Play that strengthens body and mind

In the kindergarten in Sula, Norway, there are lots of opportunities for exciting and varied play. The kindergarten is located close to the seaand the forest and even animals. Rampline was commissioned to renew the outdoor areas by adding play equipment for physical play. In proximity of the play area there is also bird’s nest swing, a slide, a sandpit as well as benches for role play. Rampline’s equipment is designed specifically to trigger the physical play that stimulates balance, motor skills and the important communication between body and mind. The playgrounds are designed to offer entry level as well as more advanced challenges. The children will constantly find new ways to use the motor skill park as they grow older through the important years in kindergarten.

Cooperation and mastering

The Rampline play equipment provides mixed stimulation of balance and motor skills. The slackline can be used sitting down, lying or walking and thus it challenges body and brain. Rampline’s balance balls tilt and rotate – which requires the child’s full attention. The jump pads are spring-loaded and make children jump and run while challenging their balance. Balancing the narrow balance beam feels safe due to the low height and a shock absorbing padding on top. The in-ground trampolines add opportunities for high paced play.

– In addition, we experience that the play equipment allows for creative activity. The children discover their own ways of using the devices, says general manager Randi Alnes.

Different ground covers in combination

Safety and durability is important, but combining different ground covers is also inspiring and stimulating for the childrens’ play. The wet pour rubber cover is designed with visual patterns and colors inspired by nature. The asphalt tracks are great for cycling. Small waves along the tracks increase speed and offer some challenges. Paving stones provide a visual framing of the wet pour area and create zones with a firm cover that work well for playing with sand and for role play. Natural rocks has been used as an affordable and easy way to create diversity and are elements that children love. The end result is a playground with a rich variety of materials. Rampline’s partners in the project were Tilseth, contractor, and Safeplay responsible for the wet pour rubber.