Virgin Active Stellenbosch is now open!

Posted on 3 September, 2012 by virginactivesa

For everyone who’s been waiting for Stellenbosch Virgin Active to open, the good news is its open NOW! Check out some pics below.

102 thoughts on “Virgin Active Stellenbosch is now open!”

Dirk Crafford on 24 September, 2012 at 17:36 said:

My son is in Stellenbosch and is a member at N1 City Virgin Active.He wants to transfer to Stellenbosch.

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Laura on 1 October, 2012 at 16:17 said:

When is the actual gym going to be opening?

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- virginactivesa on 1 October, 2012 at 18:47 said:
  
  It will be open mid-December. As soon as we have a confirmed date, we will let everyone know
  
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Felicity on 3 October, 2012 at 10:18 said:

Is there a Virgin Active in Somerset West or Strand area as I am relocating from Natal

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- virginactivesa on 3 October, 2012 at 11:24 said:
  
  Felicity there are in fact 2 clubs – one in Somerset West and in Strand.
  
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Lize on 6 October, 2012 at 11:20 said:

How does it work if the actual gym is not open yet? Do you apply to be a member for next year? If this is the case, I would really like to sign up. Where will the actual gym be located and what facilities will be available? Will the men’s and female’s areas be separate?

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- virginactivesa on 8 October, 2012 at 16:45 said:
  
  Lize if you sign up now your membership will only kick in when the club opens in mid-December 2012 🙂
  
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Mike E on 8 October, 2012 at 16:36 said:

If we would like to be members next year does that mean we need to go to the office and reserve membership now?

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- virginactivesa on 8 October, 2012 at 16:45 said:
  
  You don’t need to do it now, but if you’d like to make sure you get in early, then yes you can – the membership will only start when the club opens.
  
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  - Clint on 15 November, 2012 at 14:09 said:
    
    Hi Mike E, feel free to email me
Christine-Marie De Waal on 12 October, 2012 at 09:38 said:

Ek wil graag weet wat se pakkette het hul beskikbaar en wat die koste daarvan is per maand? 🙂

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- virginactivesa on 12 October, 2012 at 10:05 said:
  
  Hi Christine. The price for Stellenbosch is R349/m for a 2yr contract and R379/m for a 1yr contract. 🙂
  
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  - Adél on 18 January, 2013 at 13:17 said:
    
    and with vitality?
  - virginactivesa on 21 January, 2013 at 14:30 said:
    
    On Vitality the price would be R80/month after paying the R975 activation fee.
Lana on 14 October, 2012 at 11:48 said:

How much is it per month if you are a discovery vitality member?

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- virginactivesa on 15 October, 2012 at 08:49 said:
  
  Stellenbosch will cost R76/m if you’re on Vitality after the R845 activation fee
  
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  - Alan on 24 October, 2012 at 13:15 said:
    
    I was told in the offices when I signed up that it is R150pm. Which price is correct?
  - virginactivesa on 24 October, 2012 at 13:35 said:
    
    Alan what type of membership were you quoted on?
toyin on 15 October, 2012 at 16:37 said:

are there existing ones and do we have to pay yearly or we can do monthly….

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- virginactivesa on 15 October, 2012 at 17:05 said:
  
  The minimum contract period is 1 year, but payment is made by monthly debit order.
  
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Marno on 15 October, 2012 at 23:26 said:

Is there going to be a special tariff for Stellenbosch University students?

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- Jenny Palzenberger on 4 February, 2013 at 19:13 said:
  
  I am interested to know if there will be a special tariff for Stellenbosch University students
  
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  - virginactivesa on 5 February, 2013 at 09:43 said:
    
    Hi Jenny. We have a standard student deal at Stellenbosch – R359/month for a full-time 1yr student membership
Stephen on 17 October, 2012 at 16:32 said:

I’m live in Stellenbosch, but a member at the Greenpoint gym because I work in town – is there a possibility I can have a 2 gym membership (Greenpoint and Stellenbsoch) and not have to take the national membership?

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Mike on 20 October, 2012 at 21:47 said:

Is it possible to change your gym location? I’d like to change to Stellenbosch when it opens

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- virginactivesa on 22 October, 2012 at 17:09 said:
  
  It absolutely is possible. You can do it on the day the club opens and they’ll activate the move instantly.
  
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Marina Loubser on 22 October, 2012 at 15:51 said:

My son is a member at Cape Gate Virgin Active and a Vitality member He is a tudent at US and moving to Stellenbosch in January Wil we be able to trasnfer to Stellenbosch with paying the R845 again?

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- virginactivesa on 23 October, 2012 at 10:53 said:
  
  Hi Marina, your son can move when the club opens and won’t have to pay any transfer fees 🙂
  
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Rochelle on 23 October, 2012 at 07:07 said:

HI! When is the Sunningdale club opening? I see there is a sales office by the Builderswarehouse but there are no notices about opening dates

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- Johann on 5 December, 2012 at 10:45 said:
  
  Rochelle that is a good question they where handing out pamphlets at the robots on Monday evening and the one lady told me they are already open, but the entire center is still under construction so i find that hard to believe.
  
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  - Rochelle on 5 December, 2012 at 15:35 said:
    
    hi Johan
    
    I emailed VA directly as no one replied to my post. They say the club wil be opening in February 2012. I have seen the sales office open this week for enquiries. Looking forward to a club opening so close to home!
  - virginactivesa on 5 December, 2012 at 16:14 said:
    
    Hi guys. The club will be opening on the 22nd of December with limited facilities as we’re still busy finishing up the additional space we’ve been given at the centre.
    The full space will be available from February next year
nicola geraghty on 28 October, 2012 at 13:44 said:

I just wanted to know if there will be a swimming pool and if so when will the pool be ready? And what are some of the classes offered? Regards, nicola

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nicki on 28 October, 2012 at 16:12 said:

Please don’t remove my comment again, this is the second time I have to post. Is there a way that I can move my membership from Durbanville to Stellenbosch if I am underage (16)? My mom, brother and I currently have a membership in Durbanville. i go to school in Stellenbosch so I am more there than at home in Durbanville. We are also Momentum members:) (If this helps) Your feedback will be greatly apreciated!

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- virginactivesa on 28 October, 2012 at 19:29 said:
  
  Hi Nicki. Sorry bout that – we don’t delete comments, I don’t know what happened there.
  You and your brother both have free memberships on your mom’s account, so you’re tied to the club that her membership is based at.
  Should you wish to train at Stellenbosch, she will have to upgrade to a Premier membership in order for you to be able to train at Stellenbosch if the still trains at Durbanville. Momentum offer discounts, so it’s best to chat to one of the sales consultants for the best option. 🙂
  
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Doreen Lerato Ichebeng on 28 October, 2012 at 16:44 said:

What would the monthly subscription be if you are a momentum health member?

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- virginactivesa on 29 October, 2012 at 13:45 said:
  
  Doreen the Multiply membership has many variables – the best suggestion would be to visit the sales office in the Eikestad Mall and ask one of the sales guys 🙂
  
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Sinead on 2 November, 2012 at 13:48 said:

Hi
I just like to know what a suitable package would be if you are looking for a one year contract and you are a Discovery Vitality member and a student?

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- virginactivesa on 2 November, 2012 at 15:36 said:
  
  Sinead we have a 1yr membership available at the club 🙂
  
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  - Sinead on 9 November, 2012 at 15:50 said:
    
    How much would that cost monthly?
Niki on 5 November, 2012 at 10:01 said:

Hi,
The cost is R79pm as said previously if I am a vitality member… Just want to double check if there are activation costs and how much for a year contract? and then also if the prices will go up next year or is this a fixed price till next year Dec? thx

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- virginactivesa on 7 November, 2012 at 16:49 said:
  
  Niki if you’re going to rejoin on Vitality, then there will be an activation fee unless you transfer your membership from another club. The sales office would be able to give you all the details. 🙂
  
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Saskia on 7 November, 2012 at 15:04 said:

Hi I am a Certified Yoga instructor, both adults and children. Who can I contact or email concerning yoga classes at the gym.
Saskia

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Jaco on 17 November, 2012 at 00:33 said:

Hi, I have finished my fitness professional and sport conditioning studies this year, I just want to know if there is work for me at Virgin active and if I can personal train there, or a Fitness instructor?

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Olivia on 20 November, 2012 at 09:22 said:

Hi there, I heard from someone that this will only be an exclusive gym because there are so many people who want to join. Is this true? I’m a student and a member of vitality and wanted to re-activate my account in jan when I get back to stellenbosch. Can I still do this?
Also, will there be a swimming pool?

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- virginactivesa on 20 November, 2012 at 10:18 said:
  
  Olivia that’s not true at all. There is a big demand for a club in Stellenbosch and we’re building the biggest club we can to accomodate as many people as possible. We are not limiting anyone from joining and you are more than welcome to reactivate your membership in Jan.
  
  And yes, it will have a pool 🙂
  
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Edel Reinhardt on 22 November, 2012 at 14:59 said:

Hi, is there a reduced rate for pensioners or the over 80’s? Wont be coming at peak times…so wont clutter the floor space!!!

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- virginactivesa on 22 November, 2012 at 16:20 said:
  
  We have off-peak rates for our clubs. Are you interested in joining Stellenbosch?
  
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chaland wentzel on 23 November, 2012 at 13:01 said:

Will membership to the Stellenbosch virgin active be available on Keyfit. I am the main member and have discovery Keycare and Keyfit.

Then also as I am in Stellenbosch 8 months a year and in George 4 months a year will it be possible for me to get a membership on Keyfit that will allow me to visit both gyms? And if so what are my options and costs.

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- virginactivesa on 23 November, 2012 at 15:56 said:
  
  Chaland Stellenbosch will be on the Keyfit plan when the club opens. Should you move, you can always transfer your membership to the George club. 🙂
  
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  - chaland wentzel on 24 November, 2012 at 21:36 said:
    
    Fantastic!!
    I am going home (George) this week and will only be returning end of January 2013. Should I join at George and then just transfer my membership to Stellenbosch when I return in 2013?
    
    Just to confirm: Stellenbosch will definitly be on the Keyfit network?
    
    And on keyfit my joining fee is R325 and as the main member I get 67% discount?
    So excited! Thank you for getitng back to me!
Gabriel Gawie Roux (@_GabrielRoux) on 29 November, 2012 at 13:56 said:

Hi, if want to change my premium vitality membership from Sunninghill to Stellenbsoch, would there be a cost involved and if so, what would that cost be? And what would the monthly membership fee be?

Thank you

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Vanessa on 2 December, 2012 at 06:16 said:

Hi my daughter is a student at US and is with fedhealth. What is the most economical package for her?

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Olivia on 6 December, 2012 at 21:51 said:

What is the parking arrangement for members of Virgin Active Stellenbosch? Eikestad Mall parking is quite expensive, and I think it’s unreasonable to expect members to pay R13 for parking every time they come to gym. It is R3 for less than 30 minutes, but after 30 minutes it becomes quite steep. And who is going to go to gym for only 30 minutes? I am keen to join, but the parking situation is quite off-putting. At other Virgin Active gyms that are in malls/centres, there is at least 1.5 hours free parking. Will it be like this at the Eikestad Mall as well?

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- Martin on 14 December, 2012 at 08:55 said:
  
  Could Virgin Active respond to the parking question at the eikestad Mall? olivia has a valid point.
  
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- elizagreenwald on 3 January, 2013 at 12:54 said:
  
  Hi Olivia, the sale person advise me that you get 2 hours free parking.
  
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- elizagreenwald on 3 January, 2013 at 12:56 said:
  
  Hi Olivia, the sales office said 2 hours free parking.
  
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Johann on 10 December, 2012 at 16:30 said:

II will be in Stellenbosch between the 13th and 26th . Will the pool be available?

Johann

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- virginactivesa on 10 December, 2012 at 17:42 said:
  
  Johann the club opens on the 22nd, so you will be able to use it from then.
  
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slaai on 13 December, 2012 at 19:38 said:

Hi there

What’s the membership fee per month if you want to have access to any gym?

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virginactivesa on 14 December, 2012 at 10:00 said:

We have definitely organised parking for our members. I’m getting confirmation on the duration of that free parking and will let you know.

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Pat van der Berg on 17 December, 2012 at 17:54 said:

Even though the due date was 16th Dec, I heard that it will only be open later in the week….Comments??

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- virginactivesa on 17 December, 2012 at 17:56 said:
  
  That’s true Pat. We’ve had some unforeseen snags and the opening date has moved to the 22nd December. 😦
  
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Elaine on 18 December, 2012 at 15:42 said:

Hi hi
I have a friend that wants to join the gym but wants the nation wide membership. I know I have a nation wide membership but as mine gets paid by my parents I can’t remember what it is. Could you help me out?

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Olivia on 25 December, 2012 at 23:55 said:

What hours is Stellenbosch gym open on 26 Dec and 1 Jan? The information on the website is not update – only gives pre-sale hours.

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Peter on 1 January, 2013 at 14:32 said:

Does Virgin send out an invoice and/or statement prior to debiting amounts off a members banking account?

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- virginactivesa on 2 January, 2013 at 16:35 said:
  
  Peter when you sign up, you give us permission to debit your account every month. It’s the same amount, so there’s no need for an invoice or statement.
  
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elizagreenwald on 3 January, 2013 at 12:58 said:

Good day, Do you have 1/2 month subscription? If yes, do you pay an activation fee as well?

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- virginactivesa on 3 January, 2013 at 14:27 said:
  
  Eliza we unfortunately don’t have a half-month subscription
  
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Frances green on 3 January, 2013 at 18:29 said:

Hey 🙂
I am on a discovery vitality plan. And am over 18 years old, is there a possibility of a month membership? And if so how much would that cost? Thanks 🙂

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- Mr Pillay on 9 January, 2013 at 13:54 said:
  
  Is there a virgin active opening in Chatsworth in Durban?
  
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Jade on 10 January, 2013 at 23:05 said:

Hi. Will there be squash courts? 🙂

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- virginactivesa on 11 January, 2013 at 10:13 said:
  
  Jade unfortunately not. There simply wasn’t space.
  
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Conrad Strauss on 11 January, 2013 at 07:39 said:

Hi, I am a fist year student and looking forward joining the gym. Do you have special offers for students? We are not members of Discovery. Conrad Strauss

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- virginactivesa on 11 January, 2013 at 10:38 said:
  
  Conrad we do have student memberships available. You can enquire at the club and they will happily explain all the options available 🙂
  
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Frances green on 11 January, 2013 at 13:03 said:

I went to Virgin Active to ask about memberships, i have never met such rude people unable to help me. I instead went to stellenbosch university gym and was greeted with fantastic treatment, good equipment and fantastic staff.

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- virginactivesa on 14 January, 2013 at 11:59 said:
  
  Frances that’s terrible! Please could you drop us a mail to virginactivesa@gmail.com with the details so we can fix this.
  
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Mudau on 14 January, 2013 at 14:47 said:

I am a young active, energetic young boy of 22 can i apply the job at virgin active gym as a fitness instructor as I am studying diploma in sport management and is my last year now, can I do that and how can I apply the job at virgin active gym…and I am located at Gauteng, Pretoria

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John Quincey on 15 January, 2013 at 11:10 said:

Hi There

Where exactly is the new store? please could you send me the address – thank you!

Regards

John

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- virginactivesa on 16 January, 2013 at 13:58 said:
  
  Hi John. It’s in Eikestad Mall. I don’t have a store number, but it should be on the mall plan.
  
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  - John Quincey on 22 January, 2013 at 14:23 said:
    
    Hey
    
    Thanks for the reply, what are you average costs for a personal trainer to give you a workout program and follow up sessions?
    
    Regards
    
    John
  - virginactivesa on 22 January, 2013 at 15:28 said:
    
    They vary from R175 – R275 depending on the PT.
Bernhard on 16 January, 2013 at 19:14 said:

I`m a member at the strand `s club , can I go to the one in Stellenbosch?

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Alida on 20 January, 2013 at 11:18 said:

1) I’ve been a member of Virgin Active in George for more than 10 years, my daughter is currently a student at Stellenbosch and I took out a full membership for her to exercise in George during holidays. Will she be allowed to transfer the membership to between George and Stelllenbosch when she is there? 2) Does the gym have a pool?

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Lolita on 20 January, 2013 at 20:32 said:

Hi, my daughter is a second year student at Stellenbosch. We are all Discovery Vitality members with Diamond status. Could you please advise the activation fee as well as the monthly membership fee for her alone (student). And will this fee be cheaper than the special student fees that the Gym offers? Lolita

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- virginactivesa on 21 January, 2013 at 14:21 said:
  
  Hi Lolita. The Vitality deal at the club consists of a R975 activation fee, thereafter your daughter will pay R179.50 per month. The standard student rate is R359/month 🙂
  
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  - Lolita on 21 January, 2013 at 14:31 said:
    
    I am very confused. You replied on a previous entry and I quote: “virginactivesa
    on 15 October, 2012 at 08:49 said:
    Stellenbosch will cost R76/m if you’re on Vitality after the R845 activation fee.” Why is it now R179.50/m? Awaiting your feedback.
    
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  - virginactivesa on 21 January, 2013 at 14:34 said:
    
    If you are the main member or spouse on Vitality, then you get an 80% discount. Unfortunately your daughter is a dependant on your contract, and thus only receives a 50% discount from Vitality. Discovery also increased the activation fee on 1 Jan.
Peter on 21 January, 2013 at 15:03 said:

How many squat racks does the gym have and do you have any full power racks?

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- virginactivesa on 21 January, 2013 at 17:17 said:
  
  It has 2 squat racks and an olympic half rack
  
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Vramaarnet on 21 January, 2013 at 22:17 said:

Given that parking is at such premium in Stellenbosch is it really necessary for the staff at the gym to park right at the entrance? Surely the management ought to ensure that the staff park in a designated area leaving the more sought after spots for the members.

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- Elize on 27 February, 2013 at 12:43 said:
  
  you would want to park right in front of your “office” at your work..or not.?? If you are so lazy to walk an extra 30 meter to the gym in the parking lot…I don’t know how you are motivated to go to the gym at all. …just run 30m less on the treadmill next time. Sêmaarnet
  
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Mike on 22 January, 2013 at 15:39 said:

Hey, how much will it cost to get the premier membership (to use other clubs in sa), if I have Vitality? Will it make a difference if I buy membership in cape town or stellenbosch?

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- Elize on 27 February, 2013 at 12:39 said:
  
  Hi Mike
  I joined at the Long street Virgin Active with premium membership ( I gym at wembly, longstreet and stellenbosch) on vitality = R206 pm
  
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jess on 23 January, 2013 at 21:40 said:

Is there a pool in the eikestad virgin active? And what is the price for students to join? Are there any student specials.
Thank you

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- virginactivesa on 24 January, 2013 at 09:17 said:
  
  Yes there is a pool and the club costs R299/month for a student membership.
  
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yazeed on 28 January, 2013 at 21:16 said:

How much is the monthly fee for students? Including the sign up fee? Kind regards yazeed

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- virginactivesa on 29 January, 2013 at 11:40 said:
  
  Stellenbosch has an off-peak membership of R299/month for a 1 year membership. I’m not entirely sure of the joining fee. It would be best to confirm that with the club.
  
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Lalie Kossatz on 18 February, 2013 at 09:25 said:

I would like to join the Stellenbosch Virgin active, is it open yet? If I want to go between 3pm and 7pm on weekdays, and I am a student, how much would my membersip fees be?
Also, what facilities are there at the gymn? Locker room, rowing machine, super circuit, treadmills, yoga facilities and exercise balls??

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Rozelle on 11 July, 2013 at 14:53 said:

As I was told that when you join membership, you receive a backpack. I want to know how long does it take for you to receive one because you have been out of stock for a long time. And if some joined, do they still get it afterwards?

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