Two separate incidents involving transgender policies have drawn attention at recreational and competitive sports facilities.

At a Planet Fitness location, a woman claims her gym membership was canceled after she reported concerns about a man in the women's locker room to staff. According to her account, a staff member called her "transphobic" repeatedly during the conversation rather than addressing her concerns, prompting her to leave the facility. The woman alleges her membership was subsequently terminated.

Separately, USA Fencing is facing questions about its transgender athlete policies following an incident at a competitive event. Reports indicate that a transgender competitor was denied entry to participate in a women's fencing competition. This development comes one year after a female fencer was disqualified from competition for protesting against competing with a transgender opponent.

Both incidents highlight ongoing debates about transgender inclusion policies in sports and fitness facilities. Planet Fitness has not publicly responded to the membership cancellation allegations. USA Fencing has previously defended its policies regarding transgender athletes in competitive events.

The controversies reflect broader national discussions about transgender rights and inclusion in gender-specific spaces and competitions across various sports organizations and fitness facilities.