Alright, so you’re asking about the membership tiers and passes at Everyone Active? Blimey, let me tell you—it’s one of those things I wish I’d understood properly before I signed up last year. I remember walking into the Fulham centre on a drizzly Tuesday morning, thinking, “Right, I’ll just get the basic pass and be done with it.” Oh, how naive I was!
Turns out, they’ve got this whole ecosystem of options, and honestly? It can feel a bit like choosing a coffee at one of those fancy Shoreditch spots—too many choices, and you end up confused. But here’s the thing: once you get your head around it, it actually makes sense. Sort of.
Let’s start with the day passes. Perfect if you’re just dipping your toes in, or maybe visiting family in, say, Watford and fancy a swim without committing. I used one last summer at the Castle Centre in Berkhamsted—gorgeous outdoor pool, by the way. But if you’re going more than twice a month? Don’t even bother with pay-as-you-go. You’ll end up spending a fortune, trust me.
Now, the core membership—what they often call the “Flex” or “Multi” tier. This is where most regulars land. You get access to your chosen centre, maybe a couple nearby, plus all the standard stuff: gym, swim, group classes. My mate Sarah swears by the spin classes at the Moberly centre in Westminster. Says the instructor, Jamie, plays absolute bangers from the ’90s—proper motivational! But here’s the catch: if you want to book a squash court or bring a guest, you’ll often need to upgrade. Learned that the hard way when I tried to surprise my brother with a game last March. Bit awkward at reception, I tell you.
Then there’s the premium tiers. Oh, these are a whole different ball game. We’re talking all-centre access—yes, even the fancy ones with spas and climbing walls. I splurged on one for three months after a particularly stressful work project. Used the sauna at the Putney centre every Friday evening. The smell of eucalyptus, the quiet hum… honestly, it saved my sanity. But is it worth it if you only go locally? Probably not.
What really caught me off guard were the specialist passes. Fancy a swim-only membership? They’ve got it. Or just classes? Yep. There’s even this “Off-Peak” thing for retirees or freelancers like me who can pop in at 11am on a Wednesday. Genius, really. I once bumped into a lovely older gentleman named Gerald at the Canterbury centre—he’s on the swim-only pass, does 20 lengths every morning without fail. Says it keeps his knees from creaking. Lovely chap.
Oh, and let’s not forget the family and couple memberships. Saves a few quid if you’re going together. My neighbours, the Peters, got one for their two teens. Said it was cheaper than paying for separate cinema trips every weekend! Though the mum, Lisa, did moan about the towel rental fee once—small print, eh?
Look, here’s my two pence: don’t just look at the brochure. Actually chat with the staff. The lady at the Hemel Hempstead centre, Marie, spent 20 minutes with me going through my actual routine—turns out I didn’t need the all-singing-all-dancing plan I nearly bought. Saved myself £15 a month!
At the end of the day, Everyone Active’s membership isn’t one-size-fits-all. It’s a bit like picking a pub—you find the one that fits your vibe, your schedule, your wallet. And sometimes, you’ve got to try a few before you find your local. Just watch out for the annual fee sneak-in around January… but that’s a story for another time.
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