Children's playgrounds and sports grounds: original do-it-yourself designs

In addition to the usual small architectural forms - recreation areas with stove complexes, barbecues and gazebos, children's playgrounds are in demand in suburban areas. Small children frolic and slide down the slides, kids play in sandboxes, and older ones play sports. Moreover, the safety of children largely depends on the quality and thoughtfulness of the designs, and ease of use depends on versatility. It is not surprising that parents are often puzzled by the question of what is better: to make a children’s playground on their own or to purchase and install a purchased complex on the territory. In this article we will cover:

• How to make an original children's house with a sandbox, slide and swing.
• How to make a universal sports complex for children of different ages.
• What nuances need to be taken into account when making equipment for a playground.

Purpose

Universal sports ground for mini-football, basketball and volleyball

A universal sports ground combines a field for several team sports:

• football
• volleyball
• basketball
• hockey
• tennis
• badminton

This combination allows for significant savings.

However, many organizations at the planning stage are faced with the difficulty of drawing up a project and technical specifications in order to plan a construction estimate. In this article, we will analyze the stages of setting up a site, where you can save money without losing quality, and we will tell you how to create a project and select contractors for its implementation.

The first thing to do is to determine what sports the site will be intended for. Construction of a site based on a hockey court is approximately twice as expensive, so courts are most often built for mini-football, basketball and volleyball.

Features of the corner and requirements for it

Everything that concerns children should be safe and not harm their health. And here there are several points that are taken into account when creating a children's corner. Let's start with the fact that all structural elements must be reliable, strong and durable. All parts are connected to each other securely so that when playing sports the child does not fall and injure himself. In addition, the wall or other elements must be fixed to the floor or wall.

The second point concerns the finishing of products. All paints and varnishes or other compositions that will be used in the future for processing wood or metal must not emit toxic substances. Children will constantly be in contact with the elements, so their safety must be appropriate. Well, as we mentioned above, it is important to take care of mats and soft surfaces.

If we conclude, it is not difficult to make such a sports corner. It is only important to choose a suitable place and follow the instructions. Let’s say right away that to accommodate all the elements of the corner you will need at least 2 m2 and an additional 1 m2 of free space around for games and unhindered movement.

But the next question arises: what is included in the sports corner? To create a functional corner in the apartment, you cannot do without:

• Swedish wall;
• small horizontal bar/bars;
• gymnastic rings;
• swing or rope ladder;
• soft sports mat on the floor.

Below is shown what a full-fledged complex for children should look like.

Thanks to this set of sports elements, you can make a complete structure so that your child develops and leads an active lifestyle. Now let's look at how to create a corner with your own hands.

Dimensions of a universal sports ground

Scheme of a universal sports ground for mini-football, basketball and volleyball

Based on the purpose of the site, determine the size of the field. (The dimensions of the playing fields are given at the end of the article in the summary table)

The size of the site plays a decisive role in the final cost of the project. If we calculate very roughly, then the construction of a site from scratch on a turnkey basis for one sq. m. costs 3500 rub. Therefore, reducing the area due to out zones can save up to 300,000 rubles. Sometimes a slight reduction in the size of the playing field itself is acceptable. For example, reducing the length of a football field in the yard from 25 m to 20 m will make the game less tiring and more interesting for children, but at school it is possible to organize a sports section and hold competitions, and in this case it is better to respect the dimensions.

Let's sum it up

Constant training on exercise machines is the key to a child’s health from an early age, so experts recommend installing sports equipment even in a small room. Remember - even a little training is better than no training at all.

When decorating the interior of a small apartment, you need to carefully weigh all possible options in order to save as much free space as possible. This is especially true for a room that simultaneously serves as a bedroom and living room. How to choose the right design for a room of only 18 square meters. meters, you can find out on our website.

Planning a universal sports ground

For the site, it is better to choose a flat clearing 20*30 m.

If you have the opportunity, position the site so that there are no buildings with windows, playgrounds or parking lots at a distance of 30 m from the edge of the site - this will save on fencing.

If you are planning lighting, then to save money, orient one side of the sports field as close as possible to the electrical cabinet.

For a sports ground, it is undesirable to choose low-lying areas where water flows; if there are no other options, then you need to provide trays for water drainage around the perimeter.

How to choose a sports corner for children of different ages?

When choosing a sports corner for children, first of all, age characteristics are taken into account. So, from about four months, babies are prepared with a three-dimensional mat with buttons and toys - this will strengthen the baby’s muscular system.

Option for a sports area in a teenager's room

For children under 5 years old, a wall bars with stairs are suitable. Only the crossbars should be located at a distance of 20 centimeters. From about 6 years of age, it is already permitted to use any sports equipment. Therefore, the rungs on the stairs are placed at a distance of about 24 centimeters. In addition, a teenager will appreciate a press machine, a punching bag, and a high horizontal bar.

When should I buy a sports corner for my child?

Lighting for a universal sports ground

In many regions of Russia, daylight hours are long in the summer and short in the winter. If you are planning a site for summer sports (football, basketball), then it is quite possible that installing artificial lighting will be a kind of overkill that will allow children to play a couple of hours longer in the autumn, but at the same time the installation costs and the cost of electricity will be significant expenses . If you are building a hockey court, then lighting planning is necessary. In the technical specifications, plan a switch and automatic shutdown of the lighting after 1 hour, as well as a sign with instructions.

The height of the supports is 8 m. It is recommended according to VSN-1-73 “Standards for electric lighting of sports facilities” for class 3 sports grounds (for amateur competitions, training, school sports and leisure).

The spotlights are installed on a T-shaped bracket. Lighting standards:

— Volleyball, basketball and badminton courts: Enorm of at least 50 lux, with uniform illumination distribution of at least 0.33

— Football category 3: Enorm not less than 10 lux, with uniform illumination distribution not less than 0.33.

— Group and physical training grounds, areas for outdoor games, recreation areas for schools and educational institutions: Enorm not less than 10 lux.

The option with one lamp on a pole with a power of 100 W meets the standards for outdoor playgrounds for schools and educational institutions.

Lighting for a universal sports ground for hockey, basketball and mini-football

The option with two lamps on a 120 W pole satisfies the VSN-1-73 standards for such types of courts as: volleyball, basketball, badminton and football courts for 3rd grade.

A total of 4 supports are placed on the sides or corners of the site, or 6 supports on large sites. It is not worth placing the lamps at the ends (behind the gates), because... this greatly disturbs the players.

Solar-powered lamps - in most regions of Russia, will not cope with lighting, in addition, the panels of such lamps need to be wiped at least once a month, and given that the height of the supports is 8 m, this requires special equipment.

How to make a children's sports corner with your own hands?

Even a craftsman without professional skills can cope with the manufacture of a primitive design. If you have worked with a hammer or electric drill at least several times in your life, then there will be no difficulties.

Note! During the assembly and installation of a homemade structure, it is better to fix the maximum number of fasteners. Collapsing sports equipment can cause injury.

In the process we will need the following:

• boards;
• ropes;
• rope;
• fasteners;
• shovel cuttings;
• Sander;
• building level;
• electric jigsaw;
• milling cutter

You must first prepare the following materials

Prices for popular models of jigsaws

Jigsaw

The process of making a children's sports corner based on a wall bars: step-by-step instructions

Step one: first, cut the board to size (measuring the distance from the ceiling to the floor minus ten centimeters), and then sand it. Now these racks need to be connected with clamps and the location of the steps must be marked. Using a special attachment and an electric drill, we make holes along the marks, up to the middle of the depth of our boards. In order not to miscalculate the depth of the opening, you must first stick colored insulating tape onto the drill attachment.

The short parts will be part of a small monkey bars

Step two: now you need to take long posts and cut off an angle from them from the side of the wall for the baseboard.

This is what the cut should look like

Step three: next you need to connect these parts together. This is a crucial moment, because the level of reliability of the structure will depend on the strength of the connections. For such purposes, massive studs and nuts are used. In this case, openings must first be drilled for them; they must be located perpendicularly.

Four fasteners are enough

Step four: you need to fix the strips that will be steps into the prepared side parts. For safety, they are fixed to furniture confirmations. It is necessary to make holes in the end part and recess the fasteners inside. The fastening points can be hidden with decorative wood-like plugs or covered with paste.

This is what the parts connections look like

Step five: now you need to attach the structure to the wall to understand where to make the holes for the dowels.

We fix the base to the wall

Step six: after which it is necessary to make an additional ceiling fastening, because fastening to the ceiling is not enough, because over time the fasteners become loose. Therefore, we installed anchors in the ceiling, and then fixed rods with rings.

This is what a rigid fastening option looks like, in which the load on the wall bars will be correctly distributed

Step seven: after preparing the frame, you need to move on to the equipment. First we'll start with the rope ladder. It is necessary to prepare bars with a diameter of 3.5×2.5 centimeters. The length of the blanks should be about 30 centimeters. In this case, all edges must be processed using milling equipment and a grinding machine. On each crossbar it is necessary to place markings, retreating from the edge, five centimeters. There will be holes here that should be slightly wider than the rope.

It is necessary to drill holes according to the markings (otherwise the stairs will be uneven)

Step eight: now you need to take a rope and mark the location of the steps on it. Next, you need to put on the crossbar and tie a knot. In this way you can assemble the entire staircase.

We fix the ladder rungs on ropes

Step nine: now you need to secure the ladder on the ropes to the previously prepared hooks.

We fix additional equipment on the base

Video - DIY wall bars

Covering a universal sports ground

Construction of a sports ground on a concrete screed

Pillow device

Whatever site you choose for the device, you need to prepare a pillow.

To do this, soil is removed to a depth of 20 cm. When requesting, please indicate whether the soil needs to be removed or how far from the site it needs to be moved.

A layer of construction sand of 10 cm is laid (170 kg per sq.m. or 0.113 cubic meters), then a layer of geotextile 150 g/m and a layer of crushed stone fraction 20-40 mm. 10 cm thick (142 kg per sq. m. or 0.1 cubic meters per sq. m.).

Base structure

Depending on what the final coating will be, the following layers are arranged:

Screening layer 5 cm (85 kg per sq. m. or 0.056 cubic meters per sq. m.) - for rubber tiles 40 mm thick. or

Construction of a sports ground under 40 mm thick rubber tiles.

artificial grass.

Fine-grained asphalt 5 cm is one of the most economical coatings, however, laying asphalt requires road equipment and when constructing in remote areas, the cost of renting such equipment eats up all the savings. This option is well suited if large areas are being paved, such as courtyard driveways, roads, etc.

If this is a single and fairly distant object, then it is more profitable to make a concrete screed of 10 cm.

You can lay a rubber coating, both seamless and tiled, on both asphalt and concrete screed, and if you don’t have enough money right now, this can be done later.

The disadvantage of asphalt is that it is fragile for filling with ice; the disadvantage of concrete is that it generates a lot of dust.

Rubber covering for sports ground

The most universal is the rubber coating: bright, safe, comfortable, clean - the only drawback is the price. When calculating, ask for the cost of not only materials, but also installation and delivery to your address and unloading, because rubber coating is very heavy. Think in advance whether a truck will be able to drive to the site, and where the equipment will be unloaded.

Seamless tiles or rolls?

Seamless rubber coating can be used to highlight penalty areas in different colors, this

Seamless rubber coating for a universal sports field

It looks nice, but it doesn’t provide much value to players. Seamless rubber coating is lower in cost than tiles, but taking into account the cost of installation, the difference is 5-10%. It is much more important to understand that seamless rubber coating is less durable than tile. A thin layer of seamless rubber coating will wear out over time near the football goal and organizing repairs will require effort, time and money. Another important point is the installation period - at least 7 days; in addition, seamless coating cannot be installed in wet weather, so the period is often extended.

Roll coating is more durable and easier to install. The roll coating must be glued to the base, pre-treated with a primer for better adhesion of the glue. The disadvantage is the expensive cost of repair; if damaged, the entire strip is replaced.

Installation of rubber tiles is simple and due to the fact that the tiles are made using the pressing method, they are more

Covering a universal sports ground with rubber tiles

durable, repairs are also simpler, just replace the damaged tiles. Rubber tiles 40 mm thick. can be laid on a base made of screenings, rubber tiles with a thickness of 10 to 30 mm, laid on a concrete or asphalt surface. If there is a curb around the perimeter of the site, then the tile with a joint (for example, dovetail or tongue-and-groove) is simply laid (although in this case it is easy to remove for vandal purposes too), if there is no curb stone, then the tile is glued to the asphalt or concrete pre-treated with primer.

If you are planning a court for playing football and volleyball, then it will be more profitable to install artificial grass; it is cheaper.

Installing a corner in a room of different sizes

Of course, when choosing a suitable sports corner option, you need to take into account the size of the room. If the room is small, then it is recommended to choose an L-shaped design, because it will take up a lot of free space.

If you are not limited in space, you can create not only a sports corner, but also a mini-room for children's entertainment. In this case, it is recommended to choose a wall bars with a wide staircase.

Children's wooden sports corner

Covering a sports corner for children

When you decide on the type of material, you need to choose a color scheme, because in one room all objects should have the same color. It is better to make the design in the same colors as the rest of the furniture.

The quality of the finishing coating is of great importance. As practice shows, even durable paint cracks and falls off over time, so many people prefer to leave the frame unpainted.

Natural wood is varnished

Note! It is enough to cover wooden products with a layer of stain and varnish. If it is a metal structure, then it is first treated with a special anti-corrosion agent.

Fencing of a universal sports ground

In what cases is fencing needed:

• The fence, on the one hand, is installed to catch the ball (puck) for the convenience of the players, and on the other hand, to protect the surrounding people.
• If there are playgrounds, parking lots and building windows at a distance of 30 m from the edge of the site, a fence is installed.
• In rural areas, fencing is installed to protect the site from animals (such as cows), but such fencing does not have to be high.
• If there are ponds, swamps, thickets of thorny or poisonous plants near the site, ravines, cliffs or a road, in short, if getting the ball out of the site is dangerous or unpleasant, then a fence is also installed.

Height of the universal sports ground fence:

The height of the fence depends on the purpose of the field; the summary table provides recommendations depending on the type of sport. To save money, use uneven-high fencing or fencing not along the entire perimeter.

Types of fencing:

Nylon mesh

The most economical option, it stretches on fence posts and fits well in

Fencing a universal sports ground with mesh

cases when there is no need to install a fence, but for the convenience of the players it serves as a ball catcher. Also, a grid divides, for example, several adjacent fields. The disadvantage is its low strength; however, a broken mesh can be easily and cheaply replaced or repaired. The cost of the mesh section of the fence is 300-500 rubles, depending on the size and thickness of the thread.

Sectional fencing made from chain-link mesh

It is used primarily for fencing hockey rinks, because only a small cell size of 40*40 will delay the washer. Among the disadvantages, it should be noted that it tends to stretch out over time. Low cost is often achieved by welding the fence on site and hand painting the posts and frames, however this type of painting is very short-lived and quickly loses its appearance. When requesting chain link fencing, select the galvanized option or polymer powder coating of all metal parts, and also indicate that the fastening must be galvanized hardware. In this case, it is possible to guarantee long-term preservation of the aesthetic appearance with minimal maintenance, however, the cost will increase and approach the cost of 3 d fencing.

3D fencing for a universal sports ground

3D fencing

It is also an economical option for a sports field; a large selection of sections allows you to achieve any required height. The cost of such a fence is affected by the cross-section of the pillars. For a fence up to 3 m high, you can choose posts 60*60*2 with a 500 mm recess, for a height of more than 3 m. 60*80*2 with a 700 mm recess, for a height of more than 4 m 80*80*2 with a recess of 1000 mm. The thickness of the fencing rod is at least 4 mm.

Remote panels at the entrance

The entrance to the sports ground can be equipped with 1 or 2 gates. The cost of the gate varies slightly depending on its width from 800 mm to 1000 and the type of lock. If vehicles are planned to enter the site (for example, snow removal), then a gate must be provided.

To save money, the entrance is also fenced with remote panels, this will save from 3 to 6 thousand rubles for each entrance.

To calculate the price of metal fencing, also do not forget to request the cost of delivery to the construction site and calculate the cost of unloading. The cost of installing a fence higher than 2.5 m is 15-20% more expensive.

Hockey boards:

The cost of a hockey rink depends on the size, standard sizes of hockey courts :

• 15*30 m with a curvature radius of 5 m.
• 20*40 m with a curvature radius of 5 m or 7.5 m.
• 30*60 m with a curvature radius of 7.5 m.

The size of the hockey board is 2000*1220, the board is white, with a yellow bumper strip of 200 mm. and blue railings 50 mm wide.

The frame of a hockey box is always the same, made from a metal profile 40*25*1.5 and 50*25*1.5, but the material of the side can be different:

• Moisture-resistant plywood 9 mm thick. The main advantage of this option is the price, the main disadvantage is that they will have to be constantly tinted, and in regions with high humidity, the plywood will begin to delaminate over time. Cost from 320,000 rub.
• HDPE (low density polyethylene) 8 mm. The advantage is price and moisture resistance, they do not have to be tinted, but HDPE tends to ripple in the sun. If you are installing the platform in a shady place, then this is a good option. Cost from 380,000 rub.
• Fiberglass 5-7 mm. thickness 7 mm. for commercial use and stadiums, for courtyard or school playgrounds, thickness 5 mm. will do just fine. Cost from 480,000 rub. Strong and durable, resistant to moisture, sun, and do not fade.

In most cases, a single bead is installed, sometimes a double bead is installed for aesthetics to cover the frame.

Types of installation of a hockey box

Hockey box on jibs

On jibs - such installation is carried out on solid bases (concrete, asphalt), this design will save not only on the cost of the box, but also on the cost of installation. The disadvantage is the increase in the installation area and, accordingly, an increase in the area of ​​the prepared coating by approximately 5%. Also, the jibs create inconvenience for passers-by and for cleaning.

Hockey box on concrete pillars

On support posts is a convenient option when installation goes into the ground, such installation looks more neat and does not cause the above inconveniences, but increases the cost of both the box itself and the cost of installation, and even savings on concrete screed, as a rule, do not cover additional costs for installation on posts. The columns are mounted to a depth of 0.7 m and if there are communications underground, then special permits must be obtained.

Hockey box with double base

Double base - fastening is carried out using a pressure plate to the embedded part, or to a driven anchor. This is the most expensive frame option, but with inexpensive installation. Reduces installation footprint and is therefore a prime option for installation in indoor arenas.

Manufacturers

Among the many successful DSC layouts, there are several popular options at an affordable price.

Young athlete

A manufacturer from Russia offers to purchase a compact design. It brings together the most popular basic elements: rings with a crossbar, ladders, swings, rope and horizontal bar. The structure is metal and reliable, with a total weight of 100 kg. Due to the adjustment of individual parts, children of any age can play and train on it. Nearby you can put a children's inflatable pool with a slide for the garden.

From the manufacturer Young Athlete

This complex is safe so that the three-color ropes do not fray, they are equipped with plastic reels, rubber plugs are installed on the mounting bolts, and the swing is mounted on a chain on a closed bearing support.

The racks of the structure must be concreted; its cost is 9,300 rubles.

NOVEL "Climbing Wall"

It is designed for active games in the country. It takes up a lot of space, but it’s convenient for children to move around in it, and they won’t collide with each other while playing. The main elements of the complex develop the child’s dexterity, strengthen his hands and train the muscles of the legs and arms.

Sports complex ROMANA "Climbing Wall"

The complex includes:

• Swedish wall;
• basketball backboard;
• separate rope and gymnastic rings;
• climbing shield;
• swing.

The weight of the structure is 80 kg, and its cost is 24 thousand rubles.

Midzumi Yokina ko

This trading house in its DSK model provided two components:

1. metal frame and hanging swing on it;
2. two stairs connected to each other by a monkey bars; one of the stairs has a mobile horizontal bar.

Hinged rings or rope can be added to this design.

From the manufacturer Midzumi Yokina ko

A metal structure with wooden parts, which must be concreted into the ground, can support up to 100 kg. And it costs 12,300 rubles. And nearby you can install inflatable children's pools for babies, but this information will help you understand how to do this.

Equipment for a universal sports ground

Combining several playing fields is economical, but I would like to write separately that when investing heavily in the construction of sports fields, sometimes the result will be questionable due to the location and design of sports equipment: basketball backboards (namely backboards, not stands) behind the football goals, very a lowered basketball hoop, volleyball posts right in the middle of a playing football field. Everywhere you can see some small half-gnawed basketball backboards, on which it is impossible to train a side kick, the lack of markings at least for practicing free kicks - all this greatly reduces the value of the court for athletes.

Types of equipment:

• Stationary - installed in the ground and concreted, such equipment is considered vandal-proof and
  Universal sports ground with attachments

  most economical in cost.

• Removable - glasses are installed and concreted into the ground; if necessary, such equipment can be removed (for example, to fill a skating rink), and then installed again. If you plan to use removable equipment, consider where it will be stored.
• Mobile - such equipment is made on wheels and when the game changes, the unnecessary is rolled to the side.
• Built-in - used to save money on small sites (sites without safety zones). This includes basketball backboards mounted on fence posts (basketball trusses), fence gates with small extensions, and fence posts are used instead of volleyball posts.

Sports equipment standards:

Mini football goals

Goal for mini-football, internal size width 3 m, height 2 m. Goal bar made of profile 80*80

Junior football goal

Internal dimensions: width 5 m, height 2 m. Gate rod made of profile 80*80

Football goal

Internal dimensions: width 7 m, height 2.4 m. Gate rod made of profile 80*80

Basketball stand with backboard and hoop

Ring diameter 450 mm, red color, safety loop system on the ring for attaching the mesh. Shield width 1800 mm, shield height 1050 mm. The shield can be made of moisture-resistant plywood with a thickness of at least 12 mm or plexiglass. The distance of the shield is at least 1.2 m from the stand. The height of the ring is 3.05 m as standard, but for small children this is very high; for the yard you can set the height lower, or consider height-adjustable options.

Volleyball stands

The height of the mesh attachment is 2.43 m for men, 2.24 for women, 2.1 m for teenagers and 1.8 for children. Additionally, loops are at a height of 1 m for a tennis net and 1.55 for a badminton net. The racks can also be equipped with mesh tension rollers.

Hockey goal

Height 1200, distance between posts 1830 mm.

The gate is made of a metal pipe with a diameter of at least 50 mm.

We recommend choosing powder-coated structures with galvanized fasteners.

Include nets for basketball, football and volleyball in your request.

How to save:

The season is important; in the winter months of January and February, installation is impossible in most parts of the Russian Federation, but you can request proposals and start drawing up a contract. Please note that the prices indicated in the offer in January and February will be valid until the end of April at most, then all suppliers traditionally raise prices. You can also get a decent discount by scheduling installation in early spring. Installation requires positive temperatures and dry weather. When planning the timing, you should take into account the period of ban on the movement of heavy trucks.

The most unfavorable time to implement a project is from June to October. During this period, not only will prices be as high as possible, but also the execution time will be longer.

Most organizations try to conclude one contract for all types of work, because... this gives a single guarantee, but by dividing the contract separately for excavation work, separately for installation of equipment and separately for the supply of rubber coating, you can significantly reduce costs.

Summary table of sizes:

Selection of material

Horizontal bars for a sports ground at a summer cottage are made from metal pipes of different shapes and diameters. Wooden elements are often used to create children's structures. The steps of a rope ladder can be made of wood or rope, and the beams, supporting parts, and crossbars are made of iron profile and round pipes. The parts are pre-treated with an anti-corrosion compound and then covered with a layer of paint. Dyeing in stages makes it possible to prevent damage to the material.

Pipes of various sizes and shapes are used for horizontal bars

Additional details

Rope parts, swings, rings and some other devices are provided in a large assortment. Purchasing ready-made parts greatly simplifies the construction of a sports ground and time costs.

To make your own wooden elements you need equipment. The parts are carefully sanded, since poor processing can easily result in a splinter. Next, all parts are covered with a primer layer, and then wood varnish or paint. Coating compositions are selected taking into account the strength of the layer, as well as the influence of atmospheric weather conditions.