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A playground can bring fun and stimulate exercising to cities, condos, and 50+ or 55+ communities. Implementing one seems complicated, but it can be easier than you might think. Yet one common question is: how do I choose the best playground equipment?
Here in this text, we will answer the main questions about playground equipment and help you make the best decision to implement it in your community.
But before answering all these questions, we want to quickly reinforce how the playground is a great resource and a good idea for the little ones and the elderly. After all, it offers direct access to these people, who will no longer need to leave the condominium or community, offering safety and convenience.
These are the main questions and doubts about implementing a playground:
1- What is the most popular playground equipment?
2 – What are the types of equipment in the playground?
3 – How much does playground equipment cost?
4 – What is the safest playground equipment?
5 – What are the benefits of playgrounds for seniors?
Probably they are the same as you have, right? So, here are the answers to these top questions about playground equipment, answered by our specialists:
The most common equipment can vary between location regions, user ages, and goals with the devices. Generally, these machines are grouped into different combinations:
– Climbing equipment
– Equipment for older kids
– All-inclusive equipment
– Unique equipment
– Outdoor fitness gym
If you want equipment that pleases children to the elderly, you should have equipment from all these categories, making your playground more complete.
Now, if you’re just searching for children’s equipment, the most popular ones are:
Slides
Climbing Options
Swings
However, If you want to focus on adults and seniors, you should build something like an outdoor gym. In this case, the most popular models of equipment are:
Jogging simulator
Horseback riding
Ski simulator
Rowing simulator
Surfing with leg press
Vertical rotation with double diagonal
Here on this page, you can better understand how these devices work and details like it’s weight, dimensions, and benefits.
As we showed you above, it depends on your goal, the age of the users, and what you want to offer them.
From swings to rowing simulators, it depends on what your audience wants!
There is often an area focused on children and another one aimed at adults and seniors in condominiums.
In 50+ communities, the focus is on devices you can exercise, such as the Rowing simulator and Surfing with leg press.
What you can not forget, regardless of your choice, is to work with a reliable supplier that offers equipment with durable and resistant materials and, of course, carry out preventive and constant maintenance.
Again, it will depend on how many devices you want to implement and, of course, the quality of material and service.
Under no circumstances choose suppliers that are not trustworthy or that build devices with low-quality materials. This is crucial for the safety and health of everyone who will be using this equipment.
Working with companies that offer a satisfaction guarantee, payment up to 12 months, and guaranteed best prices can also be a good idea!
Here we will talk about some materials for you to avoid, either in the equipment itself or in the space/area where they will place, as they tend to be less safe than those used by companies committed to the security of users.
They are:
Grass: It may not be the best decision for a rainy fall or a harsh winter. Have you ever thought about stepping on frozen grass? It’s not pleasant and safe for anyone.
Loose-fill rubber: Not suitable following ADA guidelines
Wooden boards: You can find wooden boards near swings and other equipment on some playgrounds, but it is not the safest option as a fall on this type of material can cause injuries and fractures.
Now that you know what to avoid, what types of materials should you prioritize in your playground? Let’s list some:
– Equipment made from high quality and durable metal
– With a Family-driven concept that cares about everyone’s safety
– Created to be eco & user-friendly, being good for the planet and for those who will use it
Having assistance and teams willing to explain and answer all your doubts can make all the difference. Invest in it!
In this article that you can read in our blog, we discuss the benefits of a playground for older people. Let’s talk about some of them:
1 – User-friendly and safe devices: Older people tend to see this type of equipment as easier to use than those found in gyms, for example. This encourages the performance of physical activities safely and independently.
2- Provide fun and socialization: a playground can encourage friendships and group activities, which help with older people’s well-being and mental health, especially those who live alone or far from their families.
3- A safer option in the pandemic: the elderly do not need to commute to a gym and contact many people outside the community, as the playground is indoors. Plus, they can exercise outdoors with less risk to their health.
Did you realize that a playground for seniors can also be attractive for a condominium or community?
Now that you know a lot more about playground equipment, how about getting in touch with one of our consultants and receiving a free consultation? Our experts are waiting for you!
Just click here: talk to the Ginast team!
