Throughout its history as one of Africa’s most prestigious institutions, the African Leadership Academy has consistently emphasized the importance of health and wellness to its thousands of students. In its efforts to promote the benefits of proper exercise, the ALA employs an Athletics Department dedicated to managing a variety of thrilling competitive sports. Supporters of the Academy, like Tunde Folawiyo, understand the importance of health in striving to become great leaders.

Many of the Athletic Department’s sports are offered year-round with football, volleyball, basketball, ultimate Frisbee and dance among them. Sports teams meet for practice at least two times per week with competitive matches against other local schools, universities and athletic clubs. As part of the institution’s wellness programme, students who wish not to engage in competitive sports will be required to participate in a gym class. Gym classes will meet twice per month, where students will be taught fitness skills and given a place to exercise. Recreational sports such as tennis, yoga, table tennis and martial arts are also supervised by the ALA Athletics Department. The ALA’s health and wellness initiatives are based upon a commitment to teaching the significance of life-long practices in hopes of fostering a population of healthy and happy students. Tunde Folawiyo and other respected African figures may understand the importance of fitness in regards to leadership.

Since its establishment, the African Leadership Academy has fostered an ongoing commitment to nurturing the continent’s next generation of leaders. Through rigorous coursework revolving around African studies and other important subjects, students are challenged to reach their utmost potential. Bonita van Graan, Health Coach at the ALA manages a clinic in order to educate students about the importance of health and fitness. Students will be assessed by school doctors, an optometrist and dental professional to ensure full body wellness while at the Academy. Additionally, a professionally trained Wellness Team is on hand to coach students and offer psychological help and counseling should they require emotional support on any level.

The institution’s health initiatives are divided into six pillars of optimal wellness, including physical wellness, academic wellness, social wellness, spiritual wellness, emotional wellness and leadership wellness. The combined effects of these shall undoubtedly assist in superior leadership skills for students. With the continued support of ALA proponents such as Tunde Folawiyo and millions of others throughout Africa, the Academy will continue to propel young students toward a brighter future for Africa.