Best Monkey Bars for Kids

As a child, I spent many a happy afternoon in my local playground swinging merrily from the monkey bars. Little did I know that, as well as having a great time,

I was also improving my strength, coordination, and dexterity. Much like the bars themselves, it was all over my head!

#1 FBSPORT Horizontal Bars

Height: 90-150cm (adjustable)

A sturdy set of metal, telescopic bars that are perfect for your little gymnast.

These bars are ideal for ages 3-7 years.

They are very stable and are great for hanging, climbing, and swinging, and can support weights of up to 50kg.

They are also great for attaching swings or ladders should you want to vary the use.

They fold down easily and can be stored away quickly and conveniently.

The telescopic bar can be adjusted and extends up to 150cm.

Best features:
• Easy storage
• Adjustable
• Very stable

#2 Hudora Fabian Double Bar

Height: 71-150cm (adjustable)

Multi-colored, high-quality gymnastic bars.

These bars are constructed from high-end alloy steel and are great for both indoor and outdoor use.

They are adjustable to four different heights and are great for helping with coordination and balance.

They can support an impressive 100kg.

They are supplied with all of the fixtures and fittings that you would need should you want to set these bars into a concrete base.

Great for kids’ playgrounds or those with large gardens.

Best features:
• 100kg support
• Adjustable height settings
• Great colours

#3 Dunster Wooden Climbing Frame

Height: 220cm

A set of traditional wooden climbing bars, perfect for the playground.

This is an impressive looking set of bars that stands 220cm from the floor.

It is designed for children between 3-14 years, although the kids at the higher end of that range would probably be the ones using it the most.

It is constructed from pressure coated timber that is designed to last.

It comes with a generous 10-year guarantee against rot and insect infestation.

It is supplied with galvanized steel ground anchors that provide a sturdy foundation to the frame. Should you want to be extra-safe, the anchors themselves can also be set into a concrete base.

Best features:
• 10-year guarantee
• Very sturdy
• Ground anchors supplied

#4 Ninja Slackline Kit

Height: Not Applicable

An innovative take on the traditional monkey bar product.

This is a great product for those that might not have the space to install a full set of bars.

It works by hanging a 45ft line between two trees and then hanging accessories from the line itself.

An obstacle course can be created by dotting the bars, gymnastic rings, and knotted ropes along the length of the line.

After you have finished, everything is unattached easily and can be stored in the handy carry bag supplied.

A perfect product for the beach, campsite, park, and almost anywhere else!

Best features:
• Lots of accessories
• Innovative
• Carry bag supplied

#5 Expandable Junior Training Bars

Height: 88-129cm (adjustable)

A starter set of bars made – perfect for 3-7-year-olds.

This is a multi-purpose set of monkey bars available in either blue or pink.

The triangular structure can support a weight of up to 63kg.

They have two round pedestals on either side, each fitted with shock absorber sponge matting which provides extra grip and stability.

Quick-adjust knobs on either side allow you to adjust the height of the bars – perfect for kids of different heights to play together.

When not in use, you simply pull the bars up on both sides and the whole structure folds down easily.

Best features:
• Available in blue and pink
• Easy to pack away
• Very stable

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