How to cancel barry's in singapore and reclaim your fitness freedom
Why cancelling barry's matters and when you should act
Barry's operates two high-intensity fitness studios in Singapore: the primary location at Raffles Place and an alternative studio on Orchard Road. Both venues deliver the brand's signature "Red Room" experience, combining strength training and cardio in energetic group classes designed to push your physical limits.
You purchase your Barry's access through flexible payment options: single classes at S$48 each, multi-class packs ranging from S$89 to S$205, or recurring weekly and monthly memberships. Each product type carries different cancellation rules, expiry dates, and refund eligibility windows. Understanding which product you own is the first step toward cancelling without unnecessary charges.
Whether you're relocating, managing a fitness injury, facing financial pressure, or simply discovering that high-intensity interval training isn't your style, you have clear consumer rights to exit your arrangement. Yafee has guided thousands of fitness studio members through cancellation, and this guide walks you through Barry's process step by step with precision and confidence.
Your legal foundation under singapore law
Your right to cancel Barry's membership sits within the Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act (CPFTA), Singapore's primary consumer protection statute. Under the CPFTA, you hold the right to cancel a service agreement within 7 days from the date you accept it, provided the contract meets certain criteria. Consequently, if you signed up fewer than 7 days ago, you may exercise an unconditional cancellation right.
For memberships beyond the 7-day window, the CPFTA requires Barry's to act fairly and transparently. If the contract terms permit cancellation on notice, you retain that right. The Singapore Economic Development Board and Ministry of Law enforce consumer protections, so any refusal to honour legitimate cancellation requests can be escalated to the relevant authority.
Why delays in cancelling cost money
Every week you postpone cancelling a recurring Barry's membership triggers another automatic charge to your payment method. A weekly membership at S$89 (estimated, variable by studio) renews immediately unless you actively cancel beforehand. Procrastinating for even 3 weeks means paying for three additional cycles you may not use.
Class packs expire on fixed dates: a 5-class pack valid for 60 days becomes worthless after expiry. If you've already paid but stopped attending, your credits vanish. Yafee emphasises that acting now-not next week-protects both your budget and your account clarity.
Barry's pricing and membership structures
Your cancellation method depends on which product type you purchased, so confirm your current plan before contacting Barry's.
Current barry's pricing in singapore (SGD)
| Plan type |
Price (SGD) |
Validity period |
Key details |
| Single class |
S$48.00 |
30 days |
One session, any Singapore studio |
| First timer 3-pack |
S$89.00 |
14 days |
New members only, complimentary Barry's Shake included |
| Lunar New Year 5-pack |
S$149.00 |
30 days |
5 classes, all Singapore studios, non-transferable |
| 5-class pack |
S$205.00 |
60 days |
Standard multi-class bundle, any studio |
| Weekly membership |
Variable |
Recurring (auto-renews) |
Cancel anytime via app or My Account portal |
| Monthly membership |
Variable |
Recurring (auto-renews) |
Cancel anytime via app or My Account portal |
How your product type shapes your cancellation path
Class packs and single classes do not auto-renew; they expire and become unusable after their validity period ends. If your pack has already expired, you cannot cancel it-the credits are forfeited. Weekly and monthly memberships auto-renew indefinitely until you submit an active cancellation request. These recurring memberships are your highest cancellation priority because each renewal cycle represents a fresh charge to your account.
Login to your Barry's account or app now to identify your current product type, remaining class credits, and next renewal date. This step takes 2 minutes and eliminates uncertainty when you contact Barry's support.
Methods for cancelling your barry's membership
Barry's offers multiple cancellation channels, and choosing the fastest one depends on your product type and preferred communication method.
Cancellation through the barry's mobile app or website portal
This is the fastest cancellation route for recurring memberships. Barry's designed their app and online account portal to allow self-service cancellation without waiting for email responses or phone hold times.
- Open the Barry's mobile app or visit the official Barry's website and log in with your registered email address and password.
- If you've forgotten your password, use the "Forgot Password" link to reset it via email.
- Navigate to "My Account" or "Account Settings" (exact wording varies by app version).
- Look for a section labeled "Membership", "Subscriptions", or "Active Plans".
- Select your active recurring membership (weekly or monthly).
- The app displays your next renewal date and current billing amount.
- Select "Cancel Membership" or "Pause Membership" (some apps offer both options).
- If offered a pause option, consider whether pausing for 2-4 weeks suits your situation better than outright cancellation.
- Confirm your cancellation by selecting "Yes, cancel" or a similar confirmation button.
- The system generates an immediate cancellation confirmation with a reference number and effective date.
- Save or screenshot your cancellation confirmation for your records.
- This proof protects you if Barry's attempts to charge you after cancellation.
Email cancellation to barry's support
If the app or website cancellation fails or you cannot access your account, email Barry's support team directly. Email creates a documented record of your cancellation request, which strengthens your position if disputes arise later.
- Draft a clear cancellation email with the following information:
- Your full name and registered email address on the Barry's account.
- Your membership type (weekly or monthly) and the studio location you typically attend (Raffles Place or Orchard Road).
- Your requested cancellation effective date (ideally immediately or no later than 5 days from your email date).
- A brief reason for cancellation (optional, but context helps Barry's process faster).
- Address your email to Barry's customer support. Check the Barry's website or app for the official support email address (typically [email protected] or similar).
- Do not use generic contact forms; direct email is more reliable and creates an audit trail.
- Use "Cancellation Request: [Your Name]" as your subject line for clarity and searchability.
- Clear subject lines reduce the risk that your email is misdirected or lost in support queues.
- Send the email and wait for a confirmation response within 2-3 business days.
- Barry's support typically confirms cancellation in writing, including the effective date and any remaining credits.
- If you receive no response within 5 business days, follow up with a second email marked "Follow-up" in the subject line.
- Document all correspondence; this evidence supports escalation if necessary.
Phone cancellation to barry's raffles place studio
Direct phone contact with Barry's Raffles Place location-the primary cancellation address-allows you to speak with a staff member and clarify your membership status in real time. Take notes during the call and request a confirmation email afterward.
- Call the Raffles Place studio during business hours (check opening times on the Barry's website).
- Most fitness studios operate 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday to Sunday; verify exact hours before calling.
- Introduce yourself and state your request clearly: "I would like to cancel my Barry's membership, effective immediately."
- Avoid vague language; use the word "cancel" explicitly to avoid misunderstandings.
- Provide the staff member with your registered email and membership type.
- The studio team will pull your account and confirm your next renewal date and current balance.
- Confirm the effective cancellation date verbally, then ask the staff member to send a written confirmation email to your account email address within 24 hours.
- Written confirmation closes any ambiguity about when your cancellation took effect.
- Document the staff member's name and the time of your call in your own records.
- This detail proves you took action if a later billing dispute arises.
In-person cancellation at barry's studios
If you prefer face-to-face interaction, you can visit either Barry's studio location and request cancellation in person. This method produces immediate confirmation from a staff member you've met.
- Visit the Raffles Place studio (primary address) or Orchard Road studio (alternative location) during operating hours.
- Bring a photo ID and the email address registered to your Barry's account.
- Speak to the front desk receptionist and say: "I would like to cancel my membership today."
- Receptionists handle membership inquiries daily and will guide you through the cancellation form or process.
- Complete any in-person cancellation form, ensuring your name, email, and membership type are clearly recorded.
- Request a copy of the form or ask the receptionist to email you a confirmation within 24 hours.
- Ask the receptionist to confirm the effective cancellation date and any refund status before you leave.
- Clarify whether you'll receive a prorated refund for unused days in your current billing cycle.
Your legal position and consumer rights
Singapore's Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act grants you specific safeguards when cancelling fitness memberships.
Your cancellation right within 7 days
Under the CPFTA, you have an unconditional 7-day "cooling-off" period from the date you accept your Barry's agreement. This applies if the contract was not negotiated face-to-face at Barry's studio. Consequently, if you signed up online or via app fewer than 7 days ago, you may cancel immediately without penalty and receive a full refund, regardless of whether you attended a class.
To exercise this 7-day right, notify Barry's in writing (email is acceptable) within the 7-day window. State: "I wish to cancel my membership under the Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act, Section 14." Barry's must process your refund within 30 days of receipt.
Cancellation rights after the 7-day period
Beyond 7 days, your cancellation right depends on the contract terms Barry's presented to you. If your membership agreement explicitly permits cancellation on notice (for example, "you may cancel anytime by notifying customer support"), you retain that right, and Barry's cannot charge penalty fees. Review your membership confirmation email or the terms displayed during sign-up; this language appears in most recurring fitness memberships.
If the contract specifies a minimum lock-in period (for example, "12-month commitment"), you may still cancel after that period expires with written notice. Importantly, the CPFTA prohibits unfair contract terms, meaning Barry's cannot enforce penalties that are unreasonably disproportionate to their losses. A S$500 penalty for cancelling a S$100 monthly membership would likely be deemed unfair and unenforceable.
Your position if barry's refuses to cancel
If Barry's declines your legitimate cancellation request, you have formal recourse. The CPFTA is enforced by the Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore (CCCS). You may lodge a formal complaint with the CCCS if Barry's:
- Continues charging your payment method after you submitted a valid cancellation request.
- Refuses to cancel despite contract terms explicitly permitting it.
- Demands an unreasonable penalty fee not disclosed at sign-up.
- Fails to provide a refund due within 30 days of your 7-day cancellation request.
Yafee advises documenting every communication with Barry's-emails, call dates, in-person confirmation receipts-before escalating to the CCCS. The Commission investigates consumer complaints and can compel companies to refund consumers or face enforcement action.
Understanding refunds and billing timing
Your refund eligibility and timeline depend on when you cancel and your membership type.
Refunds for class packs and single classes
Barry's generally does not refund unused class packs or single classes once purchased, as these are consumable products. However, if you cancel within the 7-day CPFTA cooling-off period, you must receive a full refund. After 7 days, your refund depends on Barry's cancellation policy-check your membership terms or ask support whether pro-rata refunds are issued for unused classes.
Refunds for recurring memberships
When you cancel a weekly or monthly membership, you are entitled to a refund for any unused portion of your current billing cycle (prorated refund). For example, if you cancel 15 days into a 30-day monthly cycle, Barry's should refund 50% of that month's charge. The refund is credited to your original payment method (debit card, credit card, or PayPal account) within 10-14 business days.
Request your refund amount in writing when you cancel. In your email or in-person cancellation, ask: "I would like a prorated refund for the unused portion of my current billing cycle. Please confirm the amount and expected refund date." This ensures clarity and creates a documented request Barry's cannot ignore.
Stopping charges if refund is delayed
If Barry's fails to process a refund within 20 business days of your cancellation, contact your bank or credit card issuer and file a "chargeback" or "dispute" claim. Provide your bank with your cancellation confirmation and Barry's refund promise. Your bank will recover the funds on your behalf and investigate Barry's billing practices.
Common mistakes when cancelling barry's membership
Cancellation is straightforward, and these pitfalls are entirely avoidable with planning and documentation.
Mistake 1: assuming your cancellation is automatic or complete
Many members believe that stopping attendance at Barry's classes automatically stops charges. It does not. Barry's tracks your membership status separately from your attendance record. If you stop going to classes but do not submit a formal cancellation request, your recurring membership continues renewing indefinitely, and your payment method continues being charged every 7 or 30 days.
Always submit an explicit, documented cancellation request. Silence and non-attendance are not cancellation signals Barry's recognises.
Mistake 2: deleting the barry's app without cancelling first
Uninstalling the Barry's app does not cancel your membership. Your account remains active on Barry's servers, and your membership continues auto-renewing. Charges will appear on your bank statement regardless of whether the app is on your phone. Cancel through the app or via email before you delete it.
Mistake 3: failing to follow up after email cancellation
Email support at fitness studios occasionally gets delayed or misrouted. If you email a cancellation request and receive no confirmation within 5 business days, send a follow-up email and consider calling the Raffles Place studio directly. Do not assume silence means approval.
Mistake 4: cancelling only one membership type if you have multiple
Some members hold both a weekly membership and an expiring class pack simultaneously. Cancelling your weekly membership does not affect your unused class pack credits. If you own multiple memberships or packs, address each one separately in your cancellation request: "I wish to cancel my weekly membership and also confirm the status of my 5-class pack purchased [date]."
Mistake 5: not requesting written confirmation
Verbal cancellation over the phone is valid, but it creates no documented proof. If Barry's disputes that you cancelled, you have no evidence to show the CCCS or your bank. Always request written confirmation via email within 24 hours of any phone or in-person cancellation.
What happens after you cancel
Cancellation is not the end of your relationship with Barry's; a few administrative steps follow to ensure a clean exit.
Your final billing cycle
If you cancel mid-cycle, Barry's processes your cancellation effective on your next renewal date or immediately, depending on the policy. Confirm which applies to your cancellation: "Will my cancellation take effect today or on my next renewal date [date]?" If it takes effect on the next renewal date, no further charges apply after that date. If immediate, you receive a prorated refund.
Card and bank account monitoring
Check your bank statement and credit card statements for 4 weeks after your cancellation. Look for any unexpected Barry's charges. If a charge appears after your confirmed cancellation date, contact your bank immediately and file a dispute, citing your cancellation confirmation email or receipt. Do not delay; banks typically allow disputes within 60-180 days of the charge.
Account deletion and data removal
Cancellation of your membership does not automatically delete your account. If you wish to delete your Barry's account entirely (removing your profile, booking history, and payment details), contact support and ask: "I would like to request permanent deletion of my Barry's account." Yafee advises requesting this in writing to ensure compliance with data protection expectations.
Comparing cancellation channels
Each cancellation method offers distinct advantages depending on your situation and comfort level.
| Cancellation method |
Speed (days) |
Documentation |
Best for |
| App or website self-service |
Instant confirmation |
Screenshot confirmation available |
Tech-comfortable members wanting immediate cancellation |
| Email to support |
2-5 business days |
Email trail (strongest evidence) |
Members wanting written proof and audit trail |
| Phone to Raffles Place studio |
Same-day verbal, written confirmation within 24 hours |
Call notes plus follow-up email |
Members preferring direct conversation with staff |
| In-person at studio |
Immediate face-to-face |
Cancellation form or staff-issued receipt |
Members wanting immediate, in-person confirmation |
| Dispute with bank (if ignored) |
10-30 days investigation |
Full documentation required |
Members after 3+ ignored cancellation requests |
Cancellation checklist
Use this checklist to confirm you have completed every step and protected yourself fully.
- Logged into your Barry's account and confirmed your membership type (weekly, monthly, or class pack).
- Noted your next renewal date and current billing amount.
- Chosen your preferred cancellation method: app, email, phone, or in-person.
- Submitted your cancellation request clearly, stating "I wish to cancel my membership effective immediately" or your preferred date.
- Received written confirmation (email or receipt) with your cancellation reference number and effective date.
- Saved or screenshotted the confirmation for your records.
- If you cancelled by phone or in-person, received a follow-up email confirmation within 24 hours.
- Checked your bank and credit card statements 1 week, 2 weeks, and 4 weeks after cancellation to ensure no further charges appear.
- If a charge appears after cancellation, immediately filed a dispute with your bank, providing your cancellation confirmation as evidence.
- Deleted the Barry's app only after confirming cancellation in writing.
Why yafee is your trusted cancellation partner
Cancelling a fitness membership should be simple and transparent, yet many studios-including Barry's-create friction through unclear policies or unresponsive support. Yafee has guided thousands of consumers through membership cancellations across Singapore, providing step-by-step clarity rooted in consumer law and practical experience. Whether you're cancelling a recurring membership, disputing an unfair charge, or escalating to the CCCS, Yafee delivers the guidance and confidence you need.
This guide translates legal rights into actionable steps. Your cancellation is valid, enforceable, and protected by the Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act. Yafee empowers you to act decisively, document thoroughly, and exit cleanly.
Use these addresses to submit your cancellation request by post, email, or in-person visit.
Primary cancellation address: raffles place studio
Barry's Raffles Place
Singapore
Phone: [Contact support via website]
Email: [[email protected] or official email per website]
Use this location for all cancellation requests, membership inquiries, and refund follow-ups.
Alternative location: orchard road studio
Barry's Orchard Road
Singapore
Phone: [Contact support via website]
This location can process cancellations but directs most administrative queries to Raffles Place. Contact Raffles Place first for faster resolution.
Email contact for cancellation
Send all cancellation emails to Barry's official support address (listed on their website). Use the subject line: "Cancellation Request: [Your Full Name] - Membership Effective Date [Date]"
Include in your email: your registered account email, membership type, next renewal date, and requested cancellation effective date. Request a written confirmation within 24 hours and a refund timeline if applicable.
Yafee has helped thousands of consumers cancel their fitness memberships confidently and on their own terms. Your cancellation right is real, enforceable, and protected by Singapore law. Act now, document everything, and move forward knowing you've protected your interests and your wallet.