Boom and Thrive Sports Hub is Nanyuki’s premier sports, training, and accommodation destination, the only facility in Laikipia County where you can play badminton, receive professional coaching, and stay the night, all in one place. Whether you are a beginner stepping onto a court for the first time, a competitive player preparing for a national tournament, a corporate team seeking a memorable away-day, or a family looking for an active holiday in Kenya’s most scenic region, Boom and Thrive is built for you.
We believe sport has the power to transform lives. That conviction sits at the heart of everything we do, from the way we train young athletes to the way we welcome first-time visitors. At Boom and Thrive, you do not just come to play. You come to grow.
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Our Story: How Boom and Thrive Was Born in Nanyuki
Boom and Thrive Sports Hub grew out of a simple but powerful idea: that Nanyuki deserved a world-class sports facility. A place where residents, visitors, schools, and corporates could come together through the joy of sport. Where serious training and genuine hospitality could exist side by side. Where the stunning landscape of Laikipia County was not just a backdrop, but an invitation to slow down, compete, and thrive.
From those early ambitions, we built something Nanyuki had never seen before. Professional indoor badminton courts. Expert coaching programmes. Clean, comfortable hostels and dorms for budget travellers and sports teams. Private self-catering cottages for families and couples. And a training philosophy rooted in discipline, community, and measurable results.
Today, Boom and Thrive is more than a sports facility. It is a destination. A community. A movement.
What Makes Boom and Thrive Different from Any Other Facility in Kenya?
There are sports facilities in Kenya, and there are accommodation providers. Boom and Thrive is the only place that brings them together under one roof in Nanyuki, creating a unique Play + Train + Stay + Compete experience that no other facility in Laikipia can offer.
Here is what sets us apart:
- Play – Professional badminton courts open for public play, club sessions, and open days, available to anyone who loves the game.
- Train – Structured coaching programmes for beginners, intermediate players, advanced athletes, youth groups, and corporate teams.
- Stay – Budget-friendly hostels and dorms for solo travellers, groups, and sports teams, plus private self-catering cottages for families and couples.
- Compete – Host or participate in local, county, regional, and national badminton tournaments and competitive events right here in Nanyuki.
Our Mission: Sport as a Catalyst for Growth in Laikipia
Our mission is to use the power of sport to create opportunity, build character, and drive economic activity in Nanyuki and the wider Laikipia region. We do this by making world-class facilities accessible to everyone, from the schoolchild picking up a racket for the first time to the seasoned competitor chasing a national title.
We are committed to three outcomes that guide every decision we make:
- Access, making quality badminton courts and coaching available to all, regardless of income or experience
- Excellence, raising the standard of badminton training and sports tourism in Nanyuki to a level that competes with facilities in Nairobi and beyond
- Community, using sport to unite residents, visitors, schools, and businesses around a shared sense of pride in Nanyuki and Laikipia
Who We Are: The Team Behind Boom and Thrive
Boom and Thrive is led by a team of passionate coaches, hospitality professionals, and community advocates who share one vision: to build the finest sports and accommodation hub in central Kenya. Our coaches hold recognised badminton qualifications and bring years of competitive and teaching experience to every session they deliver.
Our hospitality team ensures that every guest, whether staying in a dorm bed for a night or a cottage for a week, feels welcome, comfortable, and well cared for. Our community programme team works with local schools, youth groups, and NGOs to use sport as a vehicle for positive change in Laikipia.
Where to Find Us: Nanyuki, Laikipia County, Kenya
Boom and Thrive Sports Hub is located in Nanyuki, the beating heart of Laikipia County and one of Kenya’s most beloved destinations. Sitting on the equator at the foot of Mount Kenya, Nanyuki offers an extraordinary combination of natural beauty, adventure, and community warmth that no other location in Kenya can match.
We are easily accessible from Nairobi, just a three-to-four hour drive north along the A2 highway, and within comfortable reach of Nyeri, Meru, and Laikipia’s many conservancies. Our facility is a natural stopover for sports tourists, families on holiday, and anyone making the journey to the Mount Kenya region.
• Distance from Nairobi: approximately 200km (3–4 hours)
• Distance from Nyeri: approximately 60km (1 hour)
• Nearest airport: Nanyuki Airstrip (domestic flights from Nairobi Wilson Airport)
• Public transport: regular matatu and bus services from Nairobi’s Machakos Country Bus Station
Frequently Asked Questions About Boom and Thrive
Q: What is Boom and Thrive Sports Hub?
A: Boom and Thrive Sports Hub is Nanyuki’s only combined badminton training facility and accommodation provider. We offer professional badminton courts, expert coaching, budget hostels and dorms, and self-catering cottages, all on one site in Laikipia County, Kenya.
Q: Where exactly is Boom and Thrive located?
A: We are located in Nanyuki, Laikipia County, Kenya. Nanyuki is approximately 200km north of Nairobi and sits at the base of Mount Kenya. Call or WhatsApp us on +254 729 041 957, or email us at info@boomandthrive.com for precise directions.
Q: Who is Boom and Thrive designed for?
A: We serve everyone, from beginners and school groups to competitive players, corporate teams, families on holiday, solo travelers, and sports tourists visiting Kenya. If sport, training, or adventure is part of your plan, Boom and Thrive is your base.
Q: How do I get in touch with Boom and Thrive?
A: Call or WhatsApp us on +254 729 041 957, or email us at info@boomandthrive.com to make a booking, ask a question, or plan your visit. Our team is available seven days a week.