New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has sent a clear message to gyms and health clubs across the city that he’s here to protect members’ and consumers’ best interests.
Operators including Equinox, Planet Fitness and PureGym are among the 187 gyms and clubs sent warning notices to adhere to laws including the city’s Consumer Protection law, which prohibits deceptive advertising like “bait-and-switch” pricing and intentionally difficult routes to cancelling memberships.
The crackdown on NYC gyms comes as part of Mamdani’s broader mission to combat citywide hidden junk fees and subscription traps…