Hankham Primary School: Enhancing Fitness with an Outdoor Gym

The Vision

Hankham Primary School was awarded a £10,000 Health Improvement Grant to promote physical activity and well-being among pupils. The school wanted to install an engaging and age-appropriate outdoor gym, allowing students to stay active during break times and integrate exercise into daily routines.

The Solution

Caloo worked closely with the school to maximise their grant funding, ensuring they received high-quality fitness equipment within budget. The final installation included:

• Starter Bundle 3, featuring:
  • Air Walker, promoting cardiovascular endurance.
  • Skier, encouraging coordination and full-body movement.
  • Cross Rider, enhancing balance and core strength.
  • Body Twist, supporting flexibility and mobility.
• Additional gym unit – Rider, providing extra fitness options.
• Colourful wet-pour safety surfacing, ensuring a vibrant, fun, and impact-absorbing environment.

Overcoming Challenges

The installation process was straightforward, as the playground provided a wide, open, level space for the gym area. However, since the project took place within a school environment, it was crucial to prioritise student safety. Protective fencing was installed to secure the work area, limiting access while allowing installation to be completed efficiently and without disruption.

The Impact

The new outdoor gym has been a fantastic success, providing an exciting and engaging space for children to develop fitness and coordination.

• Encourages active play, supporting students’ physical and mental well-being.
• Vibrant wet-pour surfacing makes the area visually appealing and fun to use.
• Increases opportunities for structured and unstructured exercise, helping to instill healthy habits from a young age.

With this installation, Hankham Primary School now has a dedicated fitness space, ensuring that pupils can enjoy outdoor exercise and movement for years to come.