08/01/2019

Edinburgh Gym Is First In UK To Offer Free Gym Classes For Trans People

An Edinburgh gym is believed to be the first in the UK to hold free weekly fitness classes specifically aimed at transgender and non-binary people.

Project 42, a non-profit facility, introduced the sessions on Sunday 06 January. Organisers said they will provide a safe space for trans people to exercise in the Scottish capital.


The charity runs a variety of fitness sessions which focus on how to boost mental health, as well as physical strength.

Speaking to PinkNews, studio and activities senior manager at Projekt 42, Matt Whale, said: "We believe this is the first time a weekly exercise class for trans and non-binary folk that focuses on gender affirming exercises has been launched in the UK."



(JG/MH)

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