Recently, controversy arose over a notice at a gym in Incheon banning Ajummas (middle-aged or older women) from entering. Now, in Daegu, it has been revealed that a hotel gym is restricting the elderly from gym use and registration, leading to further debate.
According to industry sources on the 18th, the gym at a four-star hotel in Suseong-gu, Daegu, posted a notice stating that customers aged 76 and above are not allowed to register as members or use the gym daily.
The center stated that the restriction is an inevitable measure due to safety concerns such as falling and slipping accidents, and explained, “Currently, members aged 76 and older who are already using the facility can continue to do so if they submit a family consent form stating that they will take responsibility in case of an accident. The decision will be made after review.”
They also added, “Similar measures will be applied to those under 76 years old who have chronic illnesses or have difficulty moving.”
There were mixed reactions after the news of this broke out. Some expressed, “What do you think the elderly exercise for?” “Who can accept such discrimination below common sense?” and “Even as a young person, it’s really hard to accept such a measure.”
On the other hand, some expressed reactions like, “It seems like a decision for the safety of the elderly,” and “Weight training can be a burdensome exercise for the elderly.”
