HYDROMASSAGE BEDS:
ONE OF OUR MOST UNIQUE
PF Black Card® membership perks
HydroMassage at Planet Fitness is a Black Card Spa amenity that gives PF Black Card® members a warm water massage experience – while staying fully clothed and completely dry. The HydroMassage beds use warm, pressurised water jets that move beneath a waterproof surface to create a comfortable full-body massage, with adjustable pressure, speed and target areas. Access is included with PF Black Card® membership, subject to availability during staffed hours.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS
OF HYDROMASSAGE?
A good workout is only part of looking after your body. Recovery matters too, because it’s during this period that your body adapts to training, repairs muscle tissue and prepares for your next session.
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That doesn’t mean recovery needs to be complicated. HydroMassage gives you an easy, dedicated recovery moment before you leave the club. Many members use it after training to ease general muscle tightness, support their cool-down routine and enjoy a calmer finish to their workout. It can be especially appealing if you train regularly, spend long hours on your feet or want to give your mind and body a chance to switch off.
Because there is no need to change, bring swimwear or shower afterwards, HydroMassage is clean, convenient and easy to fit into your visit. The experience is designed to be easy from the start. You simply lie back, choose your settings and enjoy.
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Reduced muscle soreness & tension
Reduced muscle soreness and tension Warm, pressurised water works into tired muscles, reducing the tightness that builds after a hard session.
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Speeding up your cool-down
HydroMassage can bring your heart rate and body temperature down
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Boosted circulation
Improved blood flow to worked muscles means faster delivery of oxygen and nutrients to where repair actually happens
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Reduction in stress and mental fatigue
The combination of soothing heat and targeted massage helps your body
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Better training consistency
Members who recover well train more often; making recovery enjoyable is one of the simplest ways to stay on track
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Keeping DOMS in check
Regular post-workout sessions help manage delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) so the next session doesn’t start at a deficit
A WARM WATER MASSAGE
WITHOUT GETTING WET
HydroMassage is one of the most talked-about and distinctive PF Black Card® Spa experiences at Planet Fitness — and if you haven’t tried it yet, you probably have questions. Such as, what exactly is HydroMassage?
You lie back on a specially designed bed while warm, pressurised water moves beneath the surface. You feel the pressure, warmth and movement of the water, but the water never touches you. No swimwear. No towel. No shower afterwards. Just 7 minutes to relax, reset and let your body slow down.
After a workout, it can feel like the perfect finish. Between errands or after a long day, it can be a reason to come in even when you are not training. With a PF Black Card® membership, HydroMassage gives you a simple way to make recovery feel easy, enjoyable and built into your routine.
The best part? There is no extra per-session cost for PF Black Card® members to use the HydroMassage. It’s all included in your Black Card membership!
TECHNOLOGY: HOW DOES THE HYDROMASSAGE BED WORK?
The HydroMassage bed uses jets of warm, pressurised water that move beneath a waterproof surface to create a smooth, full-body massage effect.
Each session runs for 7 minutes, and you can customise the massage to suit what feels best by adjusting the pressure, the speed or the target area. The beds also include an assortment of in-built games such as Solitaire to choose from.
Because there is no need to change, bring swimwear or shower afterwards, HydroMassage is clean, convenient and easy to fit into your visit. The experience is designed to be easy from the start. You simply lie back, choose your settings and enjoy.
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WHAT DOES HYDROMASSAGE FEEL LIKE?
It feels like warm water pressure moving beneath you in a steady, flowing motion. Many of our gym members describe it as relaxing, soothing and surprisingly calming, especially after exercise.
The warmth is a big part of the experience. It gives you that comfortable spa-like feeling without needing to get in water. Depending on what your body needs and what adjustments you make to the speed or pressure settings on the HydroMassage bed, your session can feel like a gentle reset or a stronger post-workout massage.
If you are not sure what setting to choose or how to get started, ask the team at the front counter.
WHEN SHOULD YOU USE HYDROMASSAGE: BEFORE
OR AFTER YOUR WORKOUT?
Most members use the HydroMassage bed after a gym workout because it fits naturally into a recovery routine. After training, your body is warm, your heart rate is coming down and you are ready to relax.
Some members may use HydroMassage before exercise because they enjoy the warming, relaxing sensation. That is fine if it feels good for you, but it should not replace a proper warm-up.
Or, you might come to the club purely to use the HydroMassage beds without doing a workout at all, and we encourage that too!
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HOW TO USE THE HYDROMASSAGE BEDS AT PLANET FITNESS IN 3 EASY STEPS
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Step 1: Become a
Black Card memberHydroMassage is included with every Planet Fitness Black Card membership. Join online or in-club, or easily upgrade your Classic membership through the PF Australia app, your online account, or by speaking with our team in-club.
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Step 2: Check-in at
the front counterVisit during staffed hours and speak to our friendly team at the front counter. They’ll check availability, set up your 7-minute HydroMassage session, and walk you through how to use the bed, so you can relax and enjoy your recovery with confidence.
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Step 3: Lie back
and enjoyStay fully clothed, choose your preferred pressure, speed and target areas, then relax while warm water jets deliver a soothing massage—without getting wet. For an extra touch of fun, you can even choose from a selection of built-in games to enjoy.
Ready to become a Black Card Member?
Make every visit feel bigger than just a workout. With a Planet Fitness Black Card membership, you can train your way, recover your way and enjoy even more of the feel-good perks that make Planet Fitness such a welcoming place to move and reset.
It is our best-value membership for anyone who wants more from their gym experience. Work out, bring a guest, use the Black Card Spa during staffed hours and enjoy access to Planet Fitness locations around the world.
Already a Classic member? Upgrading is easy. Log into your PF Australia app to upgrade online, or speak to our friendly team at your club’s front desk and they’ll help you unlock all the perks.
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- Access to HydroMassage beds
- Access to massage chairs
- Weekly private spray tans
- Red Light Therapy access
- Bring a guest during staffed hours (gym floor only)
- 24/7 access
- Free fitness training
- Access to 2,700+ Planet Fitness locations worldwide
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HYDROMASSAGE FAQS
Here are some of the most frequently asked questions we hear about the HydroMassage beds at Planet Fitness. Have another question? We’d love to help! Feel free to message us on socials, give us a call, or speak to your friendly staff in-club the next time you’re in!
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