24/7 Gyms in the Netherlands: All Options at a Glance (2026)

Do you work shifts, are you an early bird who wants to train at 05:00, or do you only get home from work after 23:00? In that case a regular gym with opening hours until 22:00 or 23:00 is often not enough. Fortunately, the supply of 24/7 gyms in the Netherlands is growing fast. In this overview we list all options, including price differences, safety and what you can expect from self-service outside office hours.

Which large chains offer 24/7 access?

Not every branch of a chain is 24/7. It often depends on the location, the local management and whether there is enough demand. These are the main nationwide players:

Basic-Fit is the largest chain and offers 24/7 access at many locations. You can recognise these branches by the 24-hour symbol in the Basic-Fit app. A Comfort membership at Basic-Fit gives you access to all branches, including the 24/7 clubs. The Easy variant restricts you to a single club, so check carefully whether that one is 24/7 itself.

Fit For Free opened several 24/7 branches in 2024 and 2025, mainly in the larger cities. Here you use a badge or QR code via the app.

SportCity has a number of premium locations that are 24/7, but this is not standard. Especially the clubs in Amsterdam, Utrecht and Rotterdam-Centrum offer this. Always check this with the specific branch.

Anytime Fitness is an international chain that focuses entirely on 24/7 access. You get a personal key fob with which you can enter any branch worldwide. The Dutch network is smaller than Basic-Fit, but growing.

Alongside the chains there are more and more local 24/7 gyms, often run by independent operators with a focus on strength training or CrossFit.

How does 24/7 access work in practice?

Outside regular opening hours there is usually no staff on site. You enter via:

• Badge or QR code: linked to your membership via the app.
• Fingerprint or facial recognition: a few premium locations use biometrics.
• PIN code: more old-school, but still in use at smaller clubs.

Access is usually logged. If you break the rules (for example by letting in someone without a membership), your access can be revoked. There are nearly always cameras, and at Basic-Fit and Anytime Fitness those operate at night too.

Safety: what if something happens?

A fair concern. If you train at 03:00 alone and accidentally drop a weight on your foot, who is going to help you?

Most 24/7 chains have a number of provisions:

• Alarm buttons spread throughout the floor, especially near strength machines and the squat racks.
• 24/7 camera surveillance with live monitoring at the larger chains.
• Emergency line in the app, with which you can reach a central control immediately.
• Access for paramedics: emergency services can enter via a separate code or key.

Tip: do not use extremely heavy weights at night without a spotter. Train a bit more conservatively and keep your phone within reach. Many gym accidents happen precisely when you are alone.

Price differences: does 24/7 cost extra?

This varies by chain:

• Basic-Fit: 24/7 access is included by default in the Comfort or Premium membership. You do not pay a surcharge for the hours, only for the higher membership tier itself.
• Anytime Fitness: tariff usually sits around €40 to €55 per month, so more expensive than budget chains. The price is baked into the concept.
• Fit For Free: price is comparable to regular clubs, so around €20 to €30 per month for the basic variant.
• Local 24/7 gyms: often €35 to €60 per month, depending on the city and the facilities.

An extensive comparison of gym prices in the Netherlands helps you find the best membership. For those still wondering whether €40 per month is a lot we have a separate analysis.

Who is a 24/7 gym suitable for?

Not everyone needs 24/7 access. But for these groups it is often a lifesaver:

Shift workers: nurses, police officers, warehouse staff and pilots can often only train at odd hours.

Parents of young children: only once the kids are asleep do you have time. Between 22:00 and 06:00 is then ideal.

Students: late nights often suit better than early mornings.

Early birds: those who start at 05:00 avoid the crowds and have all the equipment to themselves.

Travellers: especially with an Anytime Fitness pass you can train anywhere in the Netherlands (and internationally).

The difference between busy and quiet hours is significant. Our guide on the least used gym equipment shows which machines are usually free anyway.

What are the downsides of 24/7?

Honestly: not only upsides.

• No staff means no guidance, no towel service and no cleaning during your session.
• Sometimes lower hygiene if cleaning only happens during the day and it is still busy at night.
• Loneliness can be tough. Being alone in a large hall at 03:00 does not motivate everyone.
• Access can fail if your app, badge or internet does not work. Outside office hours there is no help desk.
• Not all facilities are available 24/7. Sauna, swimming pool and group classes usually only run during the day.

For insurance: train sensibly and you fall under your standard health insurance like normal. If you want to know more about healthy training, check voedingscentrum.nl for general guidelines.

Cancelling a 24/7 membership

The cancellation rules are the same as for regular memberships. Often a notice period of one month applies after the initial contract term. At Basic-Fit you have for some years had the option to cancel after 1 month if you go for the flexible variant. Read our full guide on cancelling your gym for all the details.

Still doubting between memberships? Then also check whether the chain offers a trial week or one-off session.

Finding a 24/7 gym near you

On Gymsearch you can filter by opening hours and facilities. View the overview of all gyms in the Netherlands or search directly by your municipality. If you have a specific chain in mind, the filters let you find the right branch quickly.

For consumer information about membership terms you can go to consuwijzer.nl, the consumer information service of the ACM.