A business on the outskirts of the city is expanding after almost three years of going from strength to strength.
Jordan Hipperson, owner of Perfit Fitness, has been working towards expanding his business after going self-employed aged 22 after winning nearly £16,000 on a £1 football bet.
The business, in the Vulcan Road Industrial Estate in the north of the city, runs small groups of personal fitness training ranging from one-on-one to six-on-one sessions.
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Now 30 years old, Mr Hipperson received the keys to the neighbouring unit in Concorde Road six weeks ago and is putting the finishing touches on the new venue with his partner, Abi Cossey, who runs the company alongside him.
He said: "I was looking at some different areas originally but when next door became available I didn't hesitate.
"The extra space will give the team a lot more variety and flexibility for our classes, allowing us to hold more and not have to turn people away."
The gym opened in April 2021 and has become established in the city's fitness scene ever since.
After investing roughly £100,000 into the new unit Mr Hipperson is ready to unveil the new look to clients this Saturday.
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He added: "With the investment made we've been able to bring in new equipment, a greater variety of machines as well as bringing in two new coaches as well.
"We'll have an open day this weekend running our small group session with both regular members and some new people as well.
"It's been a very busy month but me and the team are absolutely buzzing to get more people in and help them get the results they want which is the ultimate goal and why we do it."
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