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���������� Basic School introduced hula hooping about four years ago, initially targeting younger children due to their natural flexibility.

At first glance, it might seem like just another playground activity: Children spinning colourful hoops around their waists, laughing as they compete to see who can keep theirs up the longest.

But for students at ���������� Basic School, hula hooping is becoming more than just a game; it’s a fun way to stay active, build confidence, and even improve focus in the classroom.

Anna Teresa Nunoo, a Basic Four pupil, was drawn to the game’s fascination.

“In Basic One, I used to see people do it at programs, and it was so entertaining that I decided to learn it. Doing it makes me feel happy and confident. It was difficult at first, but gradually, with the help of my brother, I got better,” she recalls.

Ephraim Aidoo-Agyei, a Basic Five pupil who has been hula hooping for six years, sees it as much more than just a playground pastime.

“Doing it is fun and makes me feel energetic,” he says. “It also makes me feel healthy because my mom says it’s a form of exercise.”

What started as a fun recess activity has evolved into an essential part of the school’s physical education program.

“We introduced it not only as a form of entertainment but also to help the kids exercise their bodies, burn fat, and stay healthy,” says facilitator Patrick Opoku-Appiah.