About us

Gymnasium Burning Man

Interactivity is at the core of our camp’s theme: We want to recreate the atmosphere of the Gymnasium in its original, Ancient Greek meaning, as a facility for training and competition in public games, as well a place for socializing and engaging in intellectual pursuits. 

The term originates from the word [gymnós] meaning “naked”, because historically in Ancient Greece one exercised naked, and we would like to revive this aspect too, as we think that by doing athletic and fun activities naked, participants will experience bonding aspect of such events stronger. We believe that nudity will make physical activities more fun and at the same time will be important in bringing across our message about body acceptance. Nudity will be encouraged but not compulsory in all activities. We hope that all our participants will only feel more comfortable and confident in their own skin after our events.

For 2024 we're also proud to welcome The Pink Gym from Comfort & Joy (who are taking 2024 off).  Full workout gear is waiting for you daily at 7 & G.   So come exercise, wrestle, stretch, run and have some fun with our full week of activities.   

In memory of our found Kirill Tokarev, March 2018