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Fitness and gym lovers in Nigeria can now have a reason to smile. CrossFit, the high-intensity workout program that has recently gained so much popularity around the world, has finally arrived in our country.
This gym company has revolutionized how people view fitness in Nigeria due to its inclusion of weightlifting, cardio, and functional movements.
It’s time to say goodbye to the monotonous gym workouts – CrossFit Nigeria offers a fresh, exciting, and more importantly, a group-oriented exercise regime different from anything we have ever seen before.
About CrossFit Nigeria
CrossFit Nigeria started a few years back in Lagos being introduced by some fitness-conscious people who had come across the program abroad.
Since then, it has transpired to other big cities and almost everyone wants to visit whether it be businessmen and business women, athletes who wish to improve their performance among others.
That is because the main characteristic of CrossFit as a training program is that it comprises constantly varied high-intensity movement.
For instance, you might run several sets of weights today, do several sprints tomorrow, and then handle several obstacle courses the following day.
That is what fitness is all about – overall fitness that is transferable to one’s daily living as/opposed to mere aesthetic fitness.
The social part is also rather important though. Note, Crossfit gyms are friendly, they call them “boxes. ” You’ll find yourself clapping for strangers and making new friends.
This is because Nigerians have embraced the concept of tough workouts but with hardcore camaraderie.
CrossFit Centres in Nigeria
Today, more and more boxes open in the country as CrossFit continues to become increasingly popular.
Lagos is always seen as the hub and the trailblazer; thus, it boasts of the highest number of facilities. Of them, you can mention Crossfit Jagun in Lekki and Crossfit 234 in Victoria Island.
Well, Abuja is not far behind with places like CrossFit Abuja gaining popularity among the people. Port Harcourt and Ibadan have not been left behind either, with new boxes being established to meet the increasing demand.
Here is a list of their gym centers in Nigeria for your reference:
Crossfit Jagun
- Location: 6 Akin Olugbade St, Victoria Island, Lagos 106104, Lagos
- Phone: 08103905972
Crossfit Lagos
- Location: 32 Bode Thomas St, Surulere, Lagos 101241, Lagos
- Phone: 08181450629
Crossfit Gym Abak
- Location: 105 Ikot Ekpene Road, Off New Market Road by Bishop Clark Abak Ikot Ekpene, Abak
- Phone: 07015868544
These CrossFit centers are not regular fitness centers let alone standard exercise gyms. CrossFit boxes themselves are mostly spacious, warehouse-like facilities equipped with such apparatus as bars, pull-up bars, and rows.
This is not an issue, however, as the generally spartan aesthetic is one of the undeniable selling points: There is no fluff here.
The majority of boxes combine scheduled classes accompanied by group sessions and ‘open gym’ time which means that clients can train whenever they wish.
CrossFit Prices in Nigeria
Now, let’s talk about money. CrossFit is not the most affordable program to join and yet gym lovers are more than willing to pay for every dime spent. The price varies from box and location but let me give you a general idea of the price range:
- Drop-in classes: ₦9,500 per session
- Personal training sessions: ₦10,000 – ₦15,000 per hour
- Punch card (5 sessions): ₦42,500
- Diet Nutrition Training (Monthly): ₦60,000
- On Ramp-CrossFit for beginners (6 weeks): ₦120,000
- Monthly unlimited memberships: ₦90,000 – ₦100,000
- Unlimited for 3 Months: ₦240,000
- Annual Unlimited: ₦840,000
It is always advisable to ask the officials of the particular boxes whether they have special rates for students, or perhaps members of the military.
Some also offer first-time discounts or even free classes to the new students so that they can at least try before committing.
CrossFit Membership Fees in Nigeria
If you want to take CrossFit on a professional level, then the best bet would be to take a membership. Generally, most boxes provide clients with several choices:
- Unlimited monthly membership: This is the most popular of them. You get full access to all the classes we have planned, as well as to the designated gym time. As for the monthly cost, you should brace yourself for about ₦80,000 to ₦100,000 a month.
- Class packs: If you cannot attend classes daily, there are packs of 10 or 20 classes that some of the boxes provide. These are always cheaper per class than the drop-in classes.
- Annual memberships: True fans can take advantage of certain boxes that allow subscriptions every year with a lower subscription rate.
Despite this, you might save as much as 10-20% in comparison with paying on a month-to-month basis.
Bear in mind that these charges generally include additional services such as diet consultation, meetings with trainers, and privileges to join certain meetings or competitions.
FAQs about CrossFit Nigeria
Here are some answers to frequently posed queries about CrossFit in Nigeria.
Is it possible to lose weight with CrossFit?
So many people have been emphasizing this question. The answer is many do lose weight, especially if accompanied by a proper diet. But let me remind you that it is a workout plan for overall fitness and not for weight loss!
Is it necessary to be fit for CrossFit?
Nope! The main benefit of CrossFit is that it can easily be adapted to suit every fitness level. Coaches will assist in the changing of the workouts as they relate to you.
Is CrossFit safe?
As long as the right techniques are used and one is guided by a trainer or expert, then yes. A good box takes into account technique and the well-being of its users.
Conclusion
Crossfit Nigeria is the ‘next big thing’ in exercising and fitness in the country. It is therefore not surprising that more people from Nigeria are embracing this form of training due to the hard workouts, supportive fitness family as well as putting into practice functional fitness workouts.
Of course, it is not as cheap as many people might think it is, but getting the results and the experience is what many people are willing to pay for.
CrossFit Nigeria targets all sorts of people including the new beginners, those who want to change their exercises, and athletes who are to take it to another level.
In this article, I mentioned that as more and more boxes (i.e. gym centers) open across the country, it will be easier to join the CrossFit family.
Well, why not try it? You might just surprise yourself with what you’re capable of. Who knows – your next PR (personal record) could be just around the corner.
It’s time to break a sweat, work out, and probably get acquainted with a few new people. Why not try them today?
