The vast majority of babies love to jump, run and climb. For them, even in supermarkets, special places are created where, while waiting for their parents, they can spend their energy. In order for such physical activity to be at any time of the year, special children's sports corners for the home have been invented.
They can be purchased in retail chains, in online stores or made on your own, since there are plenty of instructions today.
Movement is health, therefore, from a very early age, you should teach your children to lead an active lifestyle. Often, parents leave the child to choose the games of his own interest, which in many cases really justifies itself. Although spending time together is very often beneficial for the development of the baby.
If there is enough space in the house or apartment, it is best to allocate 2-3 sq. meters of area. The child will quickly get used to it, and will perceive it adequately. You can start acquainting him with shells at the end of the first year of life.
At this age, children almost do not perceive possible dangers, so they must be insured, especially if they decide to climb high. Also, try to make the child take their actions seriously, not get distracted or laugh, distracting attention.
Advice: if a child alone is engaged in a sports complex, which is possible not earlier than 3 years from birth, and you heard how he fell and screams, you should not run to him immediately, and when after that he is silent - drop everything and quickly run to him ...
DSK
Children's sports corners or complexes are good because they can be completed as you need. Assembly instructions are usually included with the product. You should not immediately fill the space with all sports equipment, it is better to do this gradually, as the baby grows.
DSC consists of sports equipment, which is selected according to the age of the child, and the main frame is a children's sports ladder, it is often called "Swedish wall". Most of the elements of the corner are attached to it.
In this case, the age of the baby is taken into account so that the step of the steps corresponds to it. Subsequently, a simple complex can be organically supplemented with more complex elements.
Sports corners need to be strong enough to support even the weight of parents when they decide to show children how to exercise. Therefore, when choosing a DSC, pay special attention to this component. Activities together help to establish contact with the child and get closer to him.
In addition to the wall bars, the main parts of the children's complex include:
- Gymnastic rings... They allow you to develop the vestibular apparatus, help to strengthen the muscles of the arms, back, abdomen and legs. When choosing, one should give preference to non-slippery materials so that the baby's hands do not slip off them.
- Rope... A complex gymnastic apparatus, but it realizes children's desires to climb somewhere or hang somewhere. And even if the height of the standard ceiling is only 2.4 m, this is quite enough for the child to be able to strengthen many muscles of the body, become more resilient and, to some extent, not only stop being afraid of heights, but also control his fear.
- Swing... Rather, it is not a sporting element, but a delight, especially for the smallest ones. However, even he will teach children to control their movements. Just do not forget that it is necessary to allocate enough space for the swing.
- Horizontal bar... One of the simplest, but very necessary sports equipment.With its help, many muscle groups are strengthened, the spine is straightened, which often stimulates the child's growth organs.
- Rope sports ladder for children. A simple and at the same time complex projectile, which is not so easy to climb. In children's games and fantasies, the rope ladder will become an integral companion. Mesh can be an alternative, but it requires a lot more space.
- Balance beam... Not always used in home sports corners, as there is always not enough space for them. But, with its help, the child will be able to begin to control the sense of balance.
- Nest... Another interesting accessory for games, which is usually placed at the very top, and the bottom is made soft, usually wicker.
- Sports mats... Child safety comes first. Soft mats significantly reduce injuries, while teaching children to fall correctly, which is important.
Advice: if from the first lessons you can instill in your child responsibility for his health at the sports complex, the risk of injury will significantly decrease.
DSC shells listed above are not limited. They can also be completed with a treadmill, side bars, "punching bag" for boxing.
By the way, handy items that are familiar to us can replace some sports equipment, including children's sports ladders. For example, in order to prevent flat feet in a child, a lattice from the bed is used. Walking on it, as well as on a hard rug from the hallway, strengthens the foot and makes the necessary lift. (see also article Child safety on stairs: which is best for child safety)
For the development of the vestibular apparatus, the log is replaced with cubes glued to the board. The limited surface allows the baby to concentrate. Balance can also be exercised on a rolled mattress or blanket.
Stools and chairs placed in a row can act as an artificial tunnel. Crates and boxes are used to create "rugged" terrain. The child climbs into them or climbs over them, training the muscles of the arms and legs.
An interesting "simulator" is a tape with toys suspended from it. The kid will reach after them, thereby "irritating" the growth area. Toys should be attached with adhesive tape, then tearing them off, the baby will be completely delighted.
Don't have a basketball hoop? It doesn't matter, you can use the wash basin by placing it at the desired height. Throwing balls into it is a great pleasure for little athletes.
Who among us has not built "fortresses" out of cushions? Take advantage of your experience and make your child obstacles that he will overcome with laughter.
Age
Some parents are in a hurry to introduce their children to sports without thinking about the consequences.
In this case, you should adhere to the following recommendations:
- Up to 2 years old - a soft mat and a Swedish wall with a step of no more than 20 cm and a crossbeam thickness of up to 3 cm. There are options with massage pads that will stimulate blood circulation on the legs and arms of the child. It also prevents flat feet from developing and develops motor skills. Do not forget that the surface of the crossbars should not be slippery, so that the baby does not accidentally injure himself.
- From 2 to 3 years old - a wooden swing, a rope ladder fixed to the floor and rings can be added to the sports corner for children.
Classes in this age category must be supervised by an adult.
- From 3 to 8 years old - fix the rope on the ceiling, hang the "pear", install the ring.
- Then the child himself will say what he needs. The main thing is that the classes arouse interest and not be boring.
We build ourselves
It is not necessary to purchase expensive sports corners for children. It is quite possible to make them with your own hands.
Rings
A sports equipment consisting of a strong suspension, for example, belts and rings themselves (wood or plastic).The structure is attached to the crossbar, which can be part of the frame or directly attached to the ceiling.
Ladder
It can be made from:
- ropes with wooden beams;
- wood;
- aluminum.
The first structure can be created from a rope up to 10 mm and wooden steps 35x450 mm in size fixed to it. The step between them is 20 cm, the working part located between the main ropes is about 400 mm, the height is about 2 m.
The assembly of the ladder should be started by drilling holes with a diameter of 10 mm on each side of the step at an equal distance from the edge. A rope is passed through them, which is fixed at the top and bottom of the crossbar with knots. In this case, the price of the product will be minimal.
Advice: metal rings should be installed at the ends of the steps so that they do not crack during operation.
When making a wooden staircase with your own hands, bars of 200x50x20 mm are used for spacers. Its attachment is carried out using fixing pins. To do this, at a distance of 20-30 mm from the end of the bars, holes with a diameter of 10-12 mm should be made on the sides.
It is better to make the rungs round with the help of a lathe, and for them drill through the seats with a diameter of 25 mm on the main beams. Join the steps and bars with wood glue.
A sports staircase for the house is fixed between the two buildings, and the fasteners must pass through the stairs and the buildings. With the help of the latter, it is possible to adjust the height of its inclination.
Trapezoid
This is a horizontal bar suspended from belts or rope. Its length is approximately 600-800 mm, with a diameter of 35 mm. The best option is steel or aluminum, but you can also make it from hardwood.
A gymnastic trapeze is made as a rope ladder. The holes in the crossbar are 10 mm, with a distance of 40-50 mm from its end. It should be fastened in two knots for better reliability.
Rope wall
It consists of a frame that is attached to the floor and wall with metal anchors. It is made of wood, and the net is made of hemp or linen rope.
The latter is attached to the frame, passing through holes, the distance between which will be equal to the size of the cell. The net is woven from ropes that are stretched vertically and horizontally, the ends of which are pulled and tied in knots.
How to choose
First of all, you need to consider where it will be located. There are two reliable main options - a sports ladder is mounted on the wall or a spur between the ceiling and the floor.
In the second case, the complex can be installed in any convenient place. In addition, it is more mobile in operation, i.e. it can be quickly disassembled and installed elsewhere. In both cases, the load on the complex is the same.
It is recommended to install a spacer DSC in a room where the ceiling and floor are made of reinforced concrete slabs. This way you can achieve maximum reliability. If the floor is wooden and the ceiling is plasterboard, you should pay attention to other methods of fastening.
This should also take into account the material of the wall. It should be reinforced concrete, brick or cinder block. It is strictly forbidden to attach a sports complex to a plasterboard wall, as it may fall with it.
If the apartment or house does not have suitable supporting structures, you can opt for the option without fastening. In any case, safety and reliability must come first.
Safety regulations
- DSC cannot be used without gymnastic mats. Make sure that there are no toys in places where the child may fall or dismount.
- Do not allow your toddler to be in the sports complex with food or toys in hand. When playing or practicing at the DSC, the child should be barefoot or in non-slip shoes.
- Do not allow several children to use the same sports equipment at the same time.
Output
The sooner the parents begin to engage in physical education with the child, the easier it will be for him in the future. The sports corner makes it possible to throw out the accumulated energy, thereby making the baby more balanced. In the video presented in this article, you will find additional information on this topic.
