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SPORT & PLAY imagination , & learn to overcome any anxiety & fears they may have .
Safety is therefore paramount . At Tayplay , we pride ourselves on premium quality rope play systems , which come with the usual stringent safety standard warranties & guarantees expected , & required within the children ’ s play industry . Our products are designed or certified to the industry EN 1176 safety standards with specific age groups in mind , with fall heights of no greater than 2m . Whether standalone or bespoke structures , they are created by our expert designers to ensure that children can play safely & securely , whilst still having fun , & using up lots of energy . They can climb high on our Activity Nets , safely spin on our Cone Climbers , & hover over the ground on our Levitators .
Our new TRAIL range offers no end of possibilities too , along with the flexibility to play on single , or linear structures . Our 3-dimensional TRAILs are ideal for children , & allow them to climb , whilst developing their imagination . They could be scaling the walls of DUART Castle , for example , searching for a fabled giant . They could be crossing the SKYE bridge in search of Bonnie Prince Charlie or Flora MacDonald . Or GLENFINNAN , following in Harry Potter ’ s footsteps ? They can join Tam O ’ Shanter as he races over BRIG O ’ DOON to flee the witches & warlocks . Whatever the inspiration , children ’ s general wellbeing is assured , as they use up energy , whilst still having fun . The benefits & advantages are endless !
What are the benefits of play to children ? Play is a natural process , which not only improves their health , however , also develops their cognitive & motor skills . Children learn through play , whether that be problem solving , improving dexterity , taking considered risks , or improving their spatial awareness , on safe & challenging play equipment . They can cooperate with their friends to learn great teamwork ; climb to the top of that magical mountain together , or meet at the top ? Even if the ‘ mountain ’ is actually a steel pyramid structure , fitted out with various climbing rope nets . It ’ s good for the mind & body . Through the fun & excitement offered by play , children grow in self-confidence , feed their
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