SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — Illinois legislators have worked to end a common scam with gym memberships.
A bill that passed out of the capitol last month would stop fitness centers from deceptive lifetime memberships.
It would require owners to be transparent about any changes in prices or benefits.
One gym owner in Springfield told WCIA that being honest with his patrons is the right thing to do.
"I understand it’s easier to bring in revenue as a gym owner if you have them sign a longer contract, but in the grand scheme of things … you’re going to have that moment where you’ve got to do things you don’t want to do if you have them sign a contract," said Jeremy Ferry, owner of Pure Performance Fitness Center.
The bill has some exceptions, including if the gym is sold to new management or if a customer agrees to revisit the contract within writing.
