A transgender individual has alleged discrimination after being denied membership at Fernwood Fitness, a women-only gym franchise in Australia. The person shared a text message from a staff member on Reddit, which stated that company policy excludes transgender women, offering membership only to 'biologically born females who identify as female.'
The rejected gymgoer, who was attempting to join a location in Victoria, expressed surprise at the refusal, questioning whether it violated Victorian discrimination law. The post on the subreddit 'transgenderau' prompted responses from users who argued the policy breaches Australian anti-discrimination laws.
Some commenters encouraged legal action, citing the case of Tickle v Giggle, where transgender woman Roxanne Tickle successfully sued the women-only social media app Giggle. That case is currently under appeal. Daily Mail Australia has contacted both the individual and Fernwood Fitness for comment.
