on the student route
The student discount is one of the most underused routes into David Lloyd. The reason is that the chain does not market it like a high street retailer does. There is no big banner on the homepage, no permanent student tier, and no quote on the join flow. The verification sits inside Student Beans, and you have to go and find it.
The hidden value is the combination. A student on Off Peak, with Student Beans verification and an end of month consultant target, can land Platinum equivalent access at almost half price for the first year. Stack that with the family discount if a parent is already a member, and the total household cost drops further.
The other strong argument for the student membership is the Clubroom. For students living away from a quiet study space, the Clubroom is a co working subscription, a coffee bill, and a wellness habit rolled into one. That is rarely the headline pitch but it is often the reason students renew in their second year.
One last practical point: keep your Student Beans verification active. The verification renews each academic year, and a lapsed account is the easiest way to lose the discount at renewal. Set a calendar reminder for September every year to re verify before the new term starts.
If you are a postgraduate student or a mature student returning to higher education, the same Student Beans route applies. The chain does not separately ringfence postgrad rates, but the standard student discount works regardless of degree level.
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Final word
If you are a verified student, David Lloyd will discount the joining fee through Student Beans and almost always sweeten the first months on top. Stack it with Off Peak if your timetable allows, and the year one cost drops close to mid market gym pricing while keeping the pool, spa, and classes in the bundle.
