It sounds like you’re seeing a $49 charge from Planet Fitness and you want to know why it happened. I can outline the common reasons and what you can do next to identify the specific charge on your account. Possible reasons for a $49 charge

• Annual fee: Planet Fitness typically charges a yearly fee (often around $49) that applies in addition to monthly membership dues. This fee is commonly billed once per year and covers ongoing membership administration and maintenance of member accounts.

• Initiation or enrollment fees: Some promotions or locations charge a one-time initiation or enrollment fee, which can be around $1 to $49 depending on current offers. This fee sometimes appears as a separate line item on your statement.

• Location-based or promotional variances: Because Planet Fitness operates with a franchise model and regional promotions, exact pricing and fees can vary by location and time. Checking your home club’s current terms can clarify if a fee is due at renewal or under a specific promo.

What to check on your account

• Review recent billing statements: Look for an “annual fee,” “maintenance fee,” “account renewal,” or “enrollment fee” line item. Note the date of the charge and the exact wording used.
• Confirm your membership tier: Classic vs PF Black Card, and whether any recent changes (downgrades, upgrades, or cancellations) were processed around the time of the charge.
• Check tax and location details: Fees can be subject to local taxes; the total charged amount may reflect tax in addition to the base fee.

What you can do next

• If you don’t recognize the charge or believe it’s incorrect, contact Planet Fitness member services or your home club’s manager with:
  • Your name and member ID
  • The charge date, amount, and the last four digits of the payment method
  • A screenshot or copy of the statement line item
• Ask explicitly about the $49 annual fee: confirm whether it’s a legitimate annual renewal and whether it was due on the date shown, or if any promotions waived it.
• Request a statement of charges: some locations can provide a detailed ledger showing what each line item covers (annual fee, initiation, etc.).
• If there’s a dispute, request a reversal or adjustment and confirm how future charges will be processed to avoid unexpected fees.

If you’d like, share:

• The date of the $49 charge
• The exact description shown on your statement
• Your membership tier (Classic or Black Card) and location

I can help interpret those details and suggest the precise wording to use when you contact support.