Do Gyms Offer a Military or Veteran Discount in Minnesota?

Some gyms in Minnesota offer a military or veteran discount, and some don't. Each gym sets its own policy: how much the discount is, who qualifies, and what it applies to. Some take a percentage off the monthly rate, some may reduce a sign-up fee, and some don't offer anything. The only way to know is to ask before you sign.

Workout 24/7, a pair of 24-hour keycard gyms in Wells and Osakis, MN, takes 10% off the monthly rate for active duty, National Guard, and veterans. Below is what that discount covers, what it works out to in dollars, and how to sign up with it.

What military discount does Workout 24/7 offer in Wells and Osakis?

Workout 24/7 gives a 10% discount on the monthly membership rate to active duty service members, National Guard members, and veterans, at both the Wells and Osakis gyms. You bring your ID the first time, and the discount stays on your monthly rate from then on.

The posted discount is on the monthly rate. If you have questions about anything else, like the joining fee, call the gym in your town and ask.

Both gyms are open 24 hours with a keycard. There are no staffed hours, no classes, and no personal trainers. You come in when it works for you, whether that's before a drill weekend or after a night shift. If you haven't used a gym like this before, what to expect at a keycard gym with no staff explains how it works day to day.

How much does a Workout 24/7 membership cost with the military discount?

With the 10% military discount, a single membership at Workout 24/7 comes to about $35.96 a month instead of $39.95. Wells and Osakis charge the same rates, and the monthly price is the same whether you sign up for 3, 6, or 12 months.

Regular monthly rates at both gyms

• Single: $39.95 a month, $49 one-time joining fee
• Couple or 2-person: $74.95 a month, $68 one-time joining fee
• Family: $99.95 a month, $68 one-time joining fee

Monthly rates with the 10% military discount

• Single: about $35.96 a month
• Couple or 2-person: about $67.46 a month
• Family: about $89.96 a month

Those discounted figures are rounded to the nearest cent. The joining fee covers your key. The only other fee posted on the site is a $20 charge if you need a replacement key.

Who qualifies for the military discount, and what ID do you need?

At Workout 24/7, the military discount is for active duty service members, members of the National Guard, and veterans. Bring your ID the first time you come in to sign up, and the discount stays on your monthly rate.

If you're not sure which ID to bring or whether your situation counts, call before you come in. That goes for questions like whether a reservist or military spouse qualifies, or how the discount works on a couple or family plan where only one person served. Workout 24/7's posted terms list active duty, National Guard, and veterans, so a phone call is the fastest way to get a straight answer on anything else.

• Wells: (507) 553-3211
• Osakis: (507) 993-8249

What if you deploy or get orders in the middle of your membership?

A Workout 24/7 membership can't be canceled anytime, but the site says that if something changes mid-term, a freeze or a transfer is usually possible. If you get orders or a deployment, call your gym to confirm what can be done in your case, instead of just letting the payments run. The gyms would rather work something out than have a member disappear.

The membership is a signed agreement for 3, 6, or 12 months, and it runs to the end of that term. When the term is up, you can renew or stop. Payment is an automatic monthly withdrawal from a checking account or a card. The joining fee and key can be paid with cash or check.

For Guard members and active duty folks who can't predict their schedule a year out, the 3-month term might make the most sense. The monthly rate is the same on every term length, so a shorter commitment doesn't cost you more per month.

How do you sign up with the military discount in Wells or Osakis?

To join Workout 24/7 with the military discount, call or stop in at the gym in your town and bring your ID. Online sign-up isn't available yet, so the paperwork and your key are handled in person.

1. Pick your town. The Wells gym is at 149 S Broadway, Wells, MN 56097. The Osakis gym is at 815 1st Ave E NE, Osakis, MN 56360.
2. Call ahead if you have questions about eligibility, which ID to bring, or which plan fits your household.
3. Bring shoes, a water bottle, a towel, and your ID.
4. Sign the agreement, set up automatic monthly payment, and pay the joining fee.
5. Leave with your key.

See rates and contact details for the Wells gym or the Osakis gym, or read how to become a member before you stop in.