“The Funky Cones appeal to all ages and abilities and enable skills development, coordination and concentration training, thus add value to existing physical activity. They definitely add an exciting new dimension to our work and the kids absolutely love it! “
Active schools team Dumfries & Galloway

“There are almost limitless applications for this basic technology not only in Primary School PE classes, but also in secondary schools, nurseries and after school activities…Even children that are more interested in computer games and modern technology than sports and spend most of their time in front of a computer will be fascinated by the electronics in this game and might become interested in sports and physical activities again.”
Gillian Thomson, Curriculum Development Officer, Falkirk Council

“…the cones are very engaging and a fun way to improve fitness levels.”
Angela Pearson, Class-teacher Newton Primary, Dunblane

The Research – What the Experts Say

An independent study by the Scottish Institute of Sport has confirmed the benefits of using Funky Cones in Physical Education classes.

Quantitative and qualitative data was gathered before, during and after an intervention period in which Funky Cones were used by a cross section of classes in PE.

For the quantitative analysis a customised test was designed by the Scottish Institute of Sport to measure speed, agility and decision making capabilities of a cross section of primary school children. The two classes per age group were tested before and after a five week intervention period and performance data recorded. During the intervention phase one group used the Funky Cones concept in PE classes while the control group continued with their traditional gym activities. The recorded performance data was then analysed and compared. The results are shown in the graphs below.

To enable a more complete review of Funky Cones, qualitative research assessing the overall benefits of the concept was carried out utilising various in depths questionnaires. One set of questionnaires was completed by teachers after each individual PE class to record observed behaviour patterns of children playing Funky Cones games. Another questionnaire was completed at the end of the pilot study assessing in details aspects such as form and function of the product, suitability for intended use, overall perceived benefits and level of desirability for schools. The graphs show a summary of the key outcomes.

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