Creep Caught Recording Women-Only Gym Through Window
An Australian gym with a female-only policy has responded after a man was spotted allegedly recording women entering and leaving the gym.
The Incident
A concerned attendee of the Ferndwood Fitness chain’s Browns Plains venue in Queensland recorded a young bloke outside the facility as he appeared to hold up his phone to the window. The woman, who wished to remain anonymous, said she’d only just started to feel comfortable working out thanks to the gym’s single-sex restriction, and became frustrated when that safe environment suddenly appeared to be violated on Wednesday.
The Video
Footage the woman recorded, and later shared to her TikTok account, appeared to show a man taking photos. He momentarily walks away, but when the doors open again, he turns back around.
Reactions and Response from the Gym
The woman said she was disappointed with what she had seen, a sentiment that was shared by some of the 1.6 million people who have viewed the clip. "The issue is that it’s a women-only gym, there are many veiled women and women who choose to dress modestly in there, who remove their veil and wear more comfortable workout clothes," the woman said. "This is all violated when a man comes and takes photos regardless of the reason."
A spokesperson from Fernwood Fitness said it’s mission was to "create a safe, supportive, and empowering space for women to focus on their health and well-being". "The recent incident outside our Browns Plains club, where a man was allegedly recording women entering and leaving the gym, is concerning and highlights why women-only spaces remain so important," the spokesperson told news.com.au. "We take the safety and comfort of our members seriously. Every woman deserves to work out without fear of intimidation or harassment, and we do not tolerate any behavior that threatens that environment. Fernwood Fitness remains committed to providing a secure and welcoming environment where women can train with confidence and peace of mind."
Social Media Reactions
Many social media users were outraged with what they had seen. "Men always ruin everything," one said. "Wow this is actually disgusting," another commented. "Actually like he’s at zoo or something," another added. One person said: "All women’s gyms should have big security guard bouncers just like at clubs." "When people ask why I still wear baggy clothes and a hijab at the ladies gym," another added.
Conclusion
The incident highlights the importance of women-only spaces and the need for women to feel safe and comfortable while working out. Fernwood Fitness remains committed to providing a secure and welcoming environment for its members.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Fernwood Fitness still open to new members?
Yes, Fernwood Fitness is still open to new members and is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all. - What measures is the gym taking to ensure member safety?
Fernwood Fitness takes the safety and comfort of its members seriously and is committed to providing a secure and welcoming environment. This includes having a zero-tolerance policy for any behavior that threatens that environment. - Can I still attend the gym if I’m a man?
Fernwood Fitness is a women-only gym, and as such, it is not open to men. The gym’s mission is to create a safe and empowering space for women to focus on their health and well-being.
