The Death of the Disco: How many Gen Zs are really swapping out their heels for track shoes?

By Harriet Joyce

Photo by Harriet Joyce

Nightclubs are experiencing a rapid decline, whilst 11.5 million people aged 16 and over in the UK hold a gym membership. This represents a significant 1.6 million increase from 2022, driven heavily by Gen Z, says a report by ukactive. But are Gen Z really ditching their nights out for running clubs? 

The Office for National Statistics states there were 10,048 deaths from alcohol-specific causes registered in 2022. 

So why is it so hard to put down the booze? I spoke to ex-students Forest Chisolm and Daniel Evans on how their views regarding alcohol were shaped by university. 

For immediate, free, and confidential alcohol support in the UK, contact Drinkline at 0300 123 1110 (weekdays 9am–8pm, weekends 11am–4pm) or Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) at 0800 917 7650 (24/7 helpline).

The Death of the Disco: How many Gen Zs are really swapping out their heels for track shoes?

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