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How to join a gym in German
At the desk, say “Ich möchte mich im Fitnessstudio anmelden” and ask “Gibt es ein kostenloses Probetraining?”. Before you sign, ask “Wie lange läuft der Vertrag?” and “Welche Kündigungsfrist gilt?”. To leave later, say “Ich möchte meine Mitgliedschaft kündigen” and ask for written confirmation.
Try it · about two minutes
You visit a gym to ask about fees, a trial workout and classes, and later find out how to cancel.
Sound on: the gym staff speaks German. You choose what to say back, and Frasa tells you why it works.
The conversation
- Gym staff
Wie kann ich Ihnen helfen?
How can I help you?
YouIch möchte mich im Fitnessstudio anmelden.
I’d like to join the gym.
- Gym staff
Folgen Sie mir, bitte.
Follow me, please.
YouWelche Kurse sind gut für Anfänger?
Which classes are good for beginners?
Back at the desk, you want to know what it costs.
YouWas kostet die Mitgliedschaft?
How much is the membership?
- Gym staff
Bitte unterschreiben Sie den Vertrag hier.
Please sign the contract here.
YouWelche Kündigungsfrist gilt?
How much notice do I need to give?
- Gym staff
Kann ich Ihnen helfen?
Can I help you?
YouWie kann ich meine Mitgliedschaft kündigen?
How do I cancel my membership?
- Gym staff
Könnten Sie dieses Formular ausfüllen?
Could you fill in this form?
YouJa, gern. Haben Sie einen Kuli?
Sure. Do you have a pen?
Key phrases
Ich möchte mich im Fitnessstudio anmelden.
I’d like to join the gym.
Gibt es ein kostenloses Probetraining?
Is there a trial workout at no cost?
Welche Kurse sind gut für Anfänger?
Which classes are good for beginners?
Was kostet die Mitgliedschaft?
How much is the membership?
Gibt es eine Aufnahmegebühr?
Is there a joining fee?
Muss ich einen Vertrag unterschreiben?
Do I have to sign a contract?
Welche Kündigungsfrist gilt?
How much notice do I need to give?
Wie kann ich meine Mitgliedschaft kündigen?
How do I cancel my membership?
Ich möchte meine Mitgliedschaft zum nächsten Monat kündigen.
I’d like to cancel my membership from next month.
Könnten Sie mir das schriftlich bestätigen?
Could you confirm that in writing?
Good to know in Germany
Try before you sign
Many gyms offer a trial workout (Probetraining), often with a trainer who shows you the equipment. It’s a good moment to ask your questions.
Gibt es ein kostenloses Probetraining?
Is there a trial workout at no cost?
Read the contract
- 1
Check the minimum term (Laufzeit): many gym contracts run for a fixed period.
- 2
Check the notice period (Kündigungsfrist) and how to cancel: in writing, online or at the desk.
- 3
When you cancel, ask for confirmation and keep it.
Could you confirm that in writing?
Often du at the gym
Wie kann ich dir helfen?
How can I help you? (casual)
Wie kann ich Ihnen helfen?
How can I help you?
Many gyms speak to members as du, especially in classes. Some chains stay with Sie at the desk. Follow the staff’s lead.
More situations in German
- Asking for directions in the street
- Asking someone to repeat or slow down
- Booking a table at a restaurant
- Reporting a broken boiler to your landlord
- Buying a ticket or a monthly travel pass
- Getting a haircut
Keep these phrases in Frasa
Frasa is an iPhone app for the conversations in front of you. Save phrases like these, rehearse them out loud, and they come back until they stick.
AI-generated. May be inaccurate.
