Though far from its modern day look, playground climbers have been a cherished fixture since the early 1900s. Everyone holds fond memories of scaling climbing structures throughout their childhood.

With each passing year, playground climbers evolve, each iteration capturing the essence of its time – and none embody the spirit of 2024 quite like the Catalina Climbing System. Read on to learn more about Catalina and inspire new playground design ideas.

 

Catalina Playground Climbers

Catalina utilizes a modular design approach to create tailored climbers that bring out the best in every environment. With its nautical-inspired aesthetic, Catalina adds a splash of theming to your playground, transforming outdoor spaces into captivating play destinations.

Catalina can be utilized in several ways:

  • Attach Catalina to a Play Structure: Catalina is designed to easily integrate with any PowerScape® or PrimeTime® play system. Select from a wide array of attachments to blend Catalina into your composite play structure.

 

 

  • Link Areas of Your Playground: Catalina offers flexibility in size and height, making it perfect for connecting different areas of your playground. Whether positioned near a deck for ground-to-deck climbing or installed between two play systems as a bridge or link, Catalina presents a multitude of design possibilities.

 

 

  • Make it a Freestanding Activity: Integrating freestanding play elements not only expands your play area but also elevates the overall play experience. You can tailor your Catalina with a diverse selection of components to meet the needs of your community.

 

 

GameTime also offers preconfigured play systems that already weave Catalina within their design. Learn more about each system to uncover its unique features.

 

Catalina Design Features

At the heart of Catalina lies its innovative modular design, offering a spectrum of possibilities tailored to suit any playful space. From a thrilling obstacle course to a nurturing space for toddlers to hone their climbing skills, Catalina adapts effortlessly to various configurations, granting unparalleled design flexibility.

The Catalina also utilizes multiple hand and foot holds to empower children to explore different routes of travel. This helps foster a developmental continuum where children can conquer different areas of the climber as they gain more confidence in their abilities.

Catalina is also a sensory-rich experience. Each attachment features unique tactile details, enriching the climbing experience with a variety of different textures. These textures also help facilitate crawling or scooting as children transfer from their mobility device and onto the climber, allowing everyone in your community to learn and grow together!

 

 

Build Beyond Boundaries

GameTime's Catalina is a versatile addition to any playful space, easily integrating as an attachment, connecting element, or standalone climber. With its distinctive modular design, the Catalina not only provides a wide array of customization options but also empowers every community to create a climber that appeals to everyone.

Want to learn more about the Catalina Climbing System? Contact a GameTime representative today to learn more about how you can integrate Catalina into your playground design!