Cancelling Basic-Fit on a Monthly Basis: How It Works (2026)

Want to try Basic‑Fit for 1 month and then stop? That’s possible, but there are a few rules that tend to trip people up: notice period, minimum contract length, and the statutory cooling-off period. Here is the full explanation for 2026.

Can you cancel Basic‑Fit at any time?

Yes, but only with a Flex membership (Comfort Flex or Premium Flex). These can be cancelled on a monthly basis. With a 12-month contract you are tied to the minimum term — after that it also becomes cancellable on a monthly basis.

Membership	Minimum term	Notice period	Price
Comfort 12 months	12 months	1 month	€26.99/4 wks
Comfort Flex	none	1 month	± €36.98/4 wks
Premium Flex	none	1 month	± €46/4 wks

The full price breakdown can be found in our Basic‑Fit guide.

Step-by-step: cancelling Basic‑Fit

Log in at mijn.basic-fit.com or via the app
Go to “My membership” → “Cancel”
Select your end date (respecting the 1-month notice period)
Confirm via the e-mail you receive

You can continue training right up until your end date.

The statutory cooling-off period trick

Sign up for Basic‑Fit online and you have a 14-day cooling-off period. This is a legal requirement for online purchases. What this means:

Please note: Basic‑Fit keeps track of who uses the cooling-off period. Repeated use = likely to result in a block. Not suitable as a regular approach.

What does 1 month of Basic‑Fit actually cost?

Three scenarios:

1. Comfort Flex, cancel immediately after month 1

Registration fee: €29.99
1 month membership: €36.98
Total: €66.97

2. 12-month contract using the cooling-off period trick (online)

14 days free training
Cancel via cooling-off period
Total: €0 (but only usable once)

3. Starter Kit (1 month prepaid)

All-in: ± €30–€45
No registration fee
Stops automatically
Total: ~€30–€45

For a smart 1-month strategy: gym for 1 month.

Common mistakes

Forgetting to cancel in time — the notice period is 1 month. A week before the end = too late
Thinking Flex = no contract — it IS a contract, just cancellable on a monthly basis
Forgetting the registration fee in your calculations — it adds €30 to your first month
Letting the direct debit continue after cancellation — always wait for confirmation

Alternatives for 1 month

If Basic‑Fit for 1 month is not ideal:

SportCity CITY ONE Flex: ± €36.99/4 wks, comparable
TrainMore All‑In Flex: €38/month, all clubs included
Local gym day pass: €10–€15/day
Boutique studio intro package: €19–€39 for 2 weeks

Can I pause instead of cancelling?

Yes, Basic‑Fit offers a “Pause” option for up to 3 months. Useful if you are temporarily unable to train (pregnancy, injury, moving house) but intend to return. You do not pay during a pause.

Handy: find an alternative near you

Not satisfied with Basic‑Fit? Find a gym close to home on Gymsearch.nl. By city: Amsterdam, Utrecht, Rotterdam, Den Haag, Eindhoven.

Veelgestelde vragen

Can you cancel Basic-Fit on a monthly basis?

Yes, with the Comfort Flex or Premium Flex memberships you can cancel monthly with a 1-month notice period. With a 12-month contract you must first see out the minimum term, after which cancellation is also possible on a monthly basis.

How do I cancel Basic-Fit?

Log in at mijn.basic-fit.com or in the app, go to 'My membership' and click 'Cancel'. Choose an end date (at least 1 month after the cancellation date) and confirm via the confirmation e-mail.

Can I try Basic-Fit for 1 month without a registration fee?

Yes, via the Starter Kit or via the statutory 14-day cooling-off period for online sign-ups. The Flex memberships do charge a registration fee (± €30). See Basic-Fit eenmalig proberen for all options.

What is the notice period at Basic-Fit?

1 month. Cancel on 15 March and your membership ends on 15 April. You can continue training until that date. With a 12-month contract the notice period only applies from the end of the minimum term.

Is Basic-Fit allowed to renew my membership automatically?

No, since the WAMCA legislation (2022) the automatic renewal of gym contracts is prohibited. After the minimum term your membership automatically becomes cancellable on a monthly basis.