A gym day pass lets you use a gym without joining. Before you pay, check the price, what's included, the opening hours and whether you qualify. At ONE Boulder Fitness, a drop-in is $30, with 1-week, 1-month, 3-month and punch passes also available. People who live or work in the Boulder area and are sizing up a membership can claim a free first day pass.
Maybe you're new to town, between gyms, or just want to know whether a gym suits you before you commit. A gym day pass is the simplest way to find out. But passes aren't all the same. Some are free, some are paid, and some come with limits. This guide explains the common kinds, what to check before you buy, and how day passes work at ONE Boulder Fitness in downtown Boulder.
The three kinds of gym day pass
- A free trial pass. A free first visit for people thinking about joining. These often have limits, such as where you live, so read the details first.
- A paid drop-in. You pay for one visit and don't need a membership. It's the simplest option if you only need the gym once.
- A short-term or punch pass. A week, a month or a set number of visits, priced between a single drop-in and a full membership.
Who a day pass suits
A day pass is a good fit if you're visiting for work or a short stay, you're new to Boulder and comparing gyms, your usual gym is closed, or you want to see a gym floor before you sign anything. It also works if you only train now and then and don't want a monthly bill.
What to check before you buy a day pass
- The price. Compare the single-visit price with the cost of a week pass, a punch pass and a membership. The cheapest option depends on how many times you'll go.
- What's included. Ask whether recovery facilities, towels and lockers are included or sold separately.
- Opening hours. Check that the gym is open when you can actually go, including early mornings and weekends.
- Parking. Downtown, this matters. Ask whether parking is validated and for how long.
- Who can use it. Some free passes are limited to locals or first-time visitors. Check before you travel across town.
- What happens after. A good gym lets you look around and ask questions without a hard sell.
Day pass or membership? A simple way to decide
A day pass costs more per visit than a membership. That's the trade: you pay a little extra for no commitment. At ONE Boulder Fitness, a drop-in is $30 and standard membership is $90 a month, month-to-month, with $0 enrollment. Three drop-ins cost the same as a month's membership. If you'll go more than three times in a month, a membership costs less on price alone.
If you're somewhere in between, there are other passes: a 1-week pass for $60 (seven days, full access), a 1-month pass for $150, a 3-month pass for $300, and punch passes of five visits for $125 or ten visits for $200. Check the current rates on our pricing page, since they're confirmed at sign-up and punch-pass terms can vary.
What a day pass includes at ONE Boulder Fitness
ONE Boulder Fitness is at 1800 Broadway #190 in downtown Boulder, a short walk from Pearl Street. A pass gets you the full gym floor, with free weights, cardio and a functional-training area, plus the recovery suite: a cedar sauna, a steam room and the Cool Tub. Every membership and pass includes the recovery suite at no extra cost.
We're open Monday to Thursday 6am to 8pm, Friday 6am to 7pm, and Saturday and Sunday 8am to 4pm.
The free day pass for Boulder-area locals
If you live or work in the Boulder area and you're sizing up a membership, you can claim a free first day pass. Send your details on the free day pass page and we'll text you a pass, usually the same day. It covers the full gym floor, the recovery suite and 2-hour validated parking on site, with no contract and no pressure.
The free pass is for Boulder-area locals only. It isn't available to out-of-town or out-of-state visitors. If you're visiting, the $30 drop-in or the 1-week pass is the right choice.
What to expect on your first visit
Bring workout clothes, water and a change of clothes if you plan to use the sauna, steam room or Cool Tub afterwards. Check in at the front desk, and ask about towels and lockers while you're there. Decide what you want from the visit before you arrive, whether that's a workout, a recovery session or a look around, so you can tell whether the gym fits how you train. If you like it, ask about membership. If not, you've lost nothing.
How to get started
- Live or work in the Boulder area? Claim your free day pass.
- Visiting, or want a paid pass? See every option on the pricing page.
- Come in during opening hours, try the floor and the recovery suite, and ask us anything.
FAQ
Do you offer a gym day pass in Boulder?
Yes. We offer a $30 drop-in, plus 1-week, 1-month, 3-month and punch passes, and a free first day pass for people who live or work in the Boulder area.
How much is a day pass at ONE Boulder Fitness?
A drop-in is $30. A 1-week pass is $60, a 1-month pass is $150 and a 3-month pass is $300. Punch passes are $125 for five visits and $200 for ten. Rates are confirmed at sign-up.
Is there a free gym day pass?
Yes, for people who live or work in the Boulder area and are sizing up a membership. It isn't available to out-of-town or out-of-state visitors.
Does a day pass include the sauna, steam room and Cool Tub?
Yes. Every membership and pass includes the recovery suite.
Do I need a membership to use the gym?
No. You can use the gym on a drop-in or a short-term pass without joining.
When is the gym open?
Monday to Thursday 6am to 8pm, Friday 6am to 7pm, and Saturday and Sunday 8am to 4pm.
Where is ONE Boulder Fitness?
1800 Broadway #190, on the lower level of ONE Boulder Plaza in downtown Boulder, about a five-minute walk from Pearl Street, with 2-hour validated parking on site.
Written by the ONE Boulder Fitness team. Prices are the current published rates and are confirmed at sign-up.
Try the club before you commit.
Live or work in the Boulder area? Claim a free first day pass. Visiting? See every pass and price.