Haha sounds like Base should have taken the Equinox approach. If you’re going to pay a premium, you expect a premium product. Not just equipment and amenities, but also the idea that they won’t pack the gym with members ruining the premium experience.

IMO, high end gyms should have an intake survey. One of those questions should be “what is the typical time you work out?” .. this way they can deny or accept applicants based on volume.