Planet Fitness has announced the return of its High School Summer Pass program. From now until Aug. 31, this initiative allows high school students ages 14-19 to work out for free at more than 2,700 Planet Fitness locations in the U.S. and Canada, according to a news release from the company.
Now in its fifth year, the program is designed to support youth health and wellness — especially during the summer months when school is out, routines shift and screen time tends to rise.
A recent Planet Fitness survey found that 66% of parents are concerned about their teen’s stress levels, while three in five teens say their stress and anxiety are worsening with age. On a positive note, 90% of teens report that exercise improves their mood and nearly all agree that regular physical activity helps them navigate the emotional ups and downs of adolescence. Backing this up, a 2024 JAMA Pediatrics study found that physical fitness might help protect children and teens from depression, anxiety and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
This year, Planet Fitness has partnered with two-time Olympic medalist Stephen Nedoroscik to amplify the program’s impact.
“Giving teens free access to a place to move, feel confident, and chase their goals is powerful,” Nedoroscik said in the release. “It’s a chance for young people to discover their strength, inside and out.”
In addition to gym access, Summer Pass participants receive free fitness training with certified trainers, teen-specific strength-building workouts and full access to the Planet Fitness app with hundreds of on-demand exercises
Teens can preregister and find their local club at planetfitness.com/summerpass. Participants must work out at the location where they sign up. Those under 18 must register with a parent or guardian, either in-person or online. Once signed up, they can work out solo.
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