Can I cancel a signed gym contract in Liechtenstein after a price increase and new fees?

Dear Sir or Madam

As a Liechtenstein based law firm with longstanding experience in corporate / commercial disputes we would be pleased to assist you in this matter. However, the answer to your request is not solely a matter of law but rather depends on the written contract between you and the gym. We could offer you a review of your contract including general terms and conditions for CHF 400.00 (fixed fee) if you wish.

Kind regards

Sabine Fröhlich

Under general consumer protection principles, the terms of a fitness contract are binding as agreed. In many cases, contracts include a minimum term or a fixed duration, during which ordinary termination is typically not possible. Ordinary early termination is generally only allowed if this is explicitly provided for in the contract.

However, a unilateral price increase may constitute a modification of the contract. If such an adjustment is not clearly provided for in the agreement (e.g. via a valid price adjustment clause), you are not obliged to accept the increase.

Even where a price adjustment is contractually agreed, the provider must act transparently. In comparable consumer law contexts, providers are required to inform customers in advance of price increases and to notify them of their right to terminate the contract before the change takes effect.

As a result, a price increase may give rise to a right of extraordinary termination (i.e. a right to terminate for good cause), especially where:
- the increase was not contractually agreed, or
- you were not properly informed of your rights in connection with the change.

Please also note that termination should always be made in writing for evidentiary purposes.

We recommend reviewing the specific terms of your contract, in particular any clauses relating to price adjustments and termination rights, in order to assess your position in detail.

We would be delighted to assist you with this case and are at your disposal for any further questions.