LGBTQIA+ fitness to get strong, have fun, and co-regulate

Brinny Does Queer Strength Club is officially in Macclesfield!

Queer Strength Club (QSC) is an LGBTQIA+ fitness community created by coach Brinny, offering inclusive strength training spaces rooted in joy, regulation, accessibility, and connection.

After running QSC in Brighton since 2024 we're excited to be in launching this session in Macclesfield to bring LGBTQIA+ people together to move, connect, and build confidence.

This space is exclusively for our queer community!

Whether you're completely new to the gym or already have experience with strength training, this class is beginner-friendly and designed to meet you where you're at. You'll be coached and supported throughout the session, with every movement demonstrated and adapted to suit different bodies, abilities, and experience levels.

This is your space to get stronger, have fun, and feel good in your body - without the "gym bro" energy or diet-culture pressure. There's none of that here.

Queer Strength Club is different

We focus on regulation over reps. The goal is to help you build sustainable strength and mobility in a way that feels joyful not a chore. We’re here to reclaim the gym as a place where we belong, building confidence in our bodies while finding connection with each other.

Class Structure

I use the same warm-up and cool-down every single class to create a sense of predictability and comfort for your nervous system.

Here's an idea of how the session will run:

5-10 mins: arrival / paperwork

5-10 mins: welcome & warm-up.

25-30 mins: Main Strength Circuit (using body weight and equipment).

5-10 min: cool-down and wrap up.

What to expect in the session:

All movements are demonstrated with multiple adaptations given.

Full autonomy: Rest and adapt whenever you need, for as long as you need.

Integrated mindfulness to help with body awareness and energy management.

High energy and music that's uplifting, motivating and silly.

Venue & Accessibility

This is a Queer Strength Club session hosted within a CrossFit gym environment.

It is not a CrossFit class.

CrossFit MaxOn have been running Lift with Pride - a series of LGBTQIA+ fitness sessions with a very similar mission, so this venue felt like a natural fit.

The session will prioritise accessibility, nervous system awareness, adaptability, community and inclusion.

Intensity can always be dialled up or down depending on individual needs.

Access: The gym is on the ground floor.

Facilities: Gender-neutral accessible toilets are available on-site.

Environment: The gym will be lit mainly with sunlight from the windows but we try to keep the light as low as possible. There will be loud music.

Sensory Support: You are very welcome to bring earplugs, fidget toys, or tinted eyewear. And you can step out of class whenever you need to, safely.

Parking: There is free parking available.

Getting There

CrossFit Maxon is easily accessible by car, taxi, and public transport.

🚆 Macclesfield Train Station is around a 10–15 minute taxi ride from the gym.

🚌 Local bus services also run nearby, and we recommend checking Google Maps for the most up-to-date route options.

🚗 Free parking is available on-site.

⏰ Please arrive 10 minutes before the session starts so there's plenty of time to get checked in, meet the group, and settle in before we begin.

Essential Info

Health Form: All attendees must complete this form before class (https://tinyurl.com/brinny-does-health-par-q-form).

Age: 17+

What to wear: Anything you feel comfortable moving in and supportive shoes.

What to bring: A water bottle and anything you need for your comfort.

Refunds: Cancellations must be made 48 hours before class for a full refund. After this, tickets are non-refundable but can be "paid forward" to a friend within the LGBTQIA+ community*.

*Please note that if you are passing on a ticket to someone else, they must complete this form before class (https://tinyurl.com/brinny-does-health-par-q-form), and you must let Brinny in advance.

About Your Coach: Brinny (They/Them)

As a neurodivergent and non-binary coach, I pride myself on creating judgment-free, accessible spaces. I’m here to help you find joy in movement and build a relationship with exercise that actually works for your brain and body.

Questions or specific access needs? Email me at info@brinnydoes.com at least one week before the session.

Follow us on Instagram:

@brinnydoes (https://www.instagram.com/brinnydoes/)

@queerstrengthclub (https://www.instagram.com/queerstrengthclub/)

Brinny (also) Does:

QSC Online: A follow along programme strength programme for you to do at home or in the gym to build strength over time.

1:1 Coaching: Apply for personalised online coaching.

All Links are here (https://linktr.ee/brinnydoes)

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