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MERMASCS: SWIM & FLIGHT COFFEE

Milford Beach, Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland|Long Bay Regional Park, Beach Road (meet at MERC)|Narrow Neck Beach, Devonport|Cheltenham Beach|Point Chevalier Beach (Edith street end)

Service Description

Mermasc meetups are all about connecting with wai, taiao and our beach-loving LGBTQIA+ community. Rather than swimming laps, Mermasc trips are about spending time at the beach, making connections, and feeling good - there's nothing like challenging queer-phobic and patriarchal expectations, in numbers! This group is open to all people, with a focus on queer and gender diverse folk, and communities typically excluded from mainstream fitness spaces. Often, we will provide Flight Coffee to keep those handsies warm! Join our Facebook Messenger group chat via our Facebook group: "Radiqal Movement Members & Supporters". Disclaimer – although overseen by Radiqal Movement, MERMASCS is not an instructor-led activity. Group communication is made through our Facebook "Radiqal Movement Members & Supporters" group and group chat. If you are new to exercise, have any medical conditions or injuries, please ensure you have gained your healthcare provider’s clearance before attending. Although all due care is taken, you are participating at your own risk and must listen to your body at all times. Engage in swimming to how you are feeling on the day and to where you’re at within your own current level of fitness and confidence. We encourage you to have something to drink and/or eat prior to and after the meet-up. If you feel unwell or experience any unusual pain or discomfort, please seek assistance ASAP.


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Booking terms & conditions

Radiqal Movement’s free community activities (such as Mermascs, Dykes n Hikes, and other events) are designed to support connection, joy, and collective wellbeing. We want to make sure everyone has the chance to take part and that our volunteer facilitators and organisers feel respected and supported. If you register for a community activity and can no longer attend, please cancel your spot as soon as possible via your 'My Booking Page' or by emailing rm@radiqalmovement.com. This helps us manage group size, keep waitlists moving, and plan safely for all participants. If you’re running late, we totally understand - please do your best to let us know. For events with start times (like hikes or swims), we may begin without late arrivals to ensure the group’s safety and flow. Repeated no-shows or late cancellations may affect your ability to register for future activities. These events are free, but they rely on the energy of our community and volunteers - so thank you for showing up with care! We reserve the right to update this policy as needed. If changes are made, we’ll notify you here. Updated 06/06/2025


Contact Details

  • rm@radiqalmovement.com

  • rm@radiqalmovement.com

  • rm@radiqalmovement.com

  • rm@radiqalmovement.com

  • rm@radiqalmovement.com


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