Our Favourite Commercial Playground Swings

Swings have long been a playground staple and they continue to offer hours of fun and physical activity for children of all ages. Swinging back and forth is more than it seems. This simple motion fuels the nervous system with visual, vestibular, and proprioceptive information. Children learn how their body moves though space, the speed of movements they like, and the motor planning necessary to resist or increase active movement. Swinging also builds core and grip strength by holding onto the swing and can improve coordination when a child learns to pump their legs and swing by themselves. There are emotional benefits to swinging, too. Often this simple activity helps calm an overstimulated child.