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Sway Fun® Glider

The SwayFun is an all inclusive multi-user play event. Children work together by shifting their weight in unison and causing the entire unit to sway back and forth. The event allows at least enough space for two wheelchair users to enjoy the group fun.

Features:
  • First wheelchair-accessible/inclusive glider to meet all safety standards
  • Accommodates children using a mobility device. Room for wheelchairs and/or strollers.
  • Gentle swaying motion perfect for all ages provides vestibular input
  • Table position allows those using wheelchairs to make the entire play feature sway back and forth.

This muilt-user swaying component is available attached to a ramped PlayBooster structure or as an independent play component accessed by a ramp.

This group glider allows greater accessibility for children of all abilities, especially those with special mobility needs, access to the large swaying platform for great peer to peer play. Creates equitable access for children and grown-up companions of all abilities.

Age Range: 2 to 5 years, 5 to 12 years
Features:
  • 12" incline provides access to Sway Fun from ground to deck
  • 42" wide ramp is wheelchair accessible
  • Available with curbs, guardrails and barriers
  • Brown TenderTuff™-coated perforated-steel plank
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Developmental Benefits: Learn More

Proprioception: Core muscle groups are engaged in order to move the Sway Fun® Glider. Benches and wheelchair accessibility allow for various levels of involvement.

Vestibular: Experience linear movement, back and forth, at different speeds based on number of riders.

Motor Planning: Coordination of movement with their peers is required to stay in motion. Planning, organizing and problem solving is part of the fun of group swinging/swaying.

Social/Imagination:  Seating design encourages social engagement and interaction Provides opportunities for pretend play scenarios and group participation.
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  • Inclusive Playgrounds
  • About Us
    • Partnerships >
      • Build Jakes Place
      • Miracle League
      • Shane's Inspiration
      • Star Institute
  • Inclusive Play
    • Facts of Inclusivity
    • Play Engages The Senses
    • Inclusive Playground Design
    • Development Skills
    • Safety Surfacing
    • Sample Inclusive Play Designs
    • Inclusive Play Literature
    • Inclusive Project References
  • Inclusive Play Products
    • Sliding
    • Spinning
    • Climbing
    • Swinging
    • Sensory Play Elements
    • Sensory Panels
    • Rocking-Bouncing-Balancing
    • Overhead Events
    • Tunnels
    • Bridges and Ramps
    • Nature Inspired Play
    • Symbol Communication Sign
    • Unique Structures
    • Smart Play Structures
    • Fabric Shade Structures
  • Videos
  • Resources
    • Playground Grant Resources
    • Main General Recreation Website
    • Community Build Playgrounds
  • Contact Us
  • More
    • Blog
    • Privacy Policy
    • Legal