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How to Cancel a Gym Membership in Washington
Your legal cancellation rights in Washington — and the exact steps and letter to use them.
Cooling-off period
Washington gives you 3 days to cancel a new membership for a refund.
Your rights in Washington
Under the Health Studio Services Act, a buyer has 3 business days after signing to cancel and not be bound.
| Refund rules | On a timely cancellation, all amounts paid returned within 30 days. Refunds of unused prepaid dues and pro rata initiation fees due within 30 days of a written notice. |
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| How to cancel legally | Mail or deliver written notice before midnight of the 3rd business day. |
| Special protections | Relocation-related cancellation recognized. |
| Statute | RCW 19.142 (cancellation/refund in 19.142.050) |
Cancelling a specific gym in Washington?
Each chain has its own (often annoying) process. Pick yours:
Not legal advice — verify RCW 19.142 (cancellation/refund in 19.142.050) before acting.