Gym Electricity Cost Savings for Fitness Businesses
Electricity is one of the largest operating expenses for gyms and studios. Therefore, reviewing contracts regularly is essential for improving profitability. Many fitness businesses operate extended hours, and some run 24/7. As a result, energy is not optional — it is critical to delivering a safe and comfortable training environment.
However, energy contracts are often left to roll over automatically. This can prevent gym electricity cost savings and result in owners unknowingly overpaying.
How Choice Energy Supports Gym Electricity Cost Savings
AUSactive Energy Partner, Choice Energy, is an Australian energy broker working with more than 12,000 businesses nationally. Their focus is simple: help businesses negotiate better electricity and gas rates.
Already, Choice Energy has helped over a dozen AUSactive members achieve gym electricity cost savings exceeding $150,000 collectively. These funds can instead be reinvested into staff, equipment, programming and member experience.
How the Energy Review Process Works
Achieving gym electricity cost savings is straightforward:
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Send your most recent electricity bill
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Choice Energy reviews your current rates
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They compare available market offers
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You receive one of three outcomes:
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- A savings proposal
- A recontract option at better rates
- Confirmation you are already on a competitive deal
There is no obligation. Instead, the review provides clarity and confidence.
Why Reviewing Energy Contracts Matters
Energy prices fluctuate regularly across Australia. Consequently, a contract signed two or three years ago may no longer reflect competitive market rates.
It is estimated that up to 70% of Australian businesses are overpaying for electricity simply because they have not reviewed their contract before renewal. For gyms, even a small percentage difference can translate into meaningful gym electricity cost savings each year.
This is especially important for:
- 24/7 facilities
- Larger footprint gyms
- Sites with high air-conditioning usage
- Multi-site operators
If you operate across multiple locations, structured contract reviews become even more valuable. Different sites are often on different contracts or renewal dates, which may limit opportunities for consolidated savings.
What AUSactive Members Are Saying
Several AUSactive members have already secured gym electricity cost savings through Choice Energy.
Joanne Jordan – Anytime Fitness Toronto
“Choice Energy were easy to deal with, responsive and saved me over 10% on my current electricity costs.”
Brett Rawlings – Totally Pumped 24/7
“We are looking to save $3,000 to $4,000+ per annum based on our current usage.”
Matt Hoo – 5th Element Wellness
“Choice Energy is easy to deal with and makes the whole process simple. I don’t have to stress about whether I’m on the best energy rates.”
Save on Gym Electricity Costs Today
Reducing electricity expenses is one of the simplest ways to improve business performance. Unlike pricing changes or staffing adjustments, gym electricity cost savings do not affect member experience.
Even if savings are not available immediately, knowing where your contract stands provides peace of mind.
Contact Choice Energy
For a no-obligation energy review:
Alex Townsend
Head of Partnerships, Choice Energy
📞 0435 080 646
✉️ alex.townsend@choiceenergy.com.au
A simple electricity bill review could help your business secure significant gym electricity cost savings.
