Personal Training / Gyms

Mar Keller / Q Grit Fitness – Virtual

Muscle Brunch – Providence, RI. Muscle Brunch aims to undo the harm the fitness industry has caused to women and queer individuals of all sizes and abilities. Strength and fitness should be accessible! Our goal is to support our community members in building strength and feeling good, offering an alternative perspective on health, beauty, and wellness.

Yoga

Roots Physical Therapy – Providence, RI

Often has a queer yoga class running, check the website for details!

At Roots, we have a supportive, relaxed, and therapeutic approach to yoga and movement. Our teachers bring experience and expertise both in yoga and in health and wellness. We are uniquely positioned to teach to students of all shapes, sizes, backgrounds, and health histories in a safe and enjoyable way. We approach our practice with curiosity and excitement.

Full Radiance Yoga – Providence, RI

Full Radiance Yoga Center celebrates the art and science of yoga and its potential to unfetter the human body, mind, and spirit. We are dedicated to the practices of yoga that assist each of us- regardless of race, gender, sexuality, country of origin, ability, or class – to rediscover the wisdom and joy of our heart. The yoga tradition boldly says that this is our birthright and our capacity as human beings.

Insight Sangha PVD – Providence, RI

Insight Sangha Providence is a 100% donation-based, welcoming and relaxed group of both new and experienced yogis who gather together to inspire and support a pragmatic and profound meditation practice. We are grounded in early Buddhist teachings (Theravada, “Way of the Elders”) and offer Dharma teachings and meditation guidance.

Sports & Other

Queer Hoops PVD

Weekly on Sundays from 3pm-5pm, Gano Park basketball courts in Providence

Every Sunday, from 3pm-5pm, we are gathering at the Gano Park basketball courts to hang out, shoot around, and play some games. All bball backgrounds welcome – you can join for social basketball time, shootaround, casual playing, and/or run some faster games as your queer heart desires!

Want to get involved? Follow us on instagram for updates!

Queers Who Climb

Weekly on Wednesdays 6pm-8pm, Central Rock Climbing Warwick

RI-based community climbing group for LGBTQ+ folks.

Queer Hikes

Assorted dates/times/locations

A fun, safe space for the LGBTQ+ community in southern New England to explore nature & make new friends. Come on out!

Frontrunners RI

Mondays & Thursdays at 6pm, plus other assorted dates/times

Frontrunners Rhode Island is a group of diverse, gregarious and health-conscious folks who also happen to be LGBTQ. A United States Chapter of International Frontrunners, we welcome LGBTQ runners and allies from all over the world. That’s the whole point of this website: to invite you to join us.

Providence Gay Flag Football League

Assorted dates/times/locations

Providence Gay Flag Football League, a registered 501(c)(3) charitable organization, serves the Rhode Island LGBTQIA+ community. Founded in 2018, the organization’s goal is to create a safe and inclusive environment where people, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity, can participate in a competitive and friendly team sport, develop a social support system, and build lifelong friendships. In addition to football, the league has partnered with other area non-profit organizations to donate time and resources to improve the lives of LGBTQIA+ people in Rhode Island.

We offer Open Division seasons in the spring and fall, and a Women’s+ season in the summer. We also send travel teams to compete in national tournaments including the annual Gay Bowl. The league is open to all skill levels, even if you have never played football or any sport, we welcome and encourage you to join us. We play with flags and try to minimize contact.

GALA Bowling League

Team & Monthly Open Bowling Nights

Our league has been created with the LGBTQIA+ community in mind, but we welcome all bowlers regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. All skill levels are encouraged to participate, play, and volunteer. We are committed to delivering a welcoming and inclusive environment with all league activities including bowling, and giving back to the community through education, outreach, volunteering, and community service activities.

Ocean State Pride Volleyball League

Pickup play on most Sunday mornings / Various tournament opportunities

The Ocean State Pride Volleyball League was established in 1998 to provide a welcoming, safe, and accepting environment to meet, socialize, and play volleyball with others in the Rhode Island LGBTQIA+ community. We warmly welcome our straight allies as well.

OSPVL runs an all-year recreational league, both indoor and outdoor, following USVBA rules.. The league is for individuals age 18 and over. This is an open league, which means we welcome all levels of play—from beginner to competitive. OSPVL also offers opportunities for skill building and connection with clinics provided by league members/coaches. Regular session play consists of creating randomized teams and playing each team at least once. This randomized selection of teams helps provide drop-in opportunities for those who have not pre-registered or are visiting from out of state. OSPVL also hosts tournaments and scrimmages to help foster fun and competitive play.

If you would like more information, visit the OSPVL website or email oceanstatepridevolleyball@gmail.com.