Planet Fitness, one of the largest franchisors and operators of fitness centers, announced the return of its annual High School Summer Pass program. In its fifth year, the initiative offers free, unrestricted use to high school teens ages 14 to 19 of any 2,700-plus Planet Fitness locations throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Since launching the program in 2019, Planet Fitness has invested over $300 million in waived membership dues to promote youth health and wellness and improve the physical and mental health of millions of teens. The company’s High School Summer Pass program and intended to help teens establish healthy fitness habits during the summer months, a critical time when many lack access to organized physical activities.

To better understand what today’s teens are experiencing—and how to support them—Planet Fitness conducted a nationwide study, revealing the following key insights:

  • Mental Health is a Major Concern: 66 percent of parents are concerned about their teen’s well-being and stress levels, and 72 percent believe that consistent exercise can improve their teen’s mental wellness. Unfortunately, around three in five teens report that stress and anxiety are not improving, but getting worse as they get older.
  • Working Out is a Solution: 90 percent of teens said exercise helps them feel happy, with 88 percent noting improved mood after exercise.
  • Exercise is More Than Physical Health: Teens believe physical activity helps deal with the emotional ups and downs of being a teenager, 93 percent agree that regular exercise is beneficial when handling challenges.
  • Screen Time is Consuming:81 percent of teens acknowledge that social media and video games take up a significant portion of their day, with nearly four in five teens reporting that avoiding social media is helpful.
  • Summer Brings a Fitness Slump: 50 percent of teens report that their fitness levels tend to decline when school is out for summer break.

“At Planet Fitness, we offer a high-value experience to both our members and High School Summer Pass participants in a welcoming, ‘Judgement Free’ environment where everyone can get a great workout,” said CEO Colleen Keating. “With free access to our clubs throughout the summer, we’re providing teens with the tools they need to develop healthy fitness habits that can last a lifetime. We look forward to welcoming teens this summer to experience the mental and physical health benefits of exercise in the Judgement Free Zone.”

All High School Summer Pass participants will have access to:

  • Planet Fitness’ full range of strength equipment, including new plate-loaded machines, cardio equipment, stretching space, and more;
  • Free fitness training from certified fitness trainers;
  • Teen-specific workout plans designed to build strength safely and effectively;
  • The free Planet Fitness App, which features hundreds of on-demand digital exercises, and
  • A welcoming, non-intimidating community environment.

Teens can visit PlanetFitness.com/SummerPass to register for the program with club access beginning Sunday, June 1 through Sunday, August 31.

As of March 31, 2025, Planet Fitness reports having roughly 20.6 million members and 2,741 clubs in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Canada, Panama, Mexico, Australia, and Spain.