Upbeat Centre, West Africa’s premier trampoline park and leading destination for fun and fitness, recently opened its doors to less privileged children for the launch of its ‘Children Fun Day’ program in Lekki, Lagos. This initiative, a part of the centre’s commitment to community outreach, brought together children from the One African Child Foundation, a non-governmental organization dedicated to supporting underprivileged youth.
In welcoming the children, Upbeat emphasized its dedication to the growth and development of young minds. Moyo Ogunseinde, Executive Director at Upbeat, highlighted that the ‘Children Fun Day’ initiative aligns with the company’s broader sustainability agenda, which seeks to promote active and healthy lifestyles among children.
“The programme is designed to offer disadvantaged and underrepresented children the opportunity to engage in various fun-filled activities, particularly sports, which are essential for promoting a healthy lifestyle,” said Babatunde Akingbola, Operations Manager at Upbeat. “Our goal is to create an environment where these children can enjoy and access resources they might not otherwise have the chance to experience.”
Babatunde further noted that the program also aims to combat screen addiction among young people, in alignment with Sustainable Development Goal 3, which advocates for good health and well-being for all ages. By introducing children to physical activities, Upbeat hopes to foster a love for movement and fitness that will last a lifetime.
During their visit to the Upbeat facility, children aged two to sixteen were treated to a variety of both entertaining and educational activities. The centre provided access to an array of sporting games, including trampoline jumping, wall climbing, foam pit race, and dodgeball game, among others. The day was designed to be both enjoyable and enriching, giving the children a chance to explore new experiences in a safe and supportive environment.
Adedoyin Lebimoyo, Program Specialist at One African Child, expressed gratitude for the experience, noting the positive impact it had on the children. “We believe that providing all-around care for the kids helps them better focus on learning and gaining skills,” said Lebimoyo. “Our foundation not only provides education but also creative learning. The invitation from Upbeat was a wonderful surprise, and the day exceeded all our expectations.”
The success of the ‘Children Fun Day’ initiative continues the tradition of what Upbeat Centre hopes will be an ongoing effort to give back to the community. By continuing to host such events, Upbeat aims to make a lasting difference in the lives of underprivileged children, fostering not just fun and fitness, but a sense of hope and possibility.
