Commitments and Contingencies (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended	12 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2014	Dec. 31, 2015	Jun. 05, 2013	Aug. 29, 2011
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]
Litigation Settlement, Amount	$ 123
NY Personal Trainers
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]
Litigation Settlement, Amount		$ 165
Action Styled White Plains Realty Vs Town Sports International [Member]
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]
Additional awards including interest and costs				$ 900
Damages awarded			$ 1,045