The Teeter Spring Rider from SportsPlay puts a playful twist on the traditional seesaw by combining cooperative play with spring-powered movement. Designed for children ages 2–5, this commercial playground spring rider gives two children an engaging way to rock, bounce, and move together while enjoying an activity built specifically for younger playground users.
As children shift their weight and respond to the movement of the rider, they practice balance, coordination, core stability, and body control. The spring-based motion requires children to make continual physical adjustments, creating an enjoyable way to support gross motor development and body awareness through active outdoor play.
Because the Teeter Spring Rider is designed for two riders, it also adds an important social component. Children can work together to create movement, respond to their partner, practice taking turns, and learn how their own actions affect someone else's experience. These simple interactions can encourage cooperation, communication, and shared play.
The Teeter Spring Rider measures 6' x 2' and requires a 14' x 18' use zone. Each seat supports up to 100 pounds, providing a sturdy commercial play experience for preschool-age children. The entire unit weighs approximately 167 pounds and is crafted in the USA using commercial-grade materials.
For child care centers, preschools, early childhood programs, and community playgrounds, the Teeter Spring Rider provides a compact way to add both movement and cooperative play. It works well as a standalone activity or alongside additional spring riders, climbers, play panels, and playground structures to create a more varied outdoor environment.
Key Specifications
- Product: Teeter Spring Rider
- Manufacturer: SportsPlay
- SKU: 361-505
- Product Type: Commercial Playground Spring Rider
- Recommended Age Range: 2–5 Years
- Installed Dimensions: 6' x 2'
- Use Zone: 14' x 18'
- Weight: 167 lbs.
- Weight Capacity: Up to 100 lbs. per seat
- Seating Capacity: 2 Children
- Application: Commercial Early Childhood Playground
Developmental Benefits
- Encourages gross motor development
- Supports balance and coordination
- Strengthens core stability
- Promotes body awareness and control
- Encourages motor planning
- Provides dynamic movement experiences
- Encourages cooperative play
- Supports communication between children
- Promotes turn-taking and shared play
- Builds confidence through active movement
Commercial-Grade Safety & Durability
The SportsPlay Teeter Spring Rider is crafted in the USA using durable, commercial-grade materials designed for repeated outdoor play. Its robust construction supports up to 100 pounds per seat, making it appropriate for active preschool playground environments.
At approximately 167 pounds, the Teeter Spring Rider creates a substantial freestanding play experience while maintaining a relatively compact 6' x 2' equipment footprint. A 14' x 18' use zone should be incorporated into the playground design along with appropriate impact-attenuating safety surfacing.
Professional installation when applicable, appropriate protective surfacing, routine inspections, and ongoing maintenance help support safe use and long-term equipment performance.
Ideal Applications
- Child care centers and preschools
- Head Start and early childhood programs
- Elementary schools with preschool or early childhood programs
- Parks and municipal playgrounds
- Churches and community organizations
The SportsPlay Teeter Spring Rider turns a simple rocking activity into a shared playground experience. With two seats, lively spring-powered movement, a 100-pound capacity per seat, and a design created specifically for ages 2–5, it gives young children an engaging way to practice balance, coordination, cooperation, and body control while having fun with a friend.
