South Korean Gym's Controversial Ban on Older Women
A gym in Incheon, near Seoul, South Korea, has banned misbehaving 'aunties,' sparking a debate on ageism and discrimination against older women. The facility posted a sign stating 'off limits to ajummas.' The gym's owner cited damages like extended use of changing rooms and theft, defending the move.
A gym in Incheon, near Seoul, South Korea, has banned misbehaving 'aunties,' sparking a debate on ageism and discrimination against older women.
The facility posted a sign stating 'off limits to ajummas'—a term for older women often used pejoratively.
The gym's owner, citing damages like extended use of changing rooms and theft of items, defended the move.
Public backlash highlights growing intolerance for certain age groups, with commentators questioning the singling out of older women when older men exhibit similar behaviors.