LA Fitness is all about the hard sell. You can't use a free trial without first being pushed into a contract by their vulture-like high pressure sales team. They usually require an "orientation" before letting you use the pass, which consists of you sitting through the pitch, and then being required to disclose your personal info so they can continue to solicit should you choose not to sign up. They truly try to bully you into an on-the-spot no contract reading sign up. And once signed up, they only allow you to cancel by mail.
After you've passed this first hurdle, expect to see them circling again soon after to sell you on PRO Results personal training. They market it as a complimentary training session to give you pointers to better your experience, take your body composition, and help you set your training goals. However, in reality, it's just another high pressure hour long sales pitch.
Honestly, their incredibly high pressure tactics are worse than any dealership I've ever been to. It's a decent gym, but it's hard to feel good about going there when you're shamelessly bullied into it. Thinking things over or taking your contract home to look over are just not options here. Be sure you've done your research and committed before you even walk in the door.