​Attorney General of Maryland ​Anthony G. Brown

Health Club Online Registration

What You Can Do Here

Choose the option that applies to you:

Existing Users

New Users

Need Help?

Can't Access Your Previous Registration?

If you've entered information before but can't access it:

  • Call us at 410-576-6350 - We're here to help
  • Don't create a new account - This can cause duplicate entries

Having Technical Issues?

Some users experience problems with online registration. If the system isn't working for you:

  1. Download the renewal form and complete it manually
  2. Submit by mail or email ([email protected])
    • Include payment and all required attachments

Contact Information

Phone: 410-576-6350
Email: [email protected]

Need immediate assistance? Call during business hours for help with your registration.

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​​​Reg​istration FAQ​

All health club service providers, including health clubs, personal trainers, weight loss centers/programs/counselors, self defense schools/instructors, exercise/fitness programs.​

  • Bonded ($1,200.00 fee)
  • Bond-exempt ($300.00 fee)
  • Pay-per-day ($75.00 fee)
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Start on-line registration by clicking​​ here.​

  • Evidence of business status (i.e., Articles of Incorporation, Certificate of Limited Partnership, Articles of Organization or Partnership Agreement.)
  • If purchase of existing facility - Copy of sales agreement or notarized letter signed by both the previous owner and the current owner stating the specific terms of the sale.
  • Copies of each type of proposed contract to be used to sell services. The contracts must contain a itemized description of fees and charges and a Notice of Consumer Rights (​see samples.) If the member will not sign a separate contract, please attach a fee schedule/pricing list and a sample credit card, debit card, or electronic funds transfer authorization if the business will accept payment by that method.
    A price sheet which contains prices for services offered, including the price for special packages.
  • Information regarding owners, officers and shareholders, including update information.
  • Information regarding facility location, including any new locations.
  • If you are a bonded club, please review the adequacy of your security and supporting documents (SOL and CPA Report.)
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  • Information regarding owners, officers and shareholders, including update information.
  • Information regarding facility location, including any new locations.
  • If you are a bonded club, please review the adequacy of your security and supporting documents (SOL and CPA Report.)
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For pre-opening activity, a business must post a $50,000 bond before making any sales. This bond must be increased accordingly as sales exceed $50,000. The bond must always equal or exceed the amount of money collected from consumers regardless of the amount. Unlike a bond for an existing facility, there is no maximum. A monthly affidavit, a quarterly CPA report and a quarterly Schedule of Outstanding Liabilities must be filed with the Division until the club opens. Also, for pre-opening sales the “Notice of Consumer Rights” must specifically include the following additional information:

  • The expected opening date
  • A description of the specific services and facilities that will be available upon opening.
  • A statement advising consumers that they may receive a full refund.
  • A statement advising consumers that they may cancel the contract if the facility is not open on the date in the agreement.
  • A statement advising consumers that they may cancel the contract and receive a full refund of all monies paid, within 3 days after opening, or after being advised of opening (whichever comes later), if the services and facilities are not substantially as described in the agreement.

*Note all businesses that conduct pre-sales must register as a bonded business (fee $1,200.00.)

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  • $1,200.00 for bonded businesses
  • $300.00 for bond-exempt businesses
  • $75.00 for pay-per-day businesses
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If you use our on-line registration you may pay with Mastercard or Visa ONLY. We do not take any other type of credit card. You may also pay separately from your registration application by mailing a check or money order payable to “Office of Attorney General.” Please do not send cash.​

If you need help while working on your registration online or you have other questions about your health club registration, please telephone us at 410-576-6350.​

We are sorry that this feature is currently unavailable. Your data will not be saved. We suggest you print your materials before exiting the program.  If however you misplace this information please contact us at 410-576-6350. Please do not start a duplicate file.

Please Note​

  • If you have previously entered information for your registration, but cannot access your information please telephone us at 410-576-6350. We will be happy to assist you. DO NOT re-enter information as a first time user.​
  • Some registrants have experienced issues with the online registration process.  If you are unable to complete the process, please print the renewal form.​
  • You may send the renewal by US Mail or email the form and appropriate attachments, with payment, to [email protected]​.
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