WE ARE OUT
The OUT Foundation’s mission is to remove the barriers that block LGBTQ+ individuals’ from access and participation in fitness, health, and wellness, ensuring their success.
We are dedicated to nurturing, empowering, and celebrating LGBTQ+ bodies and minds, guaranteeing our community thrives.
SWEAT WITH PURPOSE,
TRAIN WITH PRIDE
GET INVOLVED
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GET INVOLVED ☆
Strength isn’t gendered. Fitness isn’t binary. Belonging is the real goal.
OUT in the Open is a gender-inclusive, virtual fitness competition created to challenge the status quo of how competition shows up in fitness spaces. Here, athletes are not sorted, limited, or defined by gender. Instead, they are celebrated for their effort, skill, and commitment to movement.
This event is about more than workouts—it’s about visibility, belonging, and access. OUT in the Open invites athletes of all identities, bodies, and abilities to compete in a way that honors autonomy and affirms who they are. No forced categories. No compromising identity to participate. Just fitness, on your own terms.
This year, to show off and wear your support we have bold colors and different styles. Designed to help you stand for something bigger.
Inside OUT: 2026 Priorities & Plans
A virtual briefing with OUT’s leadership on the year ahead, including key priorities, upcoming initiatives, and opportunities for supporters to stay involved.
Looking for a gym?
The Inclusive Fitness Finder is an interactive map of LGBTQ+ friendly fitness spaces
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An inclusive gym is more than just a physical fitness space. It's a supportive, safe, and affirming environment where LGBTQ+ individuals can pursue their health and fitness goals without fear of discrimination or judgment.
Key characteristics of an inclusive gym include:
Diverse and Welcoming Environment
Staff Training
Visible Commitment to Inclusivity
Community Engagement and Support
Recognition and Certification
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Gyms and fitness spaces are evaluated based on their commitment to LGBTQ+ inclusivity, which includes staff training, inclusive policies, and a welcoming environment.
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In light of increasing anti-LGBTQ+ legislation and the mental health challenges faced by Queer youth, OUTAIM seeks to ensure that future generations, regardless of their identity, have access to welcoming and inclusive fitness environments.
OUR PROGRAMS
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![A woman with glasses and a tattoo on her thigh, wearing a red sports top that says 'PWR TOP,' is running on a treadmill at a gym, with other people exercising in the background.]()
Creating inclusive fitness environments for the LGBTQ+ community.
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![A group of people running on a sidewalk during daylight with a yellow pedestrian crossing sign and trees in the background.]()
Bringing together LGBTQ+ athletes and allies to sweat for a cause.
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![A woman with dreadlocks, wearing a red headband and a black T-shirt with a rainbow-colored heart design, is using a rowing machine in a gym.]()
Empowering LGBTQ+ young adults with fitness and wellness resources.
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![Side profile of an older man wearing a rainbow headband and a blue athletic tank top, standing in front of gym equipment, looking upward.]()
Removing barriers that block LGBTQ+ individuals from living authenticity.
(OUT)STANDING SUPPORT
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(OUT)STANDING SUPPORT ☆
Meet Our Partners
The OUT Foundation is happy to highlight partners that have contributed in support of our mission.
These contributions bolster us in supporting LGBTQIA+ athletes in our OUTAthlete program, providing heath services thought OUTHealth, fostering inclusive spaces through OUTAthletics, and provide tailored training & guidance thought OUTAIM.
