Petanque: BLAGSS

BLAGSS Badminton is a mixed-ability doubles club in Brighton. The group welcomes players of all skill levels (from experienced to those who haven’t played for years) and meets Tuesdays 7:30–9:30pm at Brighton Girls School . Typically about 16 players turn up each week, and players are constantly rotated to ensure fun matches for everyone .

BLAGSS Netball offers LGBTQ+ women and allies a friendly, non-competitive environment to play (or re-learn) netball . It aims to be welcoming to returning players (even those who haven’t played for years) and emphasizes not being intimidated by skills level . Currently there is no regular organizer, so interested players are invited to contact BLAGSS to help restart sessions.

OutdoorLads is a UK-wide LGBTQ+ adventure group focusing on outdoor activities . It organizes hikes, climbs, camping trips, cycling rides, kayaking, sailing, running and more across Brighton and the UK. Membership is open to gay, bisexual, trans and queer men (and their allies), and events range from easy outings to challenging expeditions, aiming to improve members’ wellbeing through nature .

BLAGSS Squash meets weekly on Tuesday evenings at Stanley Deason Leisure Centre (Brighton) . All BLAGSS members are welcome regardless of experience. The first session is free, and thereafter sessions cost £5.34 each , with payments managed via an app (Spond). The coordinator can be contacted to join for the first time via email.

BLAGSS Tenpin Bowling is a friendly, fortnightly bowling group in Brighton. The club meets every other Thursday at Hollywood Bowl, Brighton Marina (7:15pm arrival for 7:30 start) . Around 6–12 members play two games each session, with an emphasis on socializing afterwards (often sharing drinks at the alley) . Beginners are welcome and equipment is provided; the first session is free, then regular sessions are £13.86 for members .

Brighton LGBT Boxing Club is a queer boxing fitness group meeting weekly on Thursdays (8–9:30pm) at The Stables Gym (Brighton Racecourse) . They offer a free first session (then £5 per class) and no separate gym membership is needed for the class . The club welcomes a wide age range and ability levels; many members just train for fitness, and sparring is optional (available when coaches deem a member ready) .

BLAGSS Cycling organized group rides of various types (social, road, off-road) throughout the year for riders of all abilities . The programme aimed to cater both to leisure cyclists and those wanting longer, hillier rides. (As of now the cycling activity is inactive pending volunteers to lead new rides.)