Membership
Zest membership is an affordable, convenient way to pay for using any of the three Mid Devon Leisure Centres and a great way to encourage you to exercise whilst saving you money too. There is a membership to suit everyone at a price you can afford, whether you are looking for unlimited visits for one monthly fee, or reduced "pay and play" prices to suit your circumstances.
The inclusive memberships, called Zest Ultra, Gym Zest and Aqua Zest enable you to enjoy your favourite activities as often as you wish, subject to timetables and availability, of course. The number of times you visit a centre during the month is up to you, just show your membership card at reception and away you go! Follow the links on the left of the page to find out about the different memberships, you’ll be sure to find one that suits you.
The membership cards act as booking cards, regardless of the membership type, just quote your membership number when booking and either pay on arrival or just check in at reception without paying if the activity is included in your membership option. It really is as simple as that. Bookings can be taken in person, by telephone or online up to 8 days ahead, depending upon the membership type.
Joining Fees
Most of the memberships require a joining fee to be paid on first taking out the membership. Details of these can be found with the membership descriptions. Inclusive membership options are continuous, and should there be a lapse in membership, either the renewal is back dated or the joining fee is charged again. All memberships are payable one month in advance and therefore require one month’s written notice for cancellation, with the exception of the committed options, that require 2 month's notice. Please note that membership commences on receipt of the application form and appropriate payment.
Payment Options
- Renew monthly: As your membership comes up for renewal, the monthly fee is payable at reception either as cash, cheque or credit card. This can be done at any time leading up to the renewal date and at any of the Mid Devon Leosire centres.
- Direct Debit: Set up a direct debit on joining and benefit from lower fees and the convenience of knowing that your membership is continuous.
- Committed Direct Debit: Sign a six month membership contract and direct debit form to benefit from not only even lower fees again, but no joining fee.
- Annual/Yearly Payment: Pay for one whole year’s membership and enjoy our lowest membership prices, the peace of mind of knowing that you have no further payments or price increases for 12 months. Click here for more details.
Freezing policy
For a small fee you may freeze a direct debit membership a maximum of twice during any 12 month period for up to a month at a time. This is very useful if you are taking long holidays and won’t be using your membership for a few weeks. The freezing fee instead of the usual monthly fee is taken during the freezing period. Available on standard direct debit memberships.
Concessionary Status and Eligibility
Concessionary versions of some memberships are available subject to proof of status, e.g. Over 60 years of age, students and low income groups. Proof of entitlement is necessary on joining, and again every 3 months. If you prefer not to join, you may be eligible for an Easy or Easy Access Zest card, renewable every 3 months. This would entitle you to pay lower prices on a casual basis without the commitment of joining an inclusive membership.
Ready to Commit?
If you commit to an initial six month membership we reduce the monthly cost to our lowest rate to reward you for your loyalty and we won’t charge you a joining fee. After all, what are friends for? Available currently on the Full Ultra and Full Gym memberships. You will remain on the lower rate after the committed period, and on a two month’s notice requirement in the event of cancellation. Committed memberships cannot be frozen. If you are prepared to commit to 12 month's membership you receive the lowest rates, no joining fee and one to one support from a fitness instructor through a "Yearly Fitness Plan".Take a look at Annual Membership for details.
Ready to Join?
Membership forms are available to download on each membership page and differ according to the membership being taken out and the payment method chosen. Membership fees are payable one month in advance. When joining on a direct debit a pro rata payment is taken upon joining, calculated daily from the day you join until the date of the first direct debit. Direct debits are taken at the end of the month for the following month's membership. Joining fees and pro ratas can be paid by cash, cheque, debit or credit card.
