Its really hard. I tried it once and nearly passed out, and I was in pretty good shape at the time. You do a minute of exercise, at a very fast pace, and then switch machines for 30 minutes. I think I finished 5 minutes! You can get a visitors pass and they will tell you all about the rules and fees. The people in the one I visited were very nice, but I am just not cut out for the pace. No matter where you go, GOOD LUCK! Its hard to get started, but once you do you will feel great!
the curves program is good for women who can benefit from a VERY structured exercise program. i did not like it because you can not personalize your workout by adding resistance to machines, or going around the circuit as many times as you see fit. it is 30 dollars a month with a seventy five dollar start up fee if you sign a year contract. if you opt out of the contract for a non medical reason you have to pay 10 dollars a month for the remainder of the contract. i think you can pay month to month but the monthly rate is higher and i think the sign on fee is higher too. on the positive side, it is effective and they make sure you are doing the exercises with correct form for safety and effectiveness.