Collab Fitness Unveils Ambitious Expansion Plan Across Nigeria

Collab Fitness Ltd, a rapidly growing wellness and exercise brand in Nigeria, has announced a bold plan to open 25 new fitness centers across the country by the end of 2025. In addition to expanding its physical footprint, the company also aims to train and certify more than 200 fitness professionals nationwide as part of its commitment to improving health outcomes and professionalizing the local fitness industry.

This announcement marks a major milestone for Nigeria’s fast-evolving wellness and lifestyle sector, which has seen increasing interest in fitness, healthy living, and preventive healthcare over the past decade.

Expanding Gym Access in Key Urban and Semi-Urban Areas

According to Collab Fitness executives, the 25 new gyms will be strategically located in urban hubs such as Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, Kano, Ibadan, and Enugu, as well as emerging markets in secondary cities. The goal is to offer affordable, accessible, and high-quality fitness services to a broader range of Nigerians.

Each fitness center will be fully equipped with modern gym machines, personal training programs, and group workout sessions, covering everything from weightlifting and cardio to yoga and HIIT (high-intensity interval training). In addition, Collab Fitness plans to incorporate wellness consultations and nutrition advisory services to help Nigerians adopt healthier lifestyles.

Empowering Fitness Professionals Through Nationwide Training

A critical component of the expansion strategy is Collab Fitness’ goal to train over 200 fitness professionals by the end of 2025. This initiative seeks to close the skills gap in Nigeria’s fitness sector, where many gyms operate without adequately trained or certified instructors.

Through its internal training academy, Collab Fitness will offer courses in:

• Personal training and exercise physiology

• Sports science and injury prevention

• Gym management and client engagement

• Group fitness leadership and aerobic instruction

• Nutrition planning and wellness coaching

Participants will receive industry-recognized certification upon successful completion, giving them access to employment opportunities within Collab Fitness gyms or in independent fitness centers nationwide.

Why the Fitness Industry Is Booming in Nigeria

The company’s growth plan aligns with a broader national and global trend. As urbanization, sedentary lifestyles, and lifestyle-related illnesses like obesity and hypertension increase in Nigeria, more citizens—especially the youth and working-class professionals—are turning to fitness as a form of self-care and preventive health.

Moreover, the rise of social media fitness influencers, digital workout platforms, and community-based health campaigns has made fitness more culturally relevant and aspirational.

Corporate Wellness Partnerships and Community Outreach

In addition to public gym operations, Collab Fitness has signaled interest in forming partnerships with corporate organizations, schools, and government bodies to promote wellness in workplaces and educational institutions. Plans are underway to launch workplace wellness programs and community-based boot camps in underserved neighborhoods.

The company also intends to run fitness outreach events to encourage body positivity, mental well-being, and physical activity among women, adolescents, and people recovering from non-communicable diseases.

Vision for a Healthier Nation

Speaking at the announcement event, Collab Fitness CEO Damilola Ogundele emphasized the company’s long-term goal: “We’re not just opening gyms—we’re building a nationwide culture of wellness, resilience, and empowerment. By training professionals and improving access to world-class fitness services, we aim to transform how Nigerians think about their health.”

The initiative has already received praise from health advocates, fitness influencers, and public officials who view it as a much-needed boost for Nigeria’s preventive health ecosystem.

Conclusion: A Step Toward Healthier Communities

As Nigeria grapples with rising health challenges and limited healthcare access, Collab Fitness Ltd’s ambitious expansion and training plan could play a crucial role in promoting wellness and reducing the burden of lifestyle-related diseases. With 25 gyms and over 200 trained professionals in the pipeline, the company is well-positioned to reshape the future of fitness and health education across the country.