Lagos backs GYMFest 3.0 to boost grassroots talent

The third annual GYMFest Championship is set to take place in Lagos State on November 7, 2026, at The Dome, Lekki Phase 1. Organized jointly by the Tee Tumblers Gymnastics Club and the Society of the Performing Arts in Nigeria, the event aims to promote grassroots talent, physical development, and Nigeria's prospects in international gymnastics.

Participation in the competition has surged from fewer than 100 children in the inaugural edition to 278 registered gymnasts this year, indicating growing interest from parents, schools, and local clubs. The championship was established to provide children with an opportunity to showcase their abilities and hone skills, with the hope that sustained grassroots development will help Nigeria produce athletes capable of excelling on the global stage.

GYMFest's technical partner, the Society of the Performing Arts in Nigeria (SPAN), has contributed significantly to the event's success, elevating the competition and positioning it as Africa's leading gymnastics festival. The tournament's corporate sponsors include ProvidusBank, Unity Bank, Leadway Assurance, Banksome Group, Studio 24, Indomie, and Gratia Chin Chin.

The Lagos State Sports Commission, led by Dr Oluyomi Olusanmi, supports the event, recognizing its role in developing children's cognitive, affective, and psychomotor skills while curbing social vices.