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OUT*side Program
OUT*side is a project by and for trans* inter* and non-binary folks. It offers free exercise programs in parks and gyms in Berlin-Friedrichshain/ Kreuzberg as well as online. The focus of the project is to increase health and well-being of the participants. It is also about creating spaces for empowerment together.
Our activities are free of charge and membership is not required.
Program:
- AUTUMN TREE WALK IN BERNAU (bei Berlin) WITH DEVIN: Sunday, 11.10.2026
Special feature: cis friends of trans*, inter* and non-binary participants are also invited to attend these activities as accompanying guests.
- CANOE DAY IN WANNSEE WITH MARTIN: Sunday 06.09.2026
- INLINE SKATING WITH TINA: Saturdays, 4.07., 1.08., 5.09.2026
Special feature: cis friends of trans*, inter* and non-binary participants are also invited to attend these activities as accompanying guests.
- TIN*HIKING DAYS: sundays. Next Appointments: 06.09.2026
Special feature: your cis friends are invited to come along as your +1 to the hikingatrip
- BEACHVOLLEY FOR BEGINNER AND FUNPLAYER WITH CHRISTOPHER: Friday, 29.05., 26.06., 31.07., 28.08., 11.09.202
All our trainers are trans*inter* and/or non-binary. We are always looking for new trainers (professionals or amateurs) who would like to develop new offers with us. If you are interested, contact us at outside(at)seitenwechsel-berlin.de
OUT*side is now also on Instagram and Facebook There you can get to know our team and the trainers and find the latest information. Like and follow to us!
INLINE SKATING WITH TINA
Date: Saturdays, 4.07., 1.08., 5.09.2026
Time: 11:00–13:00
Lenguage: German and English
Meeting point: Tempelhofer Feld (The exact meeting location and further details will be sent to all registered participants on Friday evening.)
Summer is almost here again — perfect weather for inline skating! Have you always wanted to go inline skating with other queer people? Then join us for skating on July 4th at 11:00! This session is especially aimed at beginners. We will practice braking, basic skating technique, and, if you like, also backwards skating, turns, crossovers, and maybe even some first tricks.
For the past two years, Tina has been leading the ice skating sessions at Outside, and so the wait between ice skating seasons does not feel too long, we are now also offering inline skating. We plan to hold it every first Saturday of the month from 11:00–13:00. If it rains, we will still meet and then see what is possible.
Please bring your own inline skates and protective gear, at minimum knee pads and wrist guards, but elbow pads and a helmet are also strongly recommended. There is no shade at the location, so bringing enough water and sunscreen is highly recommended.
Trainer: Tina (she/her) At first, I only watched figure skating — Hanyu Yuzuru, the Grand Prix Final, or synchronized skating — but ever since I tried it myself a few years ago, I have no idea why I ever stopped after childhood. I love the smooth and elegant movements, but also the speed and overcoming my fears. At the same time, it is simply wonderful to skate laps together with friends and chat along the way.
CANOE DAY IN WANNSEE WITH MARTIN
Date: 06.09.2026
Time: 12:00 - 17:00pm
Meeting place: Wassersportzentrum FU (Nikolassee)
Languages: German/ English/ Spanish
Places: 10 participants
After a short theoretical paddling introduction, we will set off in a relaxed way and paddle on calm waters for about 14 km. The idea is that everyone can participate, regardless of paddling experience. The canoes can take luggage and we will have a break in between.
Hurry up with the registration, because the free places are gone very fast!
Trainer: Martin, Power*Fitness at Seitenwechsel e.V. and Canoe Polo at Frei Universität. See more from Martin...
BEACHVOLLEY FOR BEGINNER AND FUNPLAYER WITH CHRISTOPHER
5 dates: 29.05., 26.06., 31.07., 28.08., 11.09.2026
Time: 7:30 - 9:30 pm (meeting time is at 7:15 pm).
Meeting point: Main entrance Beach 61 - Park Gleisdreieck. Click here for map!
Languages: German/ English
Places: 9 participants
We'll start the session with a round of introductions with names and pronouns. Then we will begin with a crash course in overhand and underhand serving. The rest oft he time we make free play. The main goal here is to have fun and you don`t need previous experience! For all trans*, inter*, and non-binary folks. Limit 9 participants. Unfortunately, the changing facilities and restrooms on-site are labelled to binary spaces for men and women.
Coach: Christopher: "I live for sports, I am a sports academic and beachvolleyball is my favourite sport, although I played football for years. It is just so nice to move in the sand... See more about Christopher...
TIN*HIKING
Date: 6 September 2026
With Jorin and Fränzi
Meeting point: ca. 9:45 a.m., Gesundbrunnen station (All registered participants will receive the exact departure time and further details on the Friday evening before the hike).
Late-summer hike from Eichhorst along Lake Werbellinsee, approx. 6 or 13–14 km depending on the weather.
We will travel together to Eichhorst and start our hike at the historic lock. From there we will follow Werbellin Canal towards the Askanierturm before continuing along beautiful, mostly natural paths beside Lake Werbellinsee to Altenhof.
Werbellinsee is one of Brandenburg's deepest and clearest lakes. Its turquoise water offers unusually good visibility in places and hides more than a few secrets: according to legend, the town of Werbellow lies submerged beneath the lake, while archaeological discoveries have in fact revealed old oak piles and the remains of a medieval settlement or fortified structure beneath the water. And somewhere near Altenhof there may even be another mysterious message in a bottle from “Moscow, 1962”, like the one recovered from the depths during one of our previous expeditions …
If we are lucky enough to have warm late-summer weather, we will take an extended break at the public swimming area in Altenhof, with plenty of time for swimming, a picnic and relaxing beside the lake.
Along Altenhof's small lakeside promenade, with its almost Mediterranean atmosphere, there are also several opportunities for refreshments: the Alte Fischerei serves, among other things, excellent fish sandwiches from its own smokehouse, and nearby you can find ice-cream specialities, coffee and cake.
In good swimming weather, the hike to Altenhof will be approximately 6 km and take about two hours at a leisurely pace, leaving us plenty of time to enjoy the lake.
If the weather is too cold for swimming and a longer stay by the water, we will continue from Altenhof along the eastern shore towards Joachimsthal. This longer version will be approximately 13–14 km and take around 3½ to 4 hours.
We will mainly be walking on forest trails and natural lakeside paths. The first section from Eichhorst to Altenhof is fairly straightforward. Beyond Altenhof, parts of the trail become narrower, uneven and somewhat steeper, so sturdy footwear and some sure-footedness are recommended for the longer version.
We will decide together when to take breaks along the way. Which version we choose will depend on the weather: a late-summer day of hiking, swimming and relaxing by the lake, or a longer autumn hike along Lake Werbellinsee.
Ticket: When registering, please indicate whether you would like to use the Berlin-Brandenburg Ticket.
Bring a dog is possible.
Remarks: For all those who are thinking about participating for the first time, but are not sure whether the offer is suitable for them: please contact us in this regard via a note in the registration form. We will be happy to answer any questions you may have or provide you with more information about the schedule.
There is also the possibility to meet with one of us a little earlier, directly before the hike.
On the hike itself, we have a buddy program: participants who have been on the hike many times before will be there if needed to help you get settled into the group.
We welcome participation from anyone on the TIN spectrum, no matter where they are on it!
Coaches: Bo (er/keine), Lee (dey/they), Jorin-Bille (dey/they), Lindsay (keine/none they) and Fränzi (du/thou/they)
We are a group of TIN people who have regularly taken part in Nora's walks in recent years. This offer means a lot to us and we would therefore like to continue it together. See more from us
Nora (she) organized a hike almost every month from 2020 to the end of 2024. Thank you for this wonderful time, thank you for your work!
See more about Nora...
Thank as well Noah for supporting Nora the last few years on hiking days! See more about Noah!
Important info for TIN folk to hike!
Safety: For our walks in Brandenburg, longer journeys via S-Bahn, regional trains, and local buses are required. The meeting points are - as far as is possible - within the city (e.g. Gesundbrunnen or Ostkreuz) to provide you with good access. The subsequent rides take place together with the group. Please be aware of your own safety needs and keep an eye out for each other and the group as a whole. If you have any questions or special requests regarding your arrival or departure, please let us know.
Travel costs: We try to keep travel costs associated with our walks as low as possible. Wherever possible, we offer the use of the Brandenburg-Ticket. If the travel costs still prevent you from taking part in the hikes, we are happy to find individual solutions. Please inform us of your needs when you register.
AUTUMN TREE WALK IN BERNAU (bei Berlin) WITH DEVIN
Date: Sunday, 11 October 2026
Duration: 4 hours, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Length: around 7 kilometers
Meeting point: S-Bahn station Bernau (last stop on the S2, zone C), in front of the train station
(We will share the exact location with all participants prior to the event.)
Note: Cis friends of trans, inter, and non-binary participants are welcome to attend. Max. 10 participants.
Important: When you sign up, please let me know if you have any allergies or food sensitivities.
Language: I will hold the walk in German unless the majority of the group would prefer English. Let me know – I’m flexible!
Der Herbst: bunt, abwechslungsreich und gleichzeitig introspektiv und besinnlich. Und es ist die perfekte Jahreszeit, durch Bernaus diverse Landschaften zu schlendern. Über eine kurze Wanderstrecke durch Wald, Wiese und Acker werden wir zehn Baumarten näher kennenlernen – und aus einst rätselhaften, grünen Gestalten werden treue Wegbegleiter für das Leben. Durch diese ganzheitliche Erforschung verbinden wir uns tiefer mit unserer Umgebung – und mit uns selbst – und gewinnen dabei Schritt für Schritt mehr Sicherheit und Autonomie in der Natur.
Autumn. It’s bright and refreshing, yet moody and contemplative. And it is the perfect time of year for a stroll through Bernau’s diverse landscapes. On a short tour though forests, meadows, and fields, we’ll get to know ten trees up close and in person. Over the course of the afternoon, the invisible “greenery” of the landscape will gradually gain clarity and focus, and individual plants will transform into loyal botanical companions. By engaging in a holistic exploration of our environment, we’ll develop a deeper connection to our region and ourselves – and build confidence and autonomy in outdoor spaces.
What you can look forward to:
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Introduction to and identification of ten trees utilizing different sensory exercises
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A little wild snack (vegan) for the journey
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Nature connection activities
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PDF with plant profiles
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Time spent with friendly people
We’ll be walking on both paved roads and unpaved paths. Please wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather. Bring along enough water and a little snack for the road.
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Coach: Devin (he/him) is trained in plant science communication and works as a guide and tourism specialist in Bernau. Devin was born in the United States and has lived in Germany since 2005. “For me as a queer person, plants are endlessly fascinating. The plant kingdom contains organisms that embrace every imaginable lifecycle and physiology. Plants are an inexhaustible source of inspiration for me, and at the same time, they serve as steadfast companions on every walk I take. I’m honored to be able to share my love of plants and enthusiasm for nature connection through OUT*side. My goal is to help people develop – or strengthen – their connection to and confidence in nature.”
This project is sponsored by the district of Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg's planning and coordination department for health.
Seitenwechsel in Kooperation mit TrIQ, Gladt e.V. und dem Sonntags-Club