IGLA London 2023

LGBTQ+ Community Meditation
2023-07-02 12:00 - 13:00, 2023-06-25 12:00 - 13:00 (Europe/London) | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Blackfriars, London, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
We are delighted to partner with the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre to bring you this community meditation session.

The sessions will feature a variety of mindfulness, loving-kindness and wisdom meditations. There’ll also be sharing & connecting, poetry and more. Through this, we’ll cultivate a warm awareness of our own experience and go beyond the individual to explore how we can grow and flourish as a community. There’ll also be the option to socialise in the cafe area after.

No prior meditation experience is required. Also suitable for those who are trying to establish a regular practice within a supportive environment.

Sessions are free, with an optional donation towards establishing a permanent LGBTQ+ community centre.

Please ensure that you register before attending.

Pride in London
2023-07-01 12:00 - 20:00
Join thousands of people from all walks of life for the UK largest pride celebrating the LGBTQ+ community in all its diversity. The parade will kick off at 12pm from Portland Place and weave its way through central London, passing iconic landmarks such as Hyde Park and Piccadilly Circus, before ending at Trafalgar Square where there will be a main stage with live performances.
After the parade, continue the celebrations at the Pride in London Festival in Trafalgar Square. This free event will feature live music, dance performances, and speeches from inspiring LGBTQ+ activists and community leaders. There will also be food and drink vendors, community stalls, and a family area with activities for all ages.

The Closing Party @EartH
2023-06-30 20:30 - 2023-07-01 03:00 | EartH, 11-17 Stoke Newington Road, London, N16 8BH, United Kingdom
To celebrate the closing of The IGLA London 2023 Championships we would like to invite you to a fun evening of dancing at EartH in Hackney.
We have exclusive use of this iconic venue for the whole evening.
Doors open from 2030 on the 30th June 2023 and close around 0300 on the 1st July 2023.
As well as dancing, we are please to confirm a very special show from a special guest – more details to be announced.
These tickets are available to everyone, if you are a participant (someone who has paid for the IGLA registration fee) you are able to get a free ticket click here you will need a password to access this.
The tickets are non-refundable but we will do our best to re-sell your ticket to the waiting list.

Pre-pride sign painting workshop
2023-06-30 15:00 - 19:00 | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Blackfriars, London, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
Join us for a pre-Pride meetup at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre where we’ll be gathering together to make new connections and paint our best slogans for the big day. Wether it’s your first pride or your 51st everyone is welcome!

LGBTQ+ Morning Yoga @ London LGBTQ+ Community Centre
2023-06-30 11:00 - 12:00, 2023-06-29 11:00 - 12:00, 2023-06-24 11:00 - 12:00 | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Blackfriars, London, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
Join us for an hour of yoga at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre.

Yoga is held on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 11am – 12pm.

Please check eventbrite for any changes and ensure you have registered before attending. Yoga mats are provided but please bring your own if you wish.

Sessions are charged on a pay-what-you-can basis. All donations go towards supporting the ongoing work of the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre.
Please note that we are unable to refund donations.

About the facilitators:
Morning yoga is run by a rotating group of LGBTQ+ volunteers, all of whom are professionally qualified yoga instructors.

Women of IGLA Social
2023-06-29 19:00 - 23:00 | Hackney Bridge, Units 1-28, Echo Building, E Bay Ln,, London, E15 2SJ, United Kingdom
An evening mixer with casual drinks, conversation and connecting with others at the Women of IGLA social at Hackney Bridge.

Hackney Bridge is a canalside destination where creativity meets community. Our dynamic hub features and array of independent business, street food vendors, and cultural events that showcase the best of East London.

Hackney Bridge is a canalside destination where creativity meets community. Join us in the Lower Tier Gardens and socialise with your fellow competitors. Whether you are a long time member of the WoI group or these are your first championships; come along to say hello, enjoy great food from the street kitchen, and fingers crossed a fab sunset by the water.

Your ticket comes with a welcome drink on arrival.

You can find out more on what’s on offer at Hackney Bridge here: https://hackneybridge.org/

IGLA x Out for Sport Committee Training Series: Planning for the Future
2023-06-29 18:30 - 20:00 | London Aquatics Centre, United Kingdom
In partnership with Out For Sport, throughout the week of the championships, a series of training sessions and workshops will be delivered open to all IGLA and Out For Sport members.
Planning for the future
Delivered by our friends at Club Matters, by the end of this workshop, delegates will be able to:

Understand how to access further information to support business planning
Understand what constitutes a business plan, its value, function and who should be involved in the process
Begin developing a business plan using a simple framework

Describe how to structure an effective business plan to meet the needs of their club

All sessions are available to a maximum of 2 members per club.

IGLA Annual General Meeting
2023-06-29 12:00 - 14:00 | London Aquatics Centre, United Kingdom
Join the members of the IGLA board and fellow members for the IGLA Annual General Meeting.
Being held in the Officials Briefing Room at the London Aquatics Centre; The meeting will review the activity the Branch has made over the last year, allow for members to hear directly from the IGLA board, and address any other business arising.
The meeting is open to IGLA members only.

IGLA x Out for Sport Committee Training Series: Barriers to participation for underrepresented groups in sport
2023-06-28 18:30 - 20:30 | London Aquatics Centre, United Kingdom
In partnership with Out For Sport, throughout the week of the championships, a series of training sessions and workshops will be delivered open to all IGLA and Out For Sport members.
Barriers to participation for underrepresented groups in sport.
This session is delivered by Omie Dale, a swimming instructor and outdoor swim coach, who works towards improving access to swimming and bettering participation rates amongst underrepresented groups in the sport. This began with her project ‘If 71% of the world is water, how do we feel at home if we don’t know how to swim?’ looking at people of colour’s relationship with water and offering free swimming lessons whilst documenting their stories. She is now the director of Swimunity, a Community Interest Company that offers free swimming lessons for women and children in London. She has also worked for organisations such as Pride in Water, Out to Swim, Mental Health Swims, Nike London and Speedo exploring the issues faced by certain demographics when learning to swim and how they can be improved.
All sessions are available to a maximum of 2 members per club.

IGLA x Out for Sport Committee Training Series: Volunteer Experience and Development
2023-06-28 18:30 - 20:30 | London Aquatics Centre, United Kingdom
In partnership with Out For Sport, throughout the week of the championships, a series of training sessions and workshops will be delivered open to all IGLA and Out For Sport members.
Volunteer Experience and Development
Deliver by our friends at Club Matters, by the end of this workshop, delegates will be able to:

Develop a positive culture of volunteering within a club/organisation environment
Identify how to develop the volunteer’s experience
Identify top tips in recruiting, retaining and rewarding volunteers
Develop an action plan to improve their club volunteer experience
Understand how to access further information to help improve the volunteer experience

All sessions are available to a maximum of 2 members per club.

Vintage Drinks
2023-06-28 18:00 - 20:00 | Outppost, Building S5, Unit 5, IQL,, London, E20 1HZ
Out To Swim London Swimming would like to invite all of our vintage swimmers to a cocktail evening at Outppost Bar in Stratford.
The event will start from 1800 hours until around 2000 hours.
This event is open to all but predominately aimed at our competitors who are over the age of 50+ to come together.
The bar does food, but we recommend eating before the event just in case the venue is busy.
There is a paid bar – cards are accepted. There is also a happy hour from 5pm to 7pm on Monday to Fridays.
This event is free to attend, donations towards IGLA’s work are welcomed.

BBQ at Millwall Docks
2023-06-28 14:30 - 17:00 | Docklands Sailing and Watersports Centre, 235A Westferry Road, London, E14 3QS, United Kingdom
To celebrate the open water at the London IGLA 2023 Championships OTS London Swimming would like to invite you to a afternoon BBQ at the open water venue.
The open water event will be running from 9am till around 2pm and then we invite everyone to come and join us for a BBQ at the docklands.
Address: 235A Westferry Rd, London E14 3QS
Doors open from 1430.
There will be an open bar also.
This event is open to all competitors and their plus 1’s.
Please find the menu.

BBQ
¼ Pound Grilled Beef Burger
¼ Pound Vegetarian Burger
Grilled Sausage
Chicken thigh
Zesty Grilled Calamari
Macaroni and Cheese
Mediterranean Tomato Pasta Salad
Seasonal Green Salad
Potato Salad with Spring Onion in Mayonnaise
Seasonal Fruit Platter
Burger Buns
Sauces and Condiments

LGBTQ+ Morning Yoga
2023-06-28 09:00 - 10:00, 2023-06-27 09:00 - 10:00, 2023-06-26 09:00 - 10:00 | Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, United Kingdom
Join us for morning yoga in the beautiful Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.
Outdoor yoga will be held on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 9am – 10pm.

Meet under the canopy of the London Aquatics Centre and walk over for an hour of outdoor yoga facilitated by qualified yoga instructors. Please bring your own yoga mat.

Sessions are charged on a pay-what-you-can basis. All donations go towards supporting the delivery of IGLA London 2023.
Please note that we are unable to refund donations.

You can also join us for morning yoga at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre Thursday – Saturday here.
About the facilitators:
Morning yoga is run by a rotating group of LGBTQ+ volunteers, all of whom are professionally qualified yoga instructors.

The Royal Box: A Night of Drag at the Royal Vauxhall Tavern
2023-06-27 19:30 - 2023-06-28 00:00 | Royal Vauxhall Tavern, 372 Kennington Lane, London, SE11 5HY, United Kingdom
Out to Swim London Swimming would like to invite you to an evening of British Drag at the infamous Royal Vauxhall Tavern.
We have exclusive use of this iconic LGBTQ+ venue for the whole evening.
As well as dancing, we are please to confirm a very special British Drag Icon Miss Lola Lasagne.
The venue has a limited capacity so be sure to buy your tickets asap.
The tickets are non-refundable but we will do our best to re-sell your ticket to the waiting list.

Party starts from 1930 hours.
Miss Lola Lasagne starts from 2100 hours.
Dancing from 2200.

Dress code – there is no dresscode however to celebrate the rich history of the RVT we encourage coming dressed a one of its famous past visitors! There will be a prize for the best dressed! Give the RVT a quick Google!

IGLA x Out for Sport Committee Training Series: Trans inclusion in grassroot sport
2023-06-27 18:30 - 20:30 | London Aquatics Centre, United Kingdom
In partnership with Out For Sport, throughout the week of the championships, a series of training sessions and workshops will be delivered open to all IGLA and Out For Sport members.
Sport, Physical Activity and Trans People: The Basics
Deliver by our friends at Gendered Intelligence; this session introduces the key ideas and information people need to know about trans inclusion within grassroots sport and physical activity settings.
The session will:

Explain what ‘trans’ means and describe the diversity of those who might use the term

Introduce key concepts crucial to understanding trans people

List the main legislation relating to trans identities

Outline trans inclusive practice in grassroots sport and physical activities

Provide links to further resources and help

All sessions are available to a maximum of 2 members per club.

IGLA Talks Series: History Of Out To Swim & Early Days Of Gay and Lesbian Sports
2023-06-27 18:00 - 22:30 | Queer Britain, 2 Granary Square, London, N1C 4BH, United Kingdom
Join us for an engaging evening at Queer Britain as we celebrate 30 years of Out To Swim, the UK’s largest LGBTQ+ aquatics club.
During the event, we will hear from the founding and long-time members of Out To Swim, who will share their stories and experiences, and shed light on the club’s history and journey. You’ll get the chance to explore the roots of the club’s inception, the LGBTQ+ sports movement, and gain insights into its impact on the LGBTQ+ community.
The event will conclude with a drinks reception, providing an opportunity to mingle and network while enjoying exclusive access to Queer Britain’s collection at the UK’s first dedicated LGBTQ+ museum.
Whether you are a member of the LGBTQ+ community, an ally, or simply interested in the history of the sports movement, this event is a must-attend. Don’t miss the chance to celebrate Out To Swim’s 30 years of inclusivity and the impact it has had on the LGBTQ+ community.

One Night in Heaven hosted by London Orca
2023-06-26 20:00 - 2023-06-27 02:00 | Heaven, 9, The Arches, Villiers Street, London, WC2N 6NG
London Orca presents “One Night in Heaven” at the iconic Heaven Nightclub in London on Monday, June 26th 2023.
This event promises to be a night of pure indulgence and extravagant entertainment, featuring top-notch DJs, live performances, and a stunning light show.
The lineup will be spinning the hottest tracks of the moment, as well as some old-school classics that will take you back to the golden era of dance music.
The venue, Heaven Nightclub, is one of London’s most iconic queer nightclubs and has been home to some of the most legendary parties in the city. With its state-of-the-art sound system and lighting, it provides the perfect backdrop for a night of pure hedonism.
So come and experience “One Night in Heaven” with London Orca on Monday, June 26th, and dance the night away to the best beats in town.
Tickets are available now, but hurry, they won’t last long!

IGLA Talks Series: Equality and Inclusion in Aquatics - What Does That Mean By Today's Standards?
2023-06-26 18:00 - 22:00 | TBC, United Kingdom
“Equality and inclusion was cardinally important at the beginning of OTS – what does equality & inclusion mean in today’s OTS, Swimming and wider Sports”.
Join us for an open discussion on what inclusion means in sports today.
As Out To Swim celebrates 30 years of inclusive sports, we reflect on the ambitions of its inception and what it means to provide an inclusive environment for all involved in aquatic sports for the future.
From its inception, Out To Swim’s founder and early members recognized the importance of being inclusive of women, HIV swimmers, and individuals with different objectives and abilities. Many of these objectives continue to be issues that come back to discussion repeatedly. At the same time, more identities and new questions have arisen: BAME, trans, non-binary, older swimmers inclusion – and questions penetrate the wider swimming community, LGBT+ sports and sports in general.
Join us long term Out To Swim members, together with representatives within the sports sector, to explore what those values of equality and inclusion, which were so important at the outset of Out To Swim, mean in today’s world.

Super Sunday Social
2023-06-25 16:00 - 20:00 | Barge East Gardens & Terrace, United Kingdom
What better way to see out the first day of the championships than a late afternoon social at Barge East.
Barge East is a unique bar & restaurant on a 118 year old Dutch barge on the canal in Hackney Wick, offering stunning river views of London’s incredible skyline and the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.
Join us in the canal-side gardens, one of the largest outdoor dining and drinking spaces in London, bath in the sun in Summer with frozen cocktails, chilled drinks, and mouth-watering street food.
With an area booked out for IGLA, you can socialise with your fellow competitors; enjoying some of the best venues London in summer has to offer.

IGLA Summertime Opening Party
2023-06-24 19:00 - 23:00 | Metropolis, E2 9NN
IGLA’s opening event welcomes you to METROPOLIS Beach and Rooftop in
Start the championships right by meeting fellow athletes from clubs across the globe.
Your ticket will give you:

Access to exclusive space (until 2300)
Welcome drink on arrival

Join us to enjoy summertime London and start off your championships right!
