Traditional gay bars in Australia have been losing their appeal for LGBTQ+ individuals, often feeling intimidating and centered around alcohol-fueled nightlife rather than authentic connection. Many young people are turning to sports and fitness clubs as alternative community hubs. For instance, the Melbourne Frontrunners running club provides a welcoming environment for socializing and healthy activity. Other organizations offer various sports like basketball and yoga, fostering connections while ensuring a discrimination-free experience for participants, emphasizing the importance of both community and inclusivity in their activities.
Many LGBTQ+ Australians are finding community through sport instead of traditional gay bars, which can be intimidating and uninviting due to their focus on alcohol and nightlife.
The group has proved transformative. People at Frontrunners have quickly become my best friends. It's the best thing I've ever done, he says.
It's all about a healthy lifestyle and creating connections and friendships, says Malcolm Campbell, president of the Melbourne chapter.
Being able to play sport free of discrimination is the basic draw for others in addition to building connections.
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