Inclusive Design Makes Spaces Better for All
For nearly a century, GameTime has pioneered the development of inclusive playgrounds and outdoor play products. Our mission is to make play and recreation fun and accessible for everyone. Here are some of our most popular and innovative products that people around the world love to use in their inclusive playground designs.
How We Work Together to Create Inclusive Spaces
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Listen and Learn
Every community is unique, and your inclusive playground solution should be, too. Our accessibility and inclusion experts will meet with you to better understand your needs, budget, and available space. From the first meeting to the grand opening, you'll have experienced and local support every step of the way!
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Design and Build
GameTime offers a comprehensive portfolio of inclusive playground and outdoor fitness equipment. Our design experts will help you select the right combination to design an outdoor recreation and play space that meets your needs. With local certified installers, you can be assured your inclusive playground will be built to our specifications and your expectations.
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Report the Results
Inclusive playgrounds that meet the requirements for National Demonstration Site status are part of a nationwide data framework. As your park is utilized, we compile the usage data into useful reports that show the positive impact you're making on the community.
Community Champions for Inclusive Play
7 Principles of Inclusive Playground Design
Expression Swing Universal
Create multigenerational play opportunities for adults and children of all abilities with an adaptive swing seat combined with our adult swing seat. The patented design provides the same face-to-face, eye-to-eye design that promotes attunement while at play.
Featured Inclusive Playground Projects
Partners for Inclusion
PlayCore's Center for Outreach, Research, and Education (CORE) partners with leading experts and scholars to develop guidebooks and curriculum to support inclusive play space design.
Utah State's Institute for Disability Research, Policy, & Practice (IDRPP) is a collection of four divisions and more than 150 projects related to disability nationwide.
Damian Buchman and the Ability Center are focused on buiding communities where all abilities are provided a universal opportunity for health, wellness and recreation.
Inclusive Play is dedicated to inclusive playgrond equipment that empowers children – no matter what their ability – to play together.
The Access Board is an independent federal agency that promotes equality for people with disabilities through leadership in accessible design and the development of accessibility guidelines and standards.
News from GameTime
Check out the latest inclusive news and announcements from GameTime.
GameTime, a leading provider of innovative playground equipment, is thrilled to announce our participation in the 2024 American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) Conference in Washington, DC. The conference, taking place on October 7-8, will offer landscape architects a unique opportunity to connect with industry experts, explore cutting-edge trends, and discover inspiring new solutions.
At GameTime's exhibit, Booth 3706, attendees will have the chance to experience the groundbreaking Aventus Tower. This revolutionary playground tower stands out as the industry's first fully accessible playgroud tower, designed to provide inclusive play experiences for children of all abilities. The Aventus Tower features a variety of accessible play elements, including ramps, transfer platforms, and sensory panels, ensuring that every child can enjoy the adventure of tower style playgrounds.
In addition to the Aventus Tower, GameTime will also showcase a range of other innovative playground equipment and resources. Landscape architects will have the opportunity to explore custom design options, learn about the latest trends in inclusive play, and discover tools and resources to help them bring their creative visions to life.
GameTime's commitment to accessibility and inclusivity extends beyond the Aventus Tower. The company offers a wide range of playground equipment designed to meet the needs of children with disabilities, including sensory play elements, wheelchair-accessible ramps, and inclusive play panels. By partnering with GameTime, landscape architects can create play areas that are not only beautiful and engaging but also truly inclusive.
The 2024 ASLA Conference provides an ideal platform for GameTime to connect with landscape architects and share our passion for creating accessible and inspiring play spaces. By showcasing the Aventus Tower and other innovative products, GameTime aims to inspire and empower landscape architects to design play areas that foster social inclusion, physical activity, and a lifelong love of learning.
Don't miss the opportunity to visit GameTime's exhibit at the 2024 ASLA Conference and discover how our innovative playground equipment can help you create truly exceptional play spaces.
Every community deserves an outdoor space that that empowers visitors to engage in play and recreation. Inclusive playgrounds create an environment where every parkgoer can thrive, participating in ways that highlight their unique strengths.
Fortunately, inclusive playground equipment doesn’t have to break the bank. Read on to learn more about our inclusive equipment offerings and how you can bring these enriching play experiences to your community.
Inclusive Swings
Have you noticed the increase in local parks and school playgrounds installing outdoor musical instruments? These installations go beyond providing additional play value. According to the Save the Music Foundation, “music has the potential to help students succeed in school, build self-confidence, and create leaders and well-rounded young people.”
In this blog, we will explore the benefits associated with playground musical instruments, from fostering inclusive play to integrating sensory play opportunities into the school curriculum.
The Benefits of Musical Play
Music has always been an inherently versatile medium, inspiring musicians to create melodies as a form of self-expression.