Why Slides Should Be More Than Just ‘Slides’—The Future of Play Equipment

Slides are fun, right? You zip up and whoosh down the slide so quick! But did you know that slides don’t have to be just slides? They can be so much more! Here at Amirplay, we think the future for play equipment is amazing. Let’s look at why slides should be more than simply 'slides’.

Innovative Design Changing How Slides Work

We are playing differently, thanks to creative designs. No longer a bland slider, the newbies feature curves and bends, loops and tunnels — even water! These cool new ones make playtime even more enjoyable. One never knows what will happen next on these wild slides in the park or playground!

The Evolution of Play Equipment

The days of our parents’ fancy play equipment are long gone. At that time, the only equipment were simple swings and slides. But now, there are so many different kinds of play equipment to enjoy. From climbing walls to zip lines, the choices are endless for children. Play equipment has evolved which means that kids can have even more fun and stay active while playing.

The Benefits of Modern Slides

But there is more to modern slides than a child’s fun. They’re also great for kids. Sitting on the slide helps develop balance, coordination and control. It is also a good way to find fresh air and exercise. And, of course, slides require children to think creatively and pretend as they play. So the next time you come across a slide, don’t just have fun with it but also remember that its good for your health!

If We Are Going to Provide Equipment, Make Sure Everyone Can Use It

We feel at Amirplay that play equipment should be accessible to all. It’s why we design our slides and other play structures to be inclusive. We have ramps and handrails on the slides for kids with mobility issues, special seats on our swings to accommodate kids with disabilities. We wish that these wings were spread all over the world so that everyone could join in on the fun!

Play Equipment and the Future of Playgrounds

Play equipment isn’t just for fun — it’s also a sign of how recreation is evolving. And as children are playing on ever more creative slides and other equipment, they are picking up crucial skills — including investment in math and science; learning how to question, push back or get out from under when authority is unjust or abusive; persistence; teamwork (springs and levers make a slide one of the few things that can be operated alone or with others); problem-solving. These are skills that will prepare them to succeed in school, work and life. That means the next time you go on a slide, know that you are also in training for a bright future!

The point is, slides should barely be ‘slides’ at all . They should be exhilarating, welcoming and positive for kids. Innovative designs, contemporary features and an emphasis on accessibility — that's how play equipment is changing the landscape of recreation. So let’s glide through the future together, thanks to Amirplay, and make use of all this great development playground equipment!