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Push Up Bar
£295 -
Parallel Bars
£493 -
Leg Lift Post
£495 -
Straight Leg Stretch Bench
£547 -
Chin Up Bar
£557 -
Step Up Station
£649 -
Dip Station
£723 -
Push Up, Chin Up & Dip Station
£723 -
Leg Stretch Station
£743 -
Sit Up Bench
£774 -
Step Up Ladder
£790 -
Children's Rider
£791 -
Balance Beams
£830 -
Children's Balance Beams
£830 -
Children's T'ai Chi Spinners
£858 -
Outdoor Exercise Bicycle
£869 -
Recumbent Bike
£957 -
Push Up & Dip Station
£963 -
Triple Pull Up Station
£985 -
Double Sit Up Benches
£991 -
Air Walker
£1,019 -
Rider
£1,021 -
Children's Air Skier
£1,059 -
Leg Lift Station
£1,063 -
Children's Arm & Pedal Bike
£1,064 -
Air Skier
£1,068 -
Arm and Pedal Bike
£1,073 -
Monkey Ladder (Single Post)
£1,074 -
Chin Up Bars
£1,123 -
Children's Rower
£1,125 -
Parallel Gym Bars
£1,144 -
Children's Hip Twister
£1,173 -
T'ai Chi Spinners
£1,185 -
Hip Twister
£1,185 -
Disabled Arm & Pedal Bike
£1,195 -
Sit Up Bench
£1,243 -
Children's Seated Leg Press
£1,245 -
Seated Leg Press
£1,258 -
Monkey Bars
£1,268 -
Monkey Ladder (H Frame)
£1,268 -
Table Tennis Table
£1,319 -
Children's Double Air Walker
£1,323 -
Twist & Step
£1,323 -
Children's Elliptical Cross Trainer
£1,359 -
Elliptical Cross Trainer
£1,378 -
Children's Monkey Bars
£1,449 -
Horizontal Ladder
£1,449 -
Self Weighted Rower
£1,454 -
Children's Double Cross Country Skier
£1,565 -
Double Cross Country Skier
£1,578 -
Double Air Walker
£1,624 -
Double Rower
£1,640 -
Resistance Squat Station
£2,075 -
Resistance Shoulder Press
£2,200 -
Resistance Stepper
£2,200 -
Resistance Bicep Curl
£2,325 -
Resistance Bench Press
£2,325 -
Cardio Combi
£2,369 -
Children's Cardio Combi
£2,369 -
Resistance Leg Press
£2,450 -
Disabled Combo
£2,506 -
Combination Pull Down & Chest Press
£2,510 -
Childrens Fitness Rig
£5,123 -
Training Rig
£5,950 -
Fitstation
£9,431 -
Big Rig
£16,250
Outdoor Gym Equipment
Outdoor gym equipment is increasingly popular within schools and recreational park areas across the UK.
Headteachers and purchasing managers often create dedicated areas within school grounds with outdoor gym equipment to provide students with the opportunity to engage in cardiovascular workouts, strength training, and flexibility exercises in a fun and interactive manner.
Here at AMV Playgrounds, we pride ourselves on offering a diverse and high-quality range of outdoor gym equipment designed to meet the varied needs of schools. Our products are built to engage students of all ages and fitness levels, encouraging physical activity and promoting overall well-being.
Explore our collection above, ranging from simple frames such as push up bars, leg lift posts and step up stations, to more complex pieces of equipment such as outdoor exercise bike, air walker and children’s rower.
The rise of outdoor gyms in schools
In recent years, there has been a significant shift in how schools approach physical education and student wellbeing.
Previously, it wasn’t given the attention or budget necessary within educational settings. However, due to increasingly sedentary lifestyles among children headteachers are giving much more focus to physical and mental health among students.
According to Cancer Research, more than 42 million adults in the UK are predicted to be overweight or obese by 2040 (https://news.cancerresearchuk.org/2022/05/19/new-analysis-estimates-over-21-million-uk-adults-will-be-obese-by-2040/).
So the need for healthy lifestyles, including regular exercising, has never been greater. And as a result, outdoor gyms are becoming an integral part of the modern school environment.
Outdoor gym equipment products
Sit-Up Bench
The Sit Up Bench is a popular choice in educational settings across the UK. It is a simple yet effective piece of exercise equipment that can be customised to suit your school’s outdoor environment.
It helps to aid co-ordination and balance among users whilst improving general fitness, upper and lower body strength and cardiovascular fitness.
The Sit Up Bench is also built to last. It is manufactured from vandal resistant steel, which is galvanised and powder coated to offer protection from years of regular use and the elements.
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Outdoor Exercise Bicycle
The Outdoor Exercise Bicycle is an ideal choice for secondary schools and suitable for children aged 11 and over as well as adults.
Users sit in an upright position to mimic the sense of using a regular pedal bike, and provides an excellent cardiovascular workout improving balance and core strength.
It is made predominantly from steel which offers strength and durability, meaning it will last for many years. Produced under ISO9001 for quality standards and management, and conforms to UK safety standards EN1176 / EN16630.
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Children’s Fitness Rig
The Children’s Fitness Rig is an excellent choice for primary schools. Not only does it provide a variety of exercise challenges for children but does so in a space-saving design, meaning it is good for schools with limited outdoor space.
It is suitable for 6 children to use at once, offering physically-demanding activities for all abilities, building strength, fitness, co-ordination and flexibility. Installed into grass it can be used during break times and PE lessons, boosting activity throughout the day.
The fitness rig is clearly labelled with safety-in-use guidance and with suggested workouts to help students get the greatest benefit.
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Outdoor gym equipment case study
Gym equipment was specified and installed at Firfield Primary School in Derbyshire, as part of a wider refurbishment project which saw an upgrade to their playground equipment.
The gym equipment included an Elliptical Cross Trainer, Children’s Double Air Walker, Arm and Pedal Bike, and Rider. Each piece of equipment features a vibrant powder-coated finish which guarantees both longevity and a visually appealing play environment for years to come.
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Benefits of outdoor gym equipment for schools
Integrating outdoor gym equipment into school environments offers a range of benefits, playing a crucial role in enhancing the overall health, well-being and development of students.
Regular use of outdoor gym equipment helps students engage in aerobic activities, strengthening their heart and lungs and improving overall health.
It also benefits students’ and teachers’ mental health. Exposure to fresh air and natural light during exercise has been shown to reduce stress and anxiety in students. And for staff, it offers a much-needed break from the indoor work environment.
Outdoor gym areas also improves focus and concentration among students. Regular exercise has been shown to enhance cognitive function and concentration. By incorporating outdoor gym sessions into the daily routine, students are more likely to perform better academically.
Many outdoor gym activities encourage cooperative play and teamwork. Students learn valuable social skills, such as communication, cooperation and leadership, which are important for their future development.
A final benefit is that many schools are opening their outdoor gym facilities to the wider community outside of school hours, fostering stronger community ties and promoting public health.
AMV Playgrounds, your trusted playground equipment supplier
Here at AMV Playgrounds, we have worked with headteachers and purchasing managers on a daily basis, and have done for over 30 years. We understand the challenges you face when sourcing the right gym and playground equipment.
"From start to finish, a first class team and product. We are delighted, the yard looks beautiful and our children are happier and fitter than ever before!"
Alan Baker (Deputy Headteacher)
St Margaret’s Primary School
Paul Garratt, Commercial Director at AMV Playgrounds:
"Our team here at AMV Playgrounds are problem solvers and happy to work with you at every step of the way.
We guide headteachers and purchasing managers through the whole process. Right from early discussions and product recommendations, we then visit your site to assess your available space and select the right materials for the right location.
Once we have that information, we draw up more a more detailed specification bespoke for your school environment and budget.
Finally, we organise installation on your school grounds and advise you on maintenance tips for you to keep the gym equipment in excellent condition."
AMV Playgrounds is proud to have been in business for over 35 years, and are one of the longest established manufactures within the UK playground equipment and outdoor sports industry.
Why buy your outdoor gym equipment from AMV Playgrounds?
Here at AMV Playgrounds we are passionate in the positive impact outdoor gym equipment has in children’s physical and mental development.
Our team here at AMV Playgrounds works with headteachers, bursars, and purchasing managers daily. We also work closely with architects, main contractors, and sub-contractors who are working on educational projects.
Whether you work at a school or you are working on a school project in any capacity, we are here to help. Our team will help with playground equipment recommendations, technical advice, materials selection, equipment designs to suit your specific school and much more.
We are proud to be a UK manufacturer or school playground equipment and furniture, with an uncompromising commitment to the very highest standards. All of our playground equipment is made in our UK-based factory, by skilled tradesmen, and comes with an extensive 25-year warranty against rust and corrosion.
We are here to help realise your vision of a better playground environment for your school’s children.
Contact our team today on telephone 01704 898 919, email sales@amvplaygrounds.co.uk, or view the product selections above.
Outdoor Gym Equipment FAQs
Apparatus includes self-weighted rowers, sit up benches, exercise bikes, cross trainers, training rigs (which feature a range of integrated exercise equipment), bench press machines, monkey bars, pull up and push up bars, and many more.
This equipment often mimics the exercises you would find in a traditional gym, using body weight or resistance mechanisms for workouts in an open-air setting.
These include health benefits such as promoting physical fitness and mental wellbeing. And another benefit includes increased social interaction within parks or school areas where the equipment is installed, encouraging people to exercise together.
Cardio machines - such as outdoor treadmills and exercise bikes.
Strength equipment – such as pull-up bars, leg press machines, and multi-gym stations.
Flexibility and balance equipment - such as balance beams and stretching posts.
Consider the quality of the equipment. You can be assured that outdoor gym equipment from AMV Playgrounds is manufactured from the highest quality, durable materials which means it can withstand regular use without malfunctioning, thus protecting users from faulty parts.
However, both types aim to foster physical activity and can be complementary in a well-rounded recreational or school space.
In public areas such as parks and recreational spaces, councils can organise community fitness challenges or liaise with local fitness groups to use the equipment.
Outdoor gym equipment from AMV Playgrounds is manufactured from high quality, durable materials. This ensures any maintenance is kept to a minimum.