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About WODproud
Our Story
WODproud was founded in November 2014 by fitness enthusiast Amir Ghomshei with the goal of building an inclusive Crossfit community to support mental health in the LGBTQ+ community. After 11 years, Amir stepped away to pursue other adventures in fitness and handed the reigns of WODproud to our current leadership team, Levi, Robin and Solomon.
Our Mission
WODproud is non-profit dedicated to creating a welcoming CrossFit community where LGBTQ+ people of all fitness levels and backgrounds can build strength, connection, and pride. Through our events and charitable partnerships, we foster belonging both inside and out of the fitness arena, support mental health initiatives, and empower queer individuals to thrive together.
Our mission is built on 3 pillars
CROSSFIT
Shared effort builds shared strength. Monthly Crossfit events and skill classes rotate across London, welcoming all levels. Challenge yourself, learn new skills, and grow stronger.
COMMUNITY
Community connection is one of our strongest levers for improving mental health for LGBTQ+ people. From group workouts and buddy systems to social events, we create spaces where queer people can connect and build lasting friendships.
PRIDE
WODproud is a space where LGBTQ+ people can train and thrive without compromise. Recognising the mental health challenges and isolation faced by our community, we create connection, support, and visibility on and off the gym floor.
How we give back
All funds raised through our monthly events are reinvested directly into the community through a range of initiatives. Our primary focus is THRIVE, which removes financial and social barriers to fitness by offering free foundational and skills-based CrossFit classes for LGBTQ+ people across London. A portion of funds is also directed towards LGBTQ+ mental health charities, with partnerships currently in development for 2026. We also host seasonal events to further strengthen connection and community for WODPROUD members.
Leadership team
Levi Palmer Monthly Operations & Box Relationship Lead
Levi Palmer Monthly Operations & Box Relationship Lead
Levi Palmer Monthly Operations & Box Relationship Lead
Levi leads the monthly operations and box relationships at WODproud. After discovering the power of community through CrossFit, he’s passionate about creating inclusive, well-organised spaces where LGBTQ+ people can train, connect, and feel at home, whether it’s their first WOD or their fiftieth.
Robin Mills Sponsorship & Community Engagement Lead
Levi Palmer Monthly Operations & Box Relationship Lead
Levi Palmer Monthly Operations & Box Relationship Lead
Robin supports WODproud through sponsorship and community partnerships, bringing fresh energy and a people-first approach to everything he does. Whether developing collaborations with external brands or bringing high energy hosting to the monthly events, he’s committed to growing a space where lifting, laughter, and belonging go hand in hand.
Solomon Gauthier Special Events, Wellbeing & Finance Lead
Levi Palmer Monthly Operations & Box Relationship Lead
Solomon Gauthier Special Events, Wellbeing & Finance Lead
Solomon supports WODproud's growth by leading special events like Pride and seasonal parties, developing wellbeing and mental health partnerships, and managing finance. Inspired by CrossFit’s global sense of belonging, he helps create spaces where connection, care, and community come first, both inside and beyond the gym.