Desmond Rowe, cep, CES, PES, OTC
Personal Trainer and Fitness Instructor in Barbados
Co-Owner of Ignite Fitness Studio | ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist (CEP) | Strength & Running Coach | Wellness Strategist at Helix
With over 20 years of experience in fitness and performance coaching, Desmond Rowe is the co-owner and operations lead of Ignite Fitness Studio—a dynamic training facility focused on strength, conditioning, and group coaching for all levels. He’s also the lead Exercise Physiologist for Helix Wellness, a DNA-based health and fitness service helping clients achieve lasting results through personalized insights.
Desmond holds advanced certifications including ACSM CEP, NASM PES & CES, CrossFit Level 1, and Les Mills BodyPump. As a running coach and strength specialist, he combines biomechanics, corrective exercise, and high-energy group training to build resilient, strong, and confident bodies—especially among women navigating midlife transitions.
Whether in the gym, on the track, or working 1-on-1 with clients, Desmond’s coaching style blends science-backed programming with a passion for helping people thrive at every age and stage.