For LGBTQIA+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer, intersex, asexual, aromantic, non-binary and agender) people, sports and wellness spaces can come with different experiences. With this guide, we want to highlight studios and sports facilities that are actively working towards creating more inclusive spaces and helping more people feel comfortable and welcome in sports and wellness environments.
Here you will find both partners who have actively shared their initiatives with us, as well as studios that offer specific LGBTQIA+ or inclusive classes in their schedules. The listed classes are examples and may change over time. We recommend checking the current schedule before your visit.
Also discover our Safer Spaces Guides for the FLINTA* community, the LGBTQIA+ community in Munich, Hamburg, Cologne and across Germany, as well as our guides for BIPoC, people with physical or mental disabilities, and neurodivergent people.
Discover LGBTQIA+ Safer Spaces Partners in Berlin
Pole Flow Berlin
The pole dance community is known for being open towards different identities – and at Pole Flow Berlin, this attitude is a central part of the studio philosophy. Several team members are part of the LGBTQIA+ community and actively work to ensure that people of all gender identities, gender expressions and sexual orientations feel welcome. The studio uses inclusive language, respects names and pronouns, and offers workshops and events for the LGBTQIA+ community alongside regular classes. For greater flexibility, there is a FLINTA* changing room as well as a mixed changing room open to all genders.
HAR LOFT
HAR LOFT creates an inclusive and creative environment where people can express themselves freely. The team uses inclusive language, values respectful communication and supports beginners as well as people with different levels of experience. Community events that bring people together are currently being planned.
Impuls Massage
Especially in massage and bodywork, trust plays an important role. Impuls Massage understands itself as a Safer Space for the LGBTQIA+ community. The practice offers LGBTQIA+-inclusive massage and acupuncture treatments and creates a space where everyone can feel welcome through inclusive communication, respectful interactions and gender-neutral facilities.
Queer Yoga Berlin
As the name suggests, Queer Yoga Berlin focuses on practicing yoga together with Berlin’s LGBTQIA+ community. The classes are led by LGBTQIA+ coaches and create a space where everyone can feel welcome. There is also a class specifically for FLINTA+ people. Queer Yoga Berlin places great importance on a respectful and inclusive atmosphere. Coaches ask for consent before physical adjustments, use inclusive language and support participants regardless of experience level or physical abilities.
Queer Tango Class
Queer Tango Class explicitly offers tango lessons for the LGBTQIA+ community. As members of the community themselves, the team creates a space where traditional gender roles can be questioned and new ways of dancing can be explored. Gender-inclusive perspectives are integrated into the lessons from the beginning. Participants are asked for their pronouns and can freely choose which role they want to take while dancing, regardless of gender or identity. Tango is traditionally often associated with male leader and female follower roles – Queer Tango Class aims to break down these boundaries and experience tango as free communication between people.
Massage & Shiatsu – Impuls Praxis D. Platz
Massage & Shiatsu – Impuls Praxis D. Platz approaches body therapy with care and places each person as an individual at the center. Identity, personal experiences and social challenges are considered with respect. This allows diverse people to feel safely supported with their individual needs and concerns.
Healing Waves Massage
Healing Waves Massage creates a mindful and open space where people feel welcome regardless of gender, skin color or ethnic background. The studio places great importance on a respectful atmosphere and conscious interactions. For treatments involving close physical contact, consent and individual needs receive particular attention.
Ballett Centrum
At Ballett Centrum, the shared joy of dance is at the heart of everything. The studio creates an open atmosphere where people are welcome regardless of background, identity or experience and can feel part of the community. The team focuses on inclusive and respectful communication, asks for consent before physical corrections or touch, and supports different experience levels. Through clear expectations around respectful interaction, team awareness and community events, the studio creates a space where people can dance freely and continue developing.
Oiposho Studio Berlin
At Oiposho Studio Berlin, everyone is welcome – regardless of gender, background, sexual orientation or identity. The studio is led by a woman and creates an open environment where everyone can dance together. The team focuses on inclusive communication and respectful interactions.
TuesdayDance Session
TuesdayDance Session offers an open and specifically queer-friendly Dance Wave. The offering is shared intentionally within queer-friendly groups and creates a space where people can move and express themselves freely. Respectful communication and mindful interaction are at the center.
MASSAGE DREAM TIME
The owner of MASSAGE DREAM TIME is part of the LGBTQIA+ community himself and warmly welcomes everyone. The focus is on creating an appreciative and respectful atmosphere – a place where every person can be themselves and relax during a massage.
Berlin Movement Lab
Berlin Movement Lab represents diversity through its team and community. The studio focuses on creating a safe atmosphere where people feel welcome regardless of identity or experience. This includes inclusive communication, respectful interactions and inclusive facilities.
ling gui
ling gui – Schule für chinesische Bewegungskünste actively promotes diversity and inclusion and offers classes exclusively for FLINTA* and queer people. Through inclusive communication, gender-neutral bathrooms, sensitized staff and an appreciative community, the studio creates a space where people can move freely. At ling gui, the message is: “Come as you are and enjoy!” Participants can share how they would like to be addressed, and English communication is available when needed.
Tanzfabrik Berlin Kreuzberg
Tanzfabrik Berlin Kreuzberg is currently working on expanding its offerings for the LGBTQIA+ community. With the “Queer Ballet” class, the studio creates a space where queer people can dance together and explore movement.
playfight xberg
At playfight xberg, connection, movement and respectful interaction are at the center. The studio values an open atmosphere where people with different backgrounds can feel welcome.
Heilpraxis Koerper & Resonanz
Heilpraxis Koerper & Resonanz creates a protected space for bodywork, counseling and holistic support. The practice also welcomes queer people seeking mindful and supportive guidance. Inclusive communication, personal boundaries and respectful interaction are central values.
Holistic Massage Berlin
Holistic Massage Berlin offers holistic massages in a mindful and discrimination-free environment. The service explicitly welcomes LGBTQIA and FLINTAQ people and is guided by individual needs, boundaries and personal wellbeing.
Martin Balance
Martin Balance regularly offers workshops aimed at the LGBTQIA+ community and allies. LGBTQIA+ members are represented within the team, and respectful interaction is a key priority.
Fenriz Gym
Fenriz Gym works to increase visibility and empowerment in martial arts. In the past, the studio hosted an Empower Gala that gave FLINTA* people the opportunity to compete in martial arts without having to fit into traditional binary gender structures. Self-defense courses for FLINTA* people are also offered occasionally.
Olga Shiatsu
The focus of Olga Shiatsu’s practice is trauma-informed work. Through her work, she aims to create a space where everyone feels safe, respected and accepted. If you are seeking treatment specifically due to experiences of discrimination, you can contact her beforehand. Together, you can discuss whether she can provide the support you need or help you find a Shiatsu practitioner with specific experience relevant to your situation. This also applies to BIPoC, people with disabilities or neurodivergent people.
YogaRebel
Acceptance, tolerance and inclusion are central values at YogaRebel. The studio already has many LGBTQIA+ and BIPoC members and regularly hosts workshops.
Box-Kultur Berlin
Box-Kultur Berlin embraces inclusion and diversity. Alongside special women’s classes and self-defense offerings, the studio provides different formats for people with varying needs and creates an open training environment.
Bouldergarten
Bouldergarten supports visibility and participation of FLINTA* people in climbing. The studio previously sponsored the Felsheldinnen Festival – the first climbing and bouldering festival for FLINTA people in Germany.
Jivamukti Yoga School Peace Yoga Berlin
The owners of Jivamukti Yoga School Peace Yoga Berlin not only welcome everyone but are also part of the LGBTQIA+ community themselves. The studio has gender-neutral bathrooms, an additional gender-neutral changing room and actively uses gender-sensitive language in classes. The team also has experience working with LGBTQIA+ organizations.
Caressing Soul
At Caressing Soul, the motto “Freedom of Being” is at the center. Danilo advocates for equality and acceptance and is himself part of the LGBTQIA+ community. The massage practice aims to create a space where people are welcome regardless of identity.
KALAA Yoga Berlin
At KALAA Yoga, everyone is welcome – this openness is not only reflected in the studio atmosphere but is also actively practiced by the diverse team every day on the mat and within the team.
American Fitness
The fitness studio American Fitness has been known for years for its queer-friendly atmosphere. Both members and employees contribute to a culture of diversity and respect in everyday studio life. Inclusion is firmly rooted in the studio’s philosophy.
turnhalle – hightech sports
At turnhalle – hightech sports, respect and open communication are central values. The team welcomes everyone, and some team members are part of the LGBTQIA+ community themselves.
Tangotanzen macht schön
Tango is traditionally often viewed as a dance between a man and a woman. At Tangotanzen macht schön, tango is understood as active communication between people – independent of gender. Switching roles and partners is part of the teaching concept.
Tango Informal
Tango Informal also follows the idea that gender should not determine roles in partner dancing such as tango. Here, you can choose whether you want to lead or follow.
Studio29 – House of Performing Arts
At Studio29 – House of Performing Arts, everyone is welcome and encouraged to express themselves freely. Many members of the LGBTQIA+ community especially find a space in the High Heels classes to explore creativity, movement and confidence.
Contemporary Dance Classes with Yannis Mitsos
Yannis Mitsos’ dance practice focuses on the freedom to express oneself, and this is exactly what he wants to share with participants. He has taken part in several LGBTQIA+ events in Greece and Germany and has performed around queer cultural themes.
Jo Siska Tanzstudio
Teaching mutual respect and appreciation is an important part of classes at Jo Siska Tanzstudio. The studio offers inclusive bathrooms. LGBTQIA+ community members are represented within the team, which consistently focuses on respectful interactions and inclusive guidelines in classes.
Stadtbad & Hotel Oderberger
Stadtbad & Hotel Oderberger offers non-binary toilets and is generally open to all guests looking to relax in the sauna or go swimming. The team has received LGBTQIA+ inclusion and sensitivity training, and LGBTQIA+ community members are represented among staff. The venue has also signed the Diversity Charter and is a Travel Proud and Pink Pillow member.
Bunker Berlin
Bunker Berlin is an “old school gym” in Berlin. Visitors can expect an open and tolerant atmosphere, many LGBTQIA+ community members, queer magazines, and non-binary toilets and showers.
Yoga im Fincan with Sandro
Sometimes calm, sometimes more challenging, sometimes dynamic or relaxing – always with the goal of improving self-awareness, Yoga im Fincan with Sandro offers open yoga classes. The studio has gender-neutral toilets.
Dhyana Centre Berlin
The meditation classes at Dhyana Centre Berlin are part of the Friends to Mankind NGO Global Peace Effort, which promotes the principles of friendship with humanity and inspires people to make peace a way of life. Their goal is to encourage awareness of respect, interdependence and friendship while creating a sense of responsibility.
StandUpClub Berlin
StandUpClub Berlin has previously participated in CSD on the water, where everyone paddled together as a colorful rainbow fleet on the Spree with SUPs. Everyone is of course warmly welcome throughout the year.
Flow Motion Studio
At Flow Motion Studio, the team represents the LGBTQIA+ community. The studio offers inclusive bathrooms and implements LGBTQIA+-inclusive policies and practices. They also have experience working with LGBTQIA+ organizations and events. Everyone is warmly welcome at Flow Motion Studio and becomes part of an inclusive environment.
Movement Meditation with Tamara @Optionsraum
Movement Meditation with Tamara @Optionsraum is part of the Open Floor International organization. It offers a movement practice that strengthens community, honors inclusion and builds shared values. Try Movement Meditation here.
THE CENTER
THE CENTER is committed to diversity and equality and actively works to prevent discrimination based on gender, sexual orientation, background, religion or other personal characteristics. The studio has gender-neutral toilets and LGBTQIA+ community members are represented among the team.
Inferno Hot Pilates
Inferno Hot Pilates has gender-neutral restroom facilities to ensure that all customers feel comfortable and welcome. Creating an open and inclusive environment is a priority for Veronica Kalden.
Praxis für Verbesserung
Praxis für Verbesserung is a supportive partner offering Reiki, Shiatsu and Shintai Bodywork. They provide gender-neutral/inclusive toilets, have LGBTQIA+ team members and offer inclusion and sensitivity training. A safe space built on respect and knowledge of LGBTQIA+ health is central to their practice.
Berliner Pilates Deborah Degano
Berliner Pilates Deborah Degano values inclusion and offers inclusive restroom facilities. The team also has knowledge of LGBTQIA+ health and wellness topics. Everyone is welcome and respected at Berliner Pilates.
Remedy Studio
Remedy Studio offers yoga and Pilates and is proud to support the LGBTQIA+ community. The studio places great importance on inclusion, with representative team members, gender-neutral/inclusive toilets and LGBTQIA+-inclusive policies. A warm and welcoming environment awaits you for your yoga and Pilates practice.
Yoga Hub Berlin
Yoga Hub Berlin offers a warm and family-like atmosphere. The studio supports inclusion and represents the LGBTQIA+ community through its staff. With gender-neutral toilets and inclusive classes, they create a safe space for LGBTQIA+ members.
The Essential Kneads
The Essential Kneads focuses on inclusion through LGBTQIA+-inclusive policies and sensitivity training. The team has knowledge of LGBTQIA+ health and wellness topics. Appreciation for everyone is at the heart of their work.
Adrian Iselin – Partner Acro, Movement, Dance @ OR
Adrian Iselin – Partner Acro, Movement, Dance @ OR is inclusive and follows LGBTQIA+-inclusive policies, provides sensitivity training and offers gender-neutral toilets. The studio has experience collaborating with LGBTQIA+ organizations and events.
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