We wanted to create a multi-functional outdoor fitness area that was not only beneficial for the school to use, but a great inclusive environment for the community to benefit from.

Using multiples of different pieces of equipment and items that have more than one user at a time, will allow class teachers to create a fitness regime that fits in with the curriculum and include even larger class sizes. The area also creates a comfortable environment for friends meeting and being able to socialise and chat whilst working out. The full area is accessible through a grass mat surface in the area, with many items being accessible for individuals with mobility issues, through lower level activities and seated body positioning. Taking into consideration the picturesque surroundings, we wanted to blend the equipment into the area, and have chosen a forest green colour for all the equipment. There are benches close by the equipment for taking a break, or for rest periods between exercises, and a meeting point situated close by for those just wanting to enjoy the surroundings. All products are available in a variety of colours.

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A fun-sport station offering a real outdoor gym. Covers all dimensions of sport (Strength, Balance, Coordination, Cardio) and all levels of ability (from beginners to the experienced). The number, variety and diversity of the activities help to build user loyalty and this combination can accommodate many users at the same time.

With our Meeting Point, anyone can meetup or have a rest after a long workout. Not to mention the seats are at wheelchair height so everyone feels at home. Due to the multi-functionality of the new outdoor gym, users will strengthen their connection with others within the community.

Users who may struggle with motor disabilities have plenty on offer too, from the bench press to the squat (which converts into a shoulder press for those who use wheelchairs), these provides a real sense of inclusion and diversity within the design.

For Forres Community Outdoor Gym, we wanted to maximise the inclusive aspect within our design and allow people to meet, exercise, socialise, and most importantly, have fun! Acti’Fun products are designed to be motivating and engaging by incorporating play in sport. Across the fun-sport unit, we have installed multiple smartphone holders where users can listen to music with their gym buddies and take selfies to send to friends, family, and the rest of the community. Exercise is at the heart of health and wellbeing, and with the array of items on offer within our design, everyone and anyone will be able find their love for fitness through fun-sport.

Outdoor Fitness/Gym can be used by a full range of ages and abilities.  Young adults can actively strengthen their physical condition while working to improve their fitness and wellbeing.

Fitness stations are designed to enable simple exercises to increase tone, strength and flexibility in all muscle groups. The exercise elements utilise repetitive movements and the users’ weight to provide resistance.

The Fitness Station unit consist of the following:

• Pull Up Rack • Parallel Bars • Chin Up Bar • Tricep Dip • Push Up Bar • Leg Raise • Stepper • Jump Step • Sit Up Bench

Accommodating at least 8 users.

Bike                                                                                                                                               

Move your legs like riding a bike. Strengthens the muscles of the lower limbs and improves circulation.

Butterfly Sit comfortably and place legs onto the platforms. Hold both handles with your hands. Pull the handles towards your body in a smooth movement. Return the handles to the starting position. Strengthens the muscles of the arms, chest and back.

Leg Press                                                                                                                                

Seated position. Place legs on platforms. Straighten legs, smooth push away from device. Strengthens abdominal muscles, lower limbs, develops quadriceps, improves joint function and circulation.

Air Walker                                                                                                                                             

Place hands on handles / legs on the platforms. Straight back and move legs forward and backwards. Strengthens muscles in legs and abdomen.  Positive effect on the circulatory-respiratory system. Improves motor coordination.

Inclusive Hand Pedal                                                                                                                

Turning handles using hands. Strengthens muscles of hands, shoulders improving circulation.

Bench With Bike (inclusive)                                                                                                  

Bench with back rest.  Feet on pedals /start turning pedals. Strengthens/builds leg muscles, improves circulation.