The D.C. city council approved its 2015 budget which includes a 5.75 percent tax on gyms, yoga studios and other fitness clubs. Although it doesn’t take effect until January 1, the tax has already caused backlash from gym managers and D.C. residents who feel that it could hurt businesses and discourage personal fitness.
D.C. tax on health clubs gets residents’ blood pumping
Many D.C. residents are reacting negatively to the new "Yoga Tax" that goes into effect on Jan. 1, 2015.