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GUIDE TO MAKING THE MOST OUT OF YOUR SCHOOL TRIM TRAILS
WHAT IS A TRIM TRAIL?
EXPLAIN THE BENEFITS TO YOUR STUDENTS
Before using the trim trail, take some time to explain the benefits of the equipment to your students. For instance, tell them that using the trim trail can help improve their coordination and balance. This will help them understand why they are doing the activities and make them more enthusiastic about using the trim trail.
Choose the right combination of trim trail components for your EYFS obstacle course by mixing and matching your own or selecting a trim trail bundle. Complete with tunnels, balance beams, and ladder climbing, each budget-friendly trim trail is the perfect place for young students to become healthier, more resilient, and more focused learners.
When Should Children Use a TriM Trail?
USE IT DURING YOUR PE LESSONS
Incorporate the trim trail into your regular PE lessons to make them more fun and interesting for the children. This will ensure that your students look forward to your lesson as they like going on the trim trail.
USE IT AT LUNCHTIME
Organise games and races with your friends at lunchtime to make use of the trim trail. Not only will this be great fun, but you’ll also get some exercise without even realising it!
USE IT AFTER SCHOOL
If you want to use the trim trail without any distractions, then try going after school when everyone has gone home. This is a great time to really focus on your workout and challenge yourself.
CREATE A CIRCUIT
If you want to challenge your students, create a circuit on the trim trail. This way, they can go from one station to the next without having to stop and rest. This will help them get a great workout while also having fun.
MAKE IT A COMPETITION
If you have a competitive class, use the trim trail as a way to motivate your students. Create a competition where the students have to see how many laps they can do in a certain amount of time. The student who completes the most laps in the allotted time period wins the competition.
WHO CAN USE A TRIM TRAIL?
Most trim trails are designed for children aged 5-12, as well as adults. However, in your school, you may wish to import a rule that stops the younger children from playing on it for health and safety reasons.
GET YOUR OWN BESPOKE SCHOOL TRIM TRAIL
Our freestanding trim trail range is available to purchase today in our new playground equipment shop, with an exclusive offer of 10% off your first order and free delivery (excluding specified postcodes). However, if your school is looking for a more permanent or larger installation, explore our active play equipment including trim trails, and climbing frames suitable for all ages.