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ABOUT THE
WEMOVE SUMMIT
WeMove Summit is the flagship annual event of the Institute of Registered Exercise
Professionals (IREP), created to advance the fitness and wellness industry in Nigeria and
beyond. Designed as a premier platform for knowledge exchange, professional recognition,
and industry networking, the summit brings together exercise professionals, educators,
health experts, and wellness brands under one roof.
At its core, the WeMove Summit is more than just an event, it is a movement for excellence
and innovation in fitness. Each edition highlights the latest trends, celebrates
outstanding achievements, and fosters collaborations that strengthen the role of fitness
in improving lives and communities.
Through keynote sessions, panel discussions, workshops, exhibitions, fitness awards, and a
graduation ceremony for IREP students, the summit inspires professionals to embrace global
best practices while tailoring them to the African context. These moments of recognition
and celebration make the summit not only informative, but also memorable and impactful.
Organized by IREP—Nigeria’s pioneering certifying and professional body for exercise
professionals—the WeMove Summit embodies the institute’s mission to standardize,
professionalize, and globalize the fitness industry. It serves as a meeting point where
passion meets professionalism, creating a community of leaders committed to raising
wellness standards across the nation.
With each edition, the WeMove Summit continues to shape the future of fitness in Africa by
positioning Nigeria as a hub for wellness innovation, professional development, and
industry excellence
WHY SHOULD YOU ATTEND THE WEMOVE SUMMIT
- 1INDUSTRY RECOGNITION & CREDIBILITY
- 2 UNMATCHED NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES
- 3PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & KNOWLEDGE SHARING
- 4CELEBRATE EXCELLENCE
- 5SHAPE THE FUTURE OF FITNESS IN AFRICA
- 6ACCESS TO INNOVATIONS & GLOBAL STANDARDS
- 7EXCLUSIVE LEARNING EXPERIENCES
- 8INSPIRATION & MOTIVATION
- 9BE PART OF A MOVEMENT
- 10BUSINESS & CAREER GROWTH
Join Nigeria's biggest fitness movement where professionals,
brands, and innovators connect. Gain insights, skills, and recognition, discover the latest fitness trends and tech, and unlock
career and business opportunities. Walk away inspired, motivated, and part of the movement shaping the future of fitness in Africa.
Programme
This year's edition of the WeMove Summit is anchored on the theme: “The Power of Motion: Why Movement is the Future of Health.”
As the demand for wellness grows and global trends influence local practices, the summit explores how movement can transform health, improve performance, and drive innovation across the fitness industry.
Through a dynamic mix of keynote sessions, panel discussions, masterclasses, fireside chats, practical training, and the fitness awards ceremony, the programme is designed to spark ideas, inspire action, and strengthen professional standards.
Highlights include:
- 1. Panel Discussion: Breaking the Inactivity Cycle in Africa: Challenges & Solutions
- 2. Panel Discussion: Collaboration in Motion – Linking Coaches, Gyms, and Wellness Brands
- 3. Panel Discussion: Fitness Entrepreneurship in Motion: Building Sustainable Businesses
- 4. How Movement Shapes Physical and Mental Health
- 5. Training the Body for Everyday Motion (Practical Session)
- 6. Optimizing Human Performance Through Motion-Based Training
The WeMove Summit is not just about individual growth, it is about building a stronger, more credible fitness industry that can compete globally while addressing Africa's unique needs.
Join fitness professionals, wellness brands, and thought leaders at the WeMove Summit to learn, connect, and be inspired. Together, we move towards a healthier, more professional, and more impactful future for fitness in Nigeria and beyond.
SPEAKERS & FACILITATORS
Joel Uzamere
Convener - WeMove Summit
Eunice Awodiya
Training Director, IREP
PARTICIPANTS FEEDBACK
“The WeMove Summit gave me the confidence to take my fitness career seriously. The sessions on professional standards were eye-opening and practical.”
– Personal Trainer
“The award ceremony was a highlight. Seeing industry leaders recognized gave me a renewed sense of pride in being part of this profession.”
– Exercise Professional
“What I loved most was the mix of education and inspiration. Hearing success stories from Nigerian fitness icons reminded me that we can compete globally.”
– Fitness Coach
“I connected with gym owners and wellness brands I would never have met otherwise. The networking alone was worth attending”
– Fitness Entrepreneur
“The masterclass on building a sustainable fitness career gave me strategies I can apply immediately. I left with clear action steps”
– Young Trainer
“IREP has truly raised the bar. This summit wasn’t just an event; it was a movement pushing us towards global standards in fitness.”
– Wellness Consultant
“From the exhibitions to the discussions, everything felt world-class. It’s exciting to see this level of professionalism in Nigeria’s fitness industry.”
– Gym Owner
“The WeMove Summit inspired me to think bigger—not just about training people but about impacting the wellness culture in my community.”
– Health Enthusiast
“This summit was a turning point for me. It showed that fitness in Nigeria is no longer just a passion—it’s a profession with standards, opportunities, and a future.”
– Participant
REGISTER NOW
GET A CERTIFICATE OF ATENDANCE WHEN YOU REGISTER AND ATTEND!
To pay for the WEMOVE SUMMIT, send payment to
Account Number: 0122678716
Bank: Wema Bank Account
Name: Institute of Registered Exercise Professionals Ltd
Kindly pay into the account number above and upload your payment receipt.
PARTNER WITH THE WEMOVE SUMMIT
Partner with Nigeria's leading fitness and wellness summit and position your brand as
a market leader in health, lifestyle, and innovation. The WeMove Summit offers sponsors
and partners the opportunity to gain premium brand exposure, connect with fitness
professionals and entrepreneurs, and build high-quality sales leads across diverse
industries and communities. Brands that have partnered with us in the fitness and wellness
ecosystem include Technogym, I AM FIT, M & Q Gym, and other leading organizations
championing health and lifestyle excellence.
- Showcase your brand to a highly engaged audience of fitness professionals, wellness entrepreneurs, and decision-makers.
- Align with excellence and innovation by supporting Nigeria’s pioneering movement for fitness professionalism.
- Build strong connections through direct engagement with participants, speakers, and other industry leaders.
- Gain visibility and recognition across summit activities, media features, and digital platforms before, during, and after the event.
- Position your brand as a leader that is shaping the future of fitness and wellness in Africa
As a Sponsor or Partner, you will have the opportunity to:
We invite forward-thinking organizations, fitness brands, health companies, lifestyle innovators, and corporate institutions to partner with us in making the WeMove Summit a landmark event that transforms the industry and communities it serves.
Together, let's move towards a healthier, stronger, and more professional Africa.
For Sponsorship, Exhibition and Partnership enquiries, kindly
send us an email at temi@irep.com.ng to register your interest, and our team will be in touch.
VENUE & CONTACT DETAILS
The WeMove Summit 4.0, will be held at
The Oriental Hotel, Lagos, Nigeria.
3PM WAT Prompt | Saturday, 6 June 2026!