Pure Gym

PureGym waives the joining fee entirely for armed forces personnel and veterans through its Defence Discount Service partnership. The joining fee normally runs up to £25, so getting it removed outright is the benefit here — there is no reduction on the monthly membership cost itself, just the upfront charge that would otherwise apply when first signing up.

Does PureGym Offer a Military Discount?

Yes — through Defence Discount Service, eligible armed forces members and veterans get 100% off the PureGym joining fee. That's a potential saving of up to £25. The offer has been in place as a formal DDS partnership and covers both serving personnel and veterans.

Monthly membership pricing is not discounted — the saving is on the joining fee only. For anyone who held off joining PureGym because of the initial fee, this removes that barrier without affecting the ongoing monthly cost.

Who Is Eligible for the PureGym Forces Discount

Serving personnel, veterans and armed forces spouses and partners registered with Defence Discount Service are eligible. DDS membership is free for serving personnel and their immediate family — the Defence Privilege Card is not required to access this particular offer.

How to Claim the PureGym Joining Fee Waiver

1. Register for free with Defence Discount Service at defencediscountservice.co.uk if not already a member.
2. Log into the DDS member area and search for the PureGym offer.
3. Follow the direct link provided, which applies the joining fee waiver automatically when signing up.
4. Complete the PureGym membership registration as normal — the fee will not be charged.

How Much Does PureGym Cost After the Joining Fee

PureGym is the UK's largest gym chain by membership, with over 350 locations open around the clock every day. Monthly membership has no contract — rolling month to month, cancel at any time. Prices vary by location and whether peak or off-peak access is selected, but generally sit well below traditional health club pricing.

Off-peak memberships (typically before 4pm on weekdays) cost less than standard all-access memberships at the same club. For forces personnel working irregular hours or who can train flexibly, the off-peak tier often represents the best value.

For a broader look at fitness and sports discounts available to the forces community, the sports, fitness and outdoors forces discounts section covers gym chains, sportswear and equipment deals across brands.

What PureGym Includes

The membership covers free weights areas, resistance machines, functional training rigs, battle ropes and cardio equipment as standard. Group fitness classes are included in the membership price across most locations — typically over 50 sessions per week covering circuits, HIIT, indoor cycling, yoga and more.

There are no pools, steam rooms or café facilities. The stripped-back model keeps the monthly cost at its level. The PureGym app handles class bookings and workout tracking at no extra cost on top of membership.

For gym wear and training kit at competitive prices, the Under Armour military discount and Adidas forces savings are worth checking alongside any new gym membership.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does PureGym offer a military discount?

Yes — through Defence Discount Service, armed forces personnel and veterans can join PureGym with 100% off the joining fee, saving up to £25. Monthly membership costs are not discounted.

How do I get the PureGym forces joining fee waiver?

Register free with DDS at defencediscountservice.co.uk, find the PureGym offer in the member area, and follow the direct sign-up link provided. The joining fee waiver is applied automatically through that link.

Can veterans get the PureGym joining fee waiver?

Yes — veterans registered with Defence Discount Service are eligible for the same 100% joining fee waiver as serving personnel.

Does PureGym require a contract?

No — standard PureGym memberships are rolling monthly with no minimum term. Cancel at any time with one month's notice.

What is included in PureGym membership?

Free weights, resistance machines, cardio equipment, functional training areas and group fitness classes are all included in the standard monthly membership. There are no pools or spa facilities at PureGym sites.

Is PureGym open 24 hours?

Most PureGym locations are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Access hours vary slightly by club — check the specific location on the PureGym website or app before joining.

More Forces Deals You Might Like

For other gym and fitness deals, the sports, fitness and outdoors forces discounts section covers the full range of current savings for serving personnel and veterans. For training kit and sportswear, the Under Armour military discount is one of the stronger verified savings currently available in the category.