The Nicole Modular Playground from SportsPlay is a large commercial playground structure designed to give children ages 5–12 plenty of opportunities for active movement, physical challenge, exploration, and imaginative play. With 13 total play events—all elevated—Nicole creates an adventure-filled environment where children can navigate different routes and discover new ways to play each time they visit.
The variety of climbing and sliding activities encourages children to stay physically active while challenging their developing abilities. Climbing requires children to reach, grip, step, pull, balance, and coordinate movements throughout the body, helping develop upper- and lower-body strength, coordination, motor planning, spatial awareness, and physical confidence.
Multiple routes through the structure also add an important element of choice. Instead of following one predetermined path, children can decide where to go next, which activity to try, and how they want to navigate the playground. This helps keep play fresh while encouraging independent decision-making and exploration.
Sliding activities provide an exciting reward after children navigate the elevated structure and create natural play loops that encourage them to climb back up and begin another adventure. The combination of climbing, navigating, and sliding supports sustained active outdoor play and gives children opportunities to continually practice developing physical skills.
Nicole's large configuration also encourages social play. Children can explore alongside friends, create games, take turns, challenge one another, and transform the playground into imaginative settings and adventures. SportsPlay describes the design as combining movement, discovery, physical development, and imaginative play.
Key Specifications
- Product: Nicole Modular Playground
- Manufacturer: SportsPlay
- SKU: 911-207B
- Product Type: Commercial Playground Structure
- Recommended Age Range: 5–12 Years
- Total Events: 13
- Elevated Events: 13
- Installed Dimensions: 32' x 27'
- Use Zone: 44' x 39'
- Weight: 2,567 lbs.
- Post Model: 3.5" Heavy-Duty Posts
Developmental Benefits
- Supports gross motor development
- Builds upper- and lower-body strength
- Develops grip strength through climbing
- Encourages balance and coordination
- Supports motor planning and spatial awareness
- Develops agility and overall body control
- Builds confidence through physical challenges
- Encourages independent decision-making
- Supports imaginative and creative play
- Promotes communication and cooperative play
Commercial-Grade Safety & Durability
Nicole is designed as a substantial commercial playground structure for facilities serving school-age children. The available configuration features SportsPlay's 3.5-inch heavy-duty post system, and the complete structure weighs approximately 2,567 pounds.
The playground measures 32' x 27' when installed and requires a 44' x 39' use zone, making site planning an important part of the overall project. Appropriate impact-attenuating playground surfacing should be selected based on the equipment requirements and applicable playground safety standards.
Professional installation, routine inspections, and ongoing maintenance help support safe use and dependable long-term performance in high-use commercial playground environments.
Ideal Applications
- Child care centers with school-age programs
- Elementary schools
- Parks and municipal playgrounds
- Churches and community organizations
- Camps and recreation programs
The Nicole Modular Playground is an excellent choice for facilities looking for a larger school-age structure with plenty of opportunities for movement and exploration. With 13 elevated play events and multiple routes to discover, children can climb, slide, navigate, make choices, and create new adventures with friends. The combination of physical challenge, imaginative possibilities, and a substantial commercial design makes Nicole a strong centerpiece for playgrounds where active play and lasting engagement are priorities.
