Ghanaian dance scholar, Dr Bright Terry Ofosu, has shared insights into the deep satisfaction he derives from teaching dance, describing it as more than just a profession.
Speaking in an interview on Breakfast Daily on Channel One TV with Chris Kata, the University of Ghana lecturer opened up about how his lifelong passion for dance seamlessly blends into his academic work. Reflecting on his experience in the classroom, Ofosu explained that teaching dance feels natural and enjoyable rather than burdensome.
The former National Dance Champion emphasized that turning passion into a career brings a unique kind of fulfilment, noting that few things compare to earning a living from what one genuinely loves.
“For me, I think it’s fulfilling. I love dancing. I have grown up a dancer, and so teaching becomes something like a leisure activity for me. I walk into the class and I just flow.
“There’s nothing so fulfilling as doing something that you love as your career and you’re being paid for it,” he said.
Beyond personal satisfaction, Ofosu highlighted the vibrant energy students bring into his work. According to him, the diversity of personalities in his classes makes each teaching experience dynamic and engaging.
“It’s exciting working with students and having all kinds of students, those who are crazy, those who are normal, those who are docile, those who are all over the place and what have you. So it’s very exciting,” he shared.
Dr Bright Terry Ofosu remains a key figure in Ghana’s dance space, successfully transitioning from national acclaim as a performer to shaping future talents through education at the University of Ghana.
