Hey, I’m Mark, a 40+ fitness fanatic and founder of Workout with PRIDE. I am a fitness veteran with over 10+ years in the fitness industry. I started Workout with PRIDE after reading the book, The Velvet Rage, which covered topics such as mental well-being, depression and living an authentic lifestyle. At the same time, many of my lifelong friends were leaving London. I found meeting new friends difficult. Everyone seemed hooked on social media, which presented new issues for people craving a social connection. If I wanted a new friendship group, I’d have to make one myself. And so, Workout with PRIDE was born. My mission was simple, get people together, get them talking, teach them the fitness fundamentals and how to lift weights correctly without fear of being ridiculed and by doing so, help the queer community feel good in their bodies. Workout with PRIDE provides a safe, inclusive environment for queer people and allies who want to feel good in their bodies by celebrating all shapes, sizes, and strengths through the different stages of our lives. We host a post-workout social and have a calendar filled with events such as trips abroad, theatre, hikes, etc... These are extremely important as they help to further cement friendships which is what we are all about.

Hi, my name is Ty. I am a coach with Workout with PRIDE.
I’ve been into fitness from a very young age, from gymnastics to cheerleading. I’ve always had a flare for fitness and well-being. I first joined Workout with PRIDE as a member, which was daunting, but after the initial sessions, all that fear disappeared. The members were friendly, welcoming, and supportive. I loved the Workout with PRIDE values and the environment they created, so much so that I became a coach.
I’ve always believed that fitness is a valuable vehicle that drives body positivity, supports mental well-being, and brings communities together.

My name is Tom — but you can call me Tom, Tommy, or Thomas, whatever you prefer. I’ve been working in the fitness industry for over 10 years. I originally got into fitness to look and feel good, but over time it’s become just as important for my mental wellbeing as it is for physical health.
I started working with Mark and training with Work Out With Pride while I was at the YMCA. I loved everything about the classes and the sense of community, so I was really happy when I was asked to start teaching.