When you operate an indoor recreation facility, whether as part of a school, church, or health club, then you must ensure you have a space that is both safe and fun for children. Of course, keeping kids safe and healthy by providing access to the right activities is important, but it also goes a long […]
Adding an indoor playground can help your business attract families and boost your revenue. Play areas give parents the opportunity to spend more time browsing and shopping. With childhood obesity rates at 18.5% nationally, you’ll also help parents give their children an opportunity to get more exercise and get away from the computer and TV […]
Do your kids spend all winter indoors because it’s chilly outdoors? Is your outdoor playground covered with ice? Do you live in a congested urban setting with limited outdoor spaces? Worry no more! Indoor playgrounds and kids indoor play structure units can provide your kids with ample and safe playing areas. Read on to get […]
If you operate a recreation facility of any kind, then it’s important to understand that there are a lot of different things you could be doing to improve the level of fun your visitors enjoy. Of course, it can also be a challenge to come up with the types of ideas that create the results […]
Exercise is important for children. Unfortunately, many children aren’t getting the amount or type of exercise that they require to live happy, fulfilling, and healthy lives. For recreational facilities, this may be a major concern and a challenge worth addressing. For these reasons, it is helpful to consider installing indoor playgrounds that encourage regular fitness […]
While it is no surprise that exercise is a critical part of any healthy lifestyle, the importance of starting an exercise habit in early childhood is often underestimated. If you operate any kind of recreational facility with indoor playgrounds, then you will love to know that there are many benefits to providing an environment in […]
Even if you acknowledge the importance of giving children access to healthy, fun activities, you may be lost on how to get started or where to look for equipment. If this sounds like you, keep reading to learn all about installing the best commercial indoor playground equipment that is sure to please parents and children […]
Kids are always out and about and keeping track of them is nearly impossible. Though indoor playgrounds allow you to monitor kids closely, there is still a high possibility of injury during their play. As such, it is important to maintain the correct safety precautions whenever you find an indoor playground for sale for your […]
As a society, we acknowledge the importance of regular exercise, both for adults and children alike. However, the rise of conditions such as obesity show that our institutions are failing to promote regular exercise that engage children in fun, physical activities. While there are many ways to go about solving this problem, both through education […]
Exercise should be something that children look forward to. A commercial indoor playground is an excellent way to make exercise fun again. If you’re curious about indoor playgrounds and how to go about installing one in your facility, then follow our simple guide and you’ll be well on your way. Helping Kids with an Exercise […]
Recently, kids have turned to televisions and video games, leaving the fun outdoor games to generations past. Unfortunately, this trend has contributed to a childhood obesity rate of 18.5% in the United States. Nonetheless, if you have health concerns for your kids and that of the community, you can start and run a commercial indoor […]
Indoor playgrounds for kids are rising in popularity, with dedicated indoor playgrounds appearing everywhere from churches and recreational centers to health clubs and dentists’ offices. It’s been proven that children who are physically active grow to be adolescents and adults who are physically active. And the importance of varied gross motor activity – such as […]
It is no secret that kids today often do not get an adequate amount of exercise, and many children 2-years-old and older are not engaging in the recommended one hour of moderate physical activity suggested by the American Heart Association. Because of this, obesity rates are on the rise and countless children are struggling with […]
With the national childhood obesity rate nearing 20%, and many children not reaching the Sports and Fitness Industry Association’s minimum standards for a healthy lifestyle, finding ways to keep children fit and active is more important than ever. By engaging in a physical activity that burns a high number of calories for 25 minutes just […]
Often times when you enter a restaurant, a doctor’s office, or a health club, there is an indoor playground for kids to play. This is used as a way to preoccupy kids and give parents a chance for some peace and quiet. It can boost the number of guests who visit your business, and it […]
Parents love seeing their children learn and master new skills. Some of these skills are developed around the home, like cleaning up, using utensils, and drawing. Other skills, such as physical skills, are developed outside of the home. This is where indoor playgrounds come in. Not only is an indoor playground a fun place for […]
The local fast food restaurants have an indoor playground. The popular gym in town has an indoor playground. The church down the street has an indoor playground. The daily daycare now has more than just dinosaur toys and books, they too have invested in the idea of commercial indoor playground equipment. The benefits abound […]
In the digital era, obesity and inactivity are becoming a serious problem for kids all across America. With the amount of technology kids have access to, fewer children are staying physically active, and this can actually harm their overall development. Studies have shown that it’s very important for children to stay involved in a variety […]
The American Heart Association suggests that kids over the age of two get at least one hour of moderate physical activity every day. Unfortunately, most children don’t meet that standard. Indeed, under a third of children hit the Sports and Fitness Industry Association’s definition of “active to a healthy level,” which is 25 minutes of […]
When the weather is yucky and you have kids cooped up inside, you might feel like you’re going crazy. What to do with rambunctious kids full of energy and nowhere to go? This is where commercial indoor jungle gyms can come in handy! Commercial indoor playgrounds can provide sweet relief for families (and kids) looking […]
With all of the social media and technology in the world today, kids and teens are getting less exercise across the board. Children and young adults are less active than ever before, leading to an increase in health problems related to inactivity. However, studies suggest that children who stay active at younger ages are more […]
It’s no secret that having a child and taking care of a child can be incredibly expensive. Almost one-third of families spend at least 20% of their total household income on child care, and that’s without considering all the various other expenses in having a child in the family. If child care is taking its […]
It’s a new year, and parents everywhere are pledging to stay more active this year as part of their resolutions. However, one factor that parents may be forgetting is how their children’s activity plays into their own, as well as making sure kids stay active too. If you’re looking to get and stay active this […]
Several studies have shown that in recent years, children are exercising and staying active far less than in previous generations. This lack of activity has led to an increased obesity rate, reduced physical fitness, and psychological struggles for children everywhere. Kids Not Getting Healthy Amounts Of Exercise Children in today’s world tend to […]
It’s no secret that kids have seemingly endless amounts of energy; children love to run and play, even if their parents or other adults can’t keep up. While this is all well and good when parents have time to play with their kids, it can be a nuisance for parents visiting your place of business. […]
It’s no secret that kids these days spend plenty of time on their technology. Several years ago, you would have never seen a young child sitting staring at a screen for hours a day, but now it’s an incredibly common sight. Two-thirds of parents worry that their child spends too much time on electronic devices, […]
It’s no secret that kids need to play, and often. Giving children the opportunity to run and play helps them develop cognitive and physical skills early on in life, and allows them to get much-needed exercise throughout the day. But could adding more opportunities for children to play help improve your business? Believe it or […]
Indoor playgrounds give children the perfect opportunity to do their daily exercising, which is something that’s very important. In fact, research suggests that if all current eight- through 11-year-olds in the U.S. exercised 25 minutes a day, three times a week, $62.3 billion in medical costs and lost wages during their lives could be avoided. […]
Commercial indoor play structures are the perfect tool to keep kids entertained while their guardians are handling other things. They give kids the chance to get all of their energy out while using their problem-solving skills and meeting new people. If you’re interested in starting an indoor playground, you may not know where to begin. […]
The safety of children is extremely important in any situation. But it’s even more important when they’re doing things like playing on commercial indoor playground equipment. Here are a few safety tips you should require the indoor playground users to follow. Adult Supervision is Necessary Whenever a child is using the playground, there must be […]
As summer quickly approaches, it’s almost time for kids to wrap up their school year and have their days completely free…to sit inside and stare at the television all day. Fortunately, getting kids active is actually a lot easier than you may think. Let’s take a look at a few ways kids can get healthy […]
Kids today spend far too much time in front of computers, phones, and TV screens. And this isn’t just a cliche concern voiced by parents and Baby Boomers. The Common Sense Media Report found that the average kid between the ages of 8 and 12 spends more than 4.5 hours staring at screens every day, a number […]
When thinking about ways to help your business succeed, installing an indoor playground may not be the first thing you think about. Yet for a variety of business, a quality indoor playground may be the perfect tool for occupying children of all ages for hours at a time. They can also help keep kids healthy, […]
Indoor playgrounds are perfect for children that are sick and in the hospital. It gives them the chance to run around and have fun, all without risking their health. While these are great tools for helping stressed children act like children for a little while, they can also be useful in another way. For children […]
It’s no surprise that children have a seemingly bottomless well of energy to draw from. While it can be exhausting at times, it’s part of their growth and health! The American Heart Association says that kids over age two should engage in a minimum of one hour of reasonably physically strenuous activity per day. Indoor […]
Remember the days when kids would get home after school and immediately run outside to play? Kids used to be so active! Now, many sit inside all day and play on their computers. Making sure children are active is so important, especially while they’re in the hospital or in a doctor’s office. However, that’s what […]
Children are always looking for ways to entertain themselves. In this day and age, it is not as simple as it used to be. In the good old days, you could give a child some jacks or set them loose to wander the neighborhood, and they would be entertained for hours. Not anymore. A great […]
As an adult, there’s a high chance that you had experience playing on a playground as a child. Not only was this most likely one of your favorite things, it also had many benefits for you that you probably weren’t aware of at the time. Because of the many different benefits of playing on a […]
Playgrounds are the perfect spot for kids to get energy out and be social. They can spend hours sliding down slides and swinging on swings. It’s no secret that playground units have certainly come a long way since wooden bases and metal sheets. Using commercial indoor playground equipment is the perfect way to let kids […]