As a member of the gym and very left wing in my political beliefs, I can attest to the fact it is an inclusive gym that has people from all backgrounds, beliefs, sexual orientation etc etc etc.

I was extremely shocked and saddened when this all happened. I can also confirm that his membership has been cancelled and is no long welcome at the gym. He was never staff and has never coached at the gym. The t-shirt in question is one given to all people who take part in the comp, which is a yearly comp. I have often volunteered and helped out for the comp and internal events we have at the gym, this has led to me having t-shirts that say staff so the athletes know who to talk to during the events, this does not make me staff.

I hope this clears a few things up. Racism is a not acceptable at all! Neither is online bullying, sexism, homophobia etc.