before I spend $ on anything (purchases of services), I make it a point to research on the integrity of the company that I might give my hard earned $ to.

here's some complaints on true fitness in a consumer website:

http://www.consumer.com.my/message/index.p...ount=0&blogid=1

think of it this way: even though you might not get what you wish to get in return, at least you did a part in exposing this unscrupulous gym. I'm sure sooner or later it might go bankrupt and "revenge" is finally served to them.