Playground Equipment
Building Playful Communities Since 1929
Playground Equipment For Every Space and Budget
Since 1929, GameTime has been a pioneer in the commercial playground equipment industry. From the first commercially available inclusive playgrounds to cutting-edge custom playground designs, GameTime has a rich heritage of innovation.
All of our playgrounds equipment, playground surfacing, park amenities, and other play and recreation products are constructed from the highest quality materials and backed by the industry’s best warranty and customer service.
Case Study
Trailside Park
Snyderville, UT
Playground Equipment Design Resources
GameTime has been designing playground equipment since 1929 -- that's almost a century! We manufacture and design playground equipment for communities and families throughout the world. We partner with play researchers to accumulate a wealth of knowledge about what playground equipment you should choose and how to design the best playground for your community. Our local playground equipment experts are excited to be your partners in play.
Play Systems
You'll find the perfect play structure for any site in our vast selection of play systems, appealing to kids of all ages and abilities. Our playground equipment is covered by one of the industry's best warranties.
Balancing
We offer more than just the standard balance beam for kids -- our balancing play equipment options range from ninja steps to hanging pods.
Climbers
Our climbing play equipment comes in all shapes and sizes -- from rock climbing walls to DNA climbers to net climbers. Add climbing playground equipment to your park or school playground to help keep kids active.
Motion & Spinning Playground Equipment
If a play structure includes motion play equipment like our Xcelerator or spinning leaf seats, kids are sure to play for years to come.
Music & Sound
Add music and sound to your play structure so kids can enjoy auditory play.
Nets
Add nets to your play space and add hours of entertainment.
Slides
What kind of playground slide are you looking for? A winding spiral slide, or a sleek, fast zip slide? A metal slide, or a plastic slide? GameTime offers a wide variety of playground slides.
Signs
All playgrounds need proper signage, and GameTime offers attractive sign options.
Preschool Products
Add preschool play equipment like sand and water tables and crawl tubes to invite preschool-aged children to your play structure.
Swings
Playground swings are sure to take your play structure to a new level.
Zip Lines
Add a zip line to your playground, and create an epic adventure.
News from GameTime
Check out the latest news and information about playground equipment from GameTime
While building a park in any capacity is valuable, research suggests that outdoor recreation spaces flourish when their design is founded in research, supplemental programming is offered, and stakeholders actively participate in the planning process.
National Demonstration Sites (NDS) are playgrounds that showcase leadership in best practice design, support health-related initiatives, and collect data that stakeholders can use to understand the sites’ impact on the community. Through five distinct categories, the NDS program facilitates the translation of research into practical implementation at local parks.
Read on to learn more about the NDS program and its five categories.
Play On!: Youth Physical Activity
Experience the excitement of Play On!® playgrounds, where innovative equipment turns fitness into fun!
Developed by our parent company, PlayCore, in collaboration with Shape America, the Play On! curriculum is designed to tackle sedentary lifestyles and promote youth fitness.
Many parents around the world have noticed that as their children get older, they tend to spend more time indoors, trading playgrounds for video game lobbies. While the desire to play and connect with peers remains strong, many outdoor spaces don’t fully support the evolving interests of children as they age.
Designing play spaces that grow with children is key to fostering lifelong engagement. As interests and play styles change, we’re committed to creating inclusive, dynamic environments that nurture growth, inspire discovery, and keep play meaningful and enriching at every age.
The Lifelong Benefits of Play
It’s important to consider the needs of different age ranges when designing your new playful space. According to the National Institute for Play, engaging in physical play enhances cognitive flexibility, reduces stress, and fosters social connections at any age. Studies also show that play contributes to positive mental health, physical well-being, and overall better quality of
An engaging play environment starts with a solid foundation. Playground surfacing is essential for accessibility and for the long-term success of your play space. GameTime offers a wide range of high-quality playground surfacing options tailored to meet the unique needs of your project and your community.
GT Impax Playground Surfacing
GT Impax playground surfacing offers unmatched flexibility and the trusted support of experienced representatives and certified installers. No matter your needs, budget, or project size, we’ll help you choose the right solution - one that enhances durability and creates a welcoming, inclusive space for everyone.
All GT Impax products are tested to meet the standards of the American Society for Testing and Materials, including ASTM F1292 for impact attenuation (fall safety) and ASTM F1951 for wheelchair accessibility.
GT Impax is specifically engineered for GameTime playground equipment.
Comparing Surfacing Options
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