{"id":74193,"date":"2026-06-26T09:31:56","date_gmt":"2026-06-26T08:31:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kukrisports.com\/uk\/?p=74193"},"modified":"2026-06-26T09:31:57","modified_gmt":"2026-06-26T08:31:57","slug":"british-gymnastics-inclusion-belonging-sport","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kukrisports.com\/uk\/news\/british-gymnastics-inclusion-belonging-sport\/","title":{"rendered":"Gymnasts Reflect on Inclusion, Identity &amp; Belonging in Sport"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>As part of this Pride Month feature, British Trampoline gymnasts Ryan Brown and Izzy Songhurst share their experiences on inclusion, representation and allyship within the sport.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Through their long-standing partnership, Kukri Sports continues to support British Gymnastics in promoting equal opportunities across all disciplines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ryan Brown on belonging and representation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For Ryan Brown, a multiple-time British Championships medallist and former World Age Group Champion, inclusion starts with authenticity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201cAn inclusive sporting environment is one where everyone feels welcomed and accepted for who they are,\u201d <\/em>he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201cI\u2019ve always felt accepted in gymnastics. I\u2019ve met friends from different countries and backgrounds who share the same passion.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>He believes representation is key to breaking stereotypes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201cVisibility and representation are important, as they show that there isn\u2019t just one type of athlete.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201cWhen young people see athletes being themselves and succeeding, it reinforces that they don\u2019t have to change who they are to belong in sport.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Izzy Songhurst on inclusion and allyship<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Olympic trampoline and two-time European gymnast Izzy Songhurst shared that inclusion is key to both wellbeing and performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201cAn inclusive environment is where everyone should feel welcome, respected and supported, regardless of where they are or where they come from,\u201d <\/em>she said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On allyship, she stressed action over words.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201cIt\u2019s about listening, learning and speaking up to create an environment where people feel supported.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201cKnowing that people around you genuinely care and are willing to stand alongside you can make a huge difference.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pride Month and ongoing inclusion in sport<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Both gymnasts see Pride Month as a moment to celebrate progress while continuing important conversations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201cPride Month is a chance to celebrate inclusion and individuality,\u201d <\/em>Ryan said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201cIt\u2019s not just about one month, it\u2019s about helping create an environment where people feel accepted every day of the year.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Izzy added, <em>\u201cIt celebrates diversity, recognises progress and raises awareness, showing support for LGBTQ+ people in sport and beyond.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A message to young gymnasts<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They both agreed gymnastics should feel open to everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ryan said, <em>\u201cNever let the fear of not fitting in stop you from trying a sport you love. 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