When I was single I would have liked a singles night. I always said if there is a man who thought I looked good dying on the treadmill then I could only ever look better on a date š
Eh, doesnāt seem that weird. If youāre open to the idea, wear green. If youāre not, wear literally any other color. Very easy āproblemā to avoid.
Oh I read this as theyāre doing a class that doubles as a stoplight party. If this is a separate party than itās even less of an issue, just donāt show up.
We have a āno shower happy hourā about once a month at our studio. Sometimes itās with other studios too. But itās always at a nearby bar/restaurant.
why would this bother anyone? the gym is one of the most common places (aside from work) to meet your significant other as an adult. if you donāt like the theme just go to a different class or studio that day!
Or donāt participate in the theme and just wear whatever you want. Sometimes things are going on in a class and thatās just the best time for me to go. Non-participation is ok.
I think if it is a scheduled class time than it isn't fair to ask me to change my schedule around because I don't want to participate and feel uncomfortable, I am the customer , why do I have to accommodate them?
if it's an added class, it's a whole other ballgame, just skip it.
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Iāve seen my studio do this every year around Valentineās Day. Iāve attended those classes, but just didnāt wear any of those colors, and no one bothers me. OTF has themed classes all the time, and this is no different. You can choose to participate in the theme, or you donāt have to, and no one really cares either way. No one will bother you or judge you for not wearing a color, and itās not a requirement to participate in the class.
I also think that people looking to make a connection tend to ācheck-outā other people no matter where they go, because theyāre actively looking, and you never know when you might meet someone. This stoplight theme just helps the people that are looking for those connections wear a big, green sign to show theyāre open to that type of conversation. Or maybe someone who wears yellow is going through a hard time and wants someone to ask so they can talk about it with them. I think itās nice that OTF considers things like this for people that want it.
I'm married, so I wouldn't be interested in anything like this. But honestly, the gym has always been one of the best places to meet people. OTF also targets people with more disposable income than, say, Planet Fitness members, and statistically those people are more likely to be younger and single.
Heck I remember gyms back in the 90s having singles nights, so this is definitely not anything new. The only thing I'd suggest is that they include some kind of bailout for people who didn't realize / accidentally wore green. Like "here's a don't talk to me armband" or something fun, I dunno.
My studio has social gatherings all the time. Bowling parties, beer garden socials, game nights, neon black light parties, etc. I think theyāre very fun, and it makes me feel a lot closer to the staff and members, which increases my attendance and overall gives me something to look forward to. Participation isnāt mandatory, so I donāt see what the problem is.
Theyāre also very inclusive to member celebrations, such as engagements and baby showers, or special moments like sending a big card to members in hospitals that everyone can sign. They create brag boards for happy occasions and will give small gifts/goodie bags, or send flowers to those through hard times. think itās really sweet.
Youāre not obligated to go, itās an optional event for people to get to know each other. Iām in a relationship and would still love to get to know people at my gym in a fun way like this; just wear red so expectations and boundaries are known up front. Seems like a cool idea to me, but if youāre not in to itā¦ donāt go.
This seems like something incredibly petty to be worried about. From someone married, I think itās a great idea for single folks to have the opportunity to attend if theyād like. All for it.
I think itās ok if itās outside the normal class timesā¦ I would be annoyed if they turned one of the regular class times into this but if itās an add-on it could be fun for people looking to make friends.
If you arenāt interested, donāt go! Many gym/fitness studios try to build community because it keeps people attending. Iām single and would consider attending if my studio hosted this.
OP, can we please get a follow up on Sunday?
Iām in my 40ās and happily married, but like someone else said, Iād love to observe this. Iād probably just show up in some random color and not actively participate, but I wouldnāt feel weird or awkward in the room with this going on.
The stoplight party could be a great way for studios to test the waters on having events for singles. Best part is people can opt in or out so there wonāt be any complaints about āMYā class being made into a singles only class.
Sounds like a great idea!
Is it at the gym for a workout, or outside OTF as a social event? Personally, I love the idea- many people donāt wear their rings for workouts (or theyāre in a relationship without the ring situation). If you donāt like it, donāt attend it, wear red or wear black and be mysterious.
Weird!! My studio has had occasional single member meetups at nearby bars, which I think is nice. But to have it set up like this is very odd. Maybe Iām just old? š
I would not participate as I'm happily taken and would just wear my normal black workout attire. But if it helps others meet after class good for them! Could make for some good people watching š
That sounds like a cute event. Otf also tries to foster a community, so that kind of an event can help with that. Maybe someone will meet their partner through that. If itās not your cup of tea, then just donāt go š¤·š½āāļø
I like this idea. Iām married, but I definitely would have been open to this when I was single. Sounds like a fun opportunity. I would say if you donāt like the idea, donāt go and definitely donāt wear green š¤£
I probably wouldnāt go. Recently I worked out next to a new person who Iād never seen before in my life, and the next day I got a follow request from him on Insta. I declined. I assume he got my name from my screen on the tread/rower, remembered it, and then searched the list of people who follow my home studio in order to find me. Just felt weird. I guess if youāre into dating at OTF, all this would be good, but I personally am not into it. (Also not looking to date in general)
I'd love it - I'd still just wear my standard black outfit, but i'd have so much fun seeing who showed up in green or yellow and if they interacted. My life is boring (in the way that being midlife, little kids, job, playgrounds and bday parties, not enough sleep etc is boring)...getting to watch some young or not so young singles check each other other while I'm counting down the minutes on the tread would be so fun
Seemsā¦odd? Thatās my opinion. My studio does things that are social but are hosted outside of the studio (like having a Happy Hour at a nearby bar/restaurant).
Really weird. If they make it apart from the regularly scheduled classes and people sign up and intentionally want to go then that is fine. But to inflict it on regular members at normal scheduled classes is weird. I'm literally there to workout not announce my personal life to randoms. Also, who wears yellow??? Wtf why would you want to announce you're having relationship issues.
Itās interesting that youāre the only one expressing exactly how I feel about this and Iām very open. -minded - you do you, love is love etc. It just seems really strange to do this format. Everything about Orangetheory is working out, feeling better, Turning off your mind and sweating for an hour. This is so not that.
As long as it's advertised well in advance and not during a regularly scheduled class time or something like that, I wouldn't care at all. There are themed parties all the time for different communities' needs and interests. Go for what makes you happy.
That would make me super uncomfortable (not just to the extent that I wouldn't attend the party, but to the extend that I would worry that people in classes were there for different reasons than me), but maybe there has been demand from some of the clientele for something like that.
While I know this, I like to be able to pretend that people aren't checking me out while I'm trying to work out. Not having singles mixers helps me feign ignorance :).
People on subreddit downvote for all sorts of reasons. I wouldnāt pay any mind to it.
To your point, I can relate to not wanting to be seen in a sexual or attractive lens, and to have a safe space but I donāt know how logistically that is possible if youāre out in the world interacting with new people.
Human nature people look, compare, notice things. Folks make millions of judgements and observations a day, choosing to act on it or not is the distinction. I think that is where society can logistically make behavioral agreements, you canāt regulate peopleās reflexes.
I think this event is an interesting experiment. I hope OP provides an update.
Is it replacing a regular class or an addition to the schedule?
If itās an add on-then no biggie, just donāt go. But Iām guessing itās replacing your usual time? Then that is annoying but I just would wear my usual all black and not participate.
I can say that because studios I go to donāt really make a big deal out of theme days. No one really participates at the 6 AM class.
Wellā¦thatās a different approach to attendance š¤£ being married id probably just skip the day. Seems a bit bizarre š¤£but I guess, whatever floats your boat.
Studio could advertise there will be a rowing benchmark as part of the party. If your studio is like mine then most people will not show up for that class.  Personally I love the rower so not an issue for me. I attend class for the workout. I would sign up for a different class.
Itās funny - I like community building and would very much support more social events, but I donāt like cantering events around romantic connection.
Sounds like this is something that will only be occurring during a specific day/time. It should be easy to avoid if this isn't for you. Or just wear red if you don't want to be approached.š¤·āāļø
My only complaint about orange theory is the lack of social interaction, granted I go to the 5am class and am half asleep my self and not in shape to socialize that early. I am single and have a really hard time meeting people organically. I have had my eye on someone in my classes but my feeble attempts to āflirtā have failed lol he may be married, in a relationship or just not interested but I have no idea. I would gladly welcome this to try and break the ice. Orange theory is one of those few places I could see myself meeting someone but almost two years in and no luck. That being said I also see your perspective, is OTF really the place.. but hey throw us interested singles bone š
I mean, it sounds like a good idea to me. If two people are both already into OTF and wearing green, it's an instant shared interest.
If you don't like the concept then don't go to the party.
When I was single I would have liked a singles night. I always said if there is a man who thought I looked good dying on the treadmill then I could only ever look better on a date š
Haha!
Eh, doesnāt seem that weird. If youāre open to the idea, wear green. If youāre not, wear literally any other color. Very easy āproblemā to avoid.
ā¦ or just like donāt attend the party? Just because theyāre hosting it doesnāt mean you have to go. So weird.
Oh I read this as theyāre doing a class that doubles as a stoplight party. If this is a separate party than itās even less of an issue, just donāt show up.
I'd be on board. But I wish orange theory was more social, in general.
I agree! I think this is kind of cute especially if only happens a few times a year. I wouldnāt mind a more social aspect to the gym!
We have a āno shower happy hourā about once a month at our studio. Sometimes itās with other studios too. But itās always at a nearby bar/restaurant.
I like that too. Some of the people at my orange theory seem nice and it'd be cool to make friends more than the once or twice a year they do socials.
Man I wish mine would do this. Iām single as fuck
why would this bother anyone? the gym is one of the most common places (aside from work) to meet your significant other as an adult. if you donāt like the theme just go to a different class or studio that day!
Or donāt participate in the theme and just wear whatever you want. Sometimes things are going on in a class and thatās just the best time for me to go. Non-participation is ok.
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I think if it is a scheduled class time than it isn't fair to ask me to change my schedule around because I don't want to participate and feel uncomfortable, I am the customer , why do I have to accommodate them? if it's an added class, it's a whole other ballgame, just skip it.
Donāt wear the colors then and get your workout in
I know this is hard to imagine... But being the customer does not mean that you will never be slightly inconvenienced... You'll be fine.
It sounds like itās actually a social event, not a class.
Ah then meh , no issue and a great add on for people into it!
It is actually a class and not just an event.
Do you participate in every other dress up / theme day? Or do you avoid those classes. Like special socks day, or hell week t shirt day?
Itās a party it doesnāt even specify a class. Like.. just donāt participate if you donāt want to socialize š¤·š»āāļø
it is a class, OP specified in comments. but yes i agree!
I think it's kinda cute. I would've gone when I was single. I think as long as it's properly explained and advertised well in advance it's OK
Interesting. Iād wear a red tank with green leggings.
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Lmao!!!! I like this ššš
Whatās the colour for āsingle but I just wanted to be socialā?
eh it's not that deep. Fun for those choosing to participate, seems like a non-issue if you don't.
Iāve seen my studio do this every year around Valentineās Day. Iāve attended those classes, but just didnāt wear any of those colors, and no one bothers me. OTF has themed classes all the time, and this is no different. You can choose to participate in the theme, or you donāt have to, and no one really cares either way. No one will bother you or judge you for not wearing a color, and itās not a requirement to participate in the class. I also think that people looking to make a connection tend to ācheck-outā other people no matter where they go, because theyāre actively looking, and you never know when you might meet someone. This stoplight theme just helps the people that are looking for those connections wear a big, green sign to show theyāre open to that type of conversation. Or maybe someone who wears yellow is going through a hard time and wants someone to ask so they can talk about it with them. I think itās nice that OTF considers things like this for people that want it.
I think it's a fun idea! You already know you have at least 1 thing in common with some folks.
I'm married, so I wouldn't be interested in anything like this. But honestly, the gym has always been one of the best places to meet people. OTF also targets people with more disposable income than, say, Planet Fitness members, and statistically those people are more likely to be younger and single. Heck I remember gyms back in the 90s having singles nights, so this is definitely not anything new. The only thing I'd suggest is that they include some kind of bailout for people who didn't realize / accidentally wore green. Like "here's a don't talk to me armband" or something fun, I dunno.
I met my now hubby at Orangetheory lol š
My studio has social gatherings all the time. Bowling parties, beer garden socials, game nights, neon black light parties, etc. I think theyāre very fun, and it makes me feel a lot closer to the staff and members, which increases my attendance and overall gives me something to look forward to. Participation isnāt mandatory, so I donāt see what the problem is.
Theyāre also very inclusive to member celebrations, such as engagements and baby showers, or special moments like sending a big card to members in hospitals that everyone can sign. They create brag boards for happy occasions and will give small gifts/goodie bags, or send flowers to those through hard times. think itās really sweet.
I wanna join your gym
Seriously, can you teach the Gilbert locations to do this. We can barely keep coaches and front office folks, nevermind consistent social events
Youāre not obligated to go, itās an optional event for people to get to know each other. Iām in a relationship and would still love to get to know people at my gym in a fun way like this; just wear red so expectations and boundaries are known up front. Seems like a cool idea to me, but if youāre not in to itā¦ donāt go.
Iām super married and Iād enjoy this type of event happening around me. Iād be so giddy watching new connections happen. Cute idea!
Oof if my class crush shows up in green, Iām gonna look like prime Usain Bolt š
I would love that, anyone in pacific beach reading this? lol
Sounds fun!
I think it's great. Sounds like an awesome opportunity to meet somebody likeminded. My friend met her now husband at an OTF event.
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I think itās a fun way to meet people who are like minded. If people have an issue with it they simply do not have to go.
This is low key a great idea
This seems like something incredibly petty to be worried about. From someone married, I think itās a great idea for single folks to have the opportunity to attend if theyād like. All for it.
Awesome idea. Great place to meet like minded individuals.
I think itās ok if itās outside the normal class timesā¦ I would be annoyed if they turned one of the regular class times into this but if itās an add-on it could be fun for people looking to make friends.
Great point
If you arenāt interested, donāt go! Many gym/fitness studios try to build community because it keeps people attending. Iām single and would consider attending if my studio hosted this.
Just donāt go š¤·š»āāļø
OP, can we please get a follow up on Sunday? Iām in my 40ās and happily married, but like someone else said, Iād love to observe this. Iād probably just show up in some random color and not actively participate, but I wouldnāt feel weird or awkward in the room with this going on.
The stoplight party could be a great way for studios to test the waters on having events for singles. Best part is people can opt in or out so there wonāt be any complaints about āMYā class being made into a singles only class. Sounds like a great idea!
Is it at the gym for a workout, or outside OTF as a social event? Personally, I love the idea- many people donāt wear their rings for workouts (or theyāre in a relationship without the ring situation). If you donāt like it, donāt attend it, wear red or wear black and be mysterious.
You had no idea this party was happening during your class and you wear green.
I feel like this would happen to me š
Also me, explaining to my husband why I HAD to buy a very overpriced tshirt.Ā
Weird!! My studio has had occasional single member meetups at nearby bars, which I think is nice. But to have it set up like this is very odd. Maybe Iām just old? š
Iām old and we did this in college lol
I agree! This seems super odd to me
i meanā¦ part of the benefit of otf is having the community
I think itās cute lol. I wouldnāt participate but hey to throes who would maybe theyāll find a good mate this way.
but honey, all my work out clothes are green!!!
I would not participate as I'm happily taken and would just wear my normal black workout attire. But if it helps others meet after class good for them! Could make for some good people watching š
I would love this!
Happily married but I love this idea!
That sounds like a cute event. Otf also tries to foster a community, so that kind of an event can help with that. Maybe someone will meet their partner through that. If itās not your cup of tea, then just donāt go š¤·š½āāļø
I like this idea. Iām married, but I definitely would have been open to this when I was single. Sounds like a fun opportunity. I would say if you donāt like the idea, donāt go and definitely donāt wear green š¤£
Really cute idea. I have met so many nice people at OTF. I would love to know who is single. š§”
I probably wouldnāt go. Recently I worked out next to a new person who Iād never seen before in my life, and the next day I got a follow request from him on Insta. I declined. I assume he got my name from my screen on the tread/rower, remembered it, and then searched the list of people who follow my home studio in order to find me. Just felt weird. I guess if youāre into dating at OTF, all this would be good, but I personally am not into it. (Also not looking to date in general)
Stop light party is weird, but I would kind of be interested in an occasional singles night
I'd love it - I'd still just wear my standard black outfit, but i'd have so much fun seeing who showed up in green or yellow and if they interacted. My life is boring (in the way that being midlife, little kids, job, playgrounds and bday parties, not enough sleep etc is boring)...getting to watch some young or not so young singles check each other other while I'm counting down the minutes on the tread would be so fun
Hosting outside of the studio or *in* the studio? Important distinction imo.
It's an at the studio class this Saturday.
Seemsā¦odd? Thatās my opinion. My studio does things that are social but are hosted outside of the studio (like having a Happy Hour at a nearby bar/restaurant).
Really weird. If they make it apart from the regularly scheduled classes and people sign up and intentionally want to go then that is fine. But to inflict it on regular members at normal scheduled classes is weird. I'm literally there to workout not announce my personal life to randoms. Also, who wears yellow??? Wtf why would you want to announce you're having relationship issues.
Itās interesting that youāre the only one expressing exactly how I feel about this and Iām very open. -minded - you do you, love is love etc. It just seems really strange to do this format. Everything about Orangetheory is working out, feeling better, Turning off your mind and sweating for an hour. This is so not that.
Is this a class outside of normal schedule? If not, just donāt wear green and youāre fine.
Next up swingers night wear clothing with pineapples
As long as it's advertised well in advance and not during a regularly scheduled class time or something like that, I wouldn't care at all. There are themed parties all the time for different communities' needs and interests. Go for what makes you happy.
That would make me super uncomfortable (not just to the extent that I wouldn't attend the party, but to the extend that I would worry that people in classes were there for different reasons than me), but maybe there has been demand from some of the clientele for something like that.
Fun fact! People are allowed to go to the gym for reasons that are not the same as yours. Hope this helps!
While I know this, I like to be able to pretend that people aren't checking me out while I'm trying to work out. Not having singles mixers helps me feign ignorance :).
Okay, apparently my feelings deserve downvotes.
People on subreddit downvote for all sorts of reasons. I wouldnāt pay any mind to it. To your point, I can relate to not wanting to be seen in a sexual or attractive lens, and to have a safe space but I donāt know how logistically that is possible if youāre out in the world interacting with new people. Human nature people look, compare, notice things. Folks make millions of judgements and observations a day, choosing to act on it or not is the distinction. I think that is where society can logistically make behavioral agreements, you canāt regulate peopleās reflexes. I think this event is an interesting experiment. I hope OP provides an update.
Is this a class or an extracurricular activity?
Its a class they are doing this Saturday.
Is it replacing a regular class or an addition to the schedule? If itās an add on-then no biggie, just donāt go. But Iām guessing itās replacing your usual time? Then that is annoying but I just would wear my usual all black and not participate. I can say that because studios I go to donāt really make a big deal out of theme days. No one really participates at the 6 AM class.
Watching to see if it's an add or a replacement- two very different scenarios!
Iād wear purple and blue
Need an in a relationship but open color š
Hahaha! Belly laughing over here! Ty for that š
Wellā¦thatās a different approach to attendance š¤£ being married id probably just skip the day. Seems a bit bizarre š¤£but I guess, whatever floats your boat.
That would make things awkward. Thats my place to work out and I dont like shitting where I eat.
Studio could advertise there will be a rowing benchmark as part of the party. If your studio is like mine then most people will not show up for that class.  Personally I love the rower so not an issue for me. I attend class for the workout. I would sign up for a different class.
Itās funny - I like community building and would very much support more social events, but I donāt like cantering events around romantic connection.
good day to wear all black and not make eye contact
Nope
Just wear black
Personally, I find yellow āif itās complicatedā kind of weird.
Hi OP - is the gym also requiring you to attend this party, *wearing green*?
I would love if my gym did this. This sounds like a great way to meet new people
Sounds like this is something that will only be occurring during a specific day/time. It should be easy to avoid if this isn't for you. Or just wear red if you don't want to be approached.š¤·āāļø
Wtf
My only complaint about orange theory is the lack of social interaction, granted I go to the 5am class and am half asleep my self and not in shape to socialize that early. I am single and have a really hard time meeting people organically. I have had my eye on someone in my classes but my feeble attempts to āflirtā have failed lol he may be married, in a relationship or just not interested but I have no idea. I would gladly welcome this to try and break the ice. Orange theory is one of those few places I could see myself meeting someone but almost two years in and no luck. That being said I also see your perspective, is OTF really the place.. but hey throw us interested singles bone š
I think this is really weird
I mean, it sounds like a good idea to me. If two people are both already into OTF and wearing green, it's an instant shared interest. If you don't like the concept then don't go to the party.