Commitments and Contingencies (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Jun. 05, 2013	Aug. 29, 2011
NY Personal Trainers [Member]
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