Active Seating, Balance & Tactile Input in One Versatile Cushion

The Large Tactile Texture Cushion is a versatile inflatable cushion designed to provide opportunities for active sitting, balance activities and tactile input in education, therapy, disability support and home environments.

Featuring a textured, spiky surface, the cushion provides tactile feedback while its inflatable design creates a dynamic surface for seated activities and appropriate balance exercises.

The Large Tactile Texture Cushion – 60cm can be used as an active seating option to encourage postural adjustments and core engagement, or placed on the floor for suitable balance activities.

At 60cm diameter when inflated, its generous size provides a larger surface area than standard wobble cushions, making it suitable for a variety of age-appropriate activities.

It is portable, easy to inflate and supplied with a hand pump, making it practical for classrooms, therapy spaces, calming corners and home environments.

Multi-Purpose Active Seating & Balance Cushion

The Large Tactile Texture Cushion combines features of an active seating cushion and balance-training resource in one portable product.

When used appropriately, it can provide opportunities for:

• Active sitting
• Postural awareness
• Core engagement
• Balance
• Stability
• Body awareness
• Tactile exploration
• Movement while seated
• Weight-shifting activities
• Gross motor activities
• Self-regulation strategies

The cushion is designed to complement appropriate activities rather than replace structured exercise, physiotherapy or rehabilitation programs.

Tactile Surface for Sensory Input

The textured surface of the Large Tactile Texture Cushion  provides additional tactile feedback compared with a smooth inflatable cushion.

It can be incorporated into activities where tactile input is desired, including:

• Seated activities
• Hands-on exploration
• Balance activities
• Movement activities
• Regulation routines
• Classroom activities
• Therapy activities
• Gross motor play

Individual responses to tactile input vary, so the cushion should be introduced according to the user's preferences, abilities and needs.

Ideal for Schools & Classrooms

The Large Tactile Texture Cushion can provide an alternative seating and movement resource within education environments.

Suitable applications may include:

• Flexible seating
• Active seating
• Learning support areas
• Movement activities
• Balance activities
• Gross motor programs
• Regulation spaces
• Calm corners
• Wellbeing areas
• Individual learning activities

Its portable design allows educators to move it between classrooms, activity areas and dedicated movement spaces as required.

Ideal for Early Learning Centres

In early learning environments, the cushion can be incorporated into age-appropriate activities involving movement, balance and tactile exploration.

Use it for:

• Gross motor activities
• Balance exploration
• Body awareness activities
• Movement experiences
• Seated group activities
• Tactile exploration
• Indoor movement play
• Individual movement activities

Adult supervision is required, particularly when the cushion is being used for balance activities.

Ideal for Allied Health & Therapy

The Large Tactile Texture Cushion can be incorporated into appropriately designed allied health environments, including:

• Occupational therapy
• Physiotherapy
• Paediatric therapy
• Rehabilitation
• Multidisciplinary allied health
• Developmental support
• Therapy and movement spaces

It may provide opportunities to work on postural control, balance, stability, body awareness and movement as part of an appropriate activity or professional program.

Use in therapy or rehabilitation should be determined by the relevant health professional based on the individual's needs, abilities and goals.

Ideal for NDIS & Disability Support

The Large Tactile Texture Cushion  may be suitable for NDIS participants where active seating, tactile input or movement activities are relevant to their individual needs and goals.

Potential settings include:

• Participant homes
• Supported accommodation
• Disability support services
• Day programs
• Respite environments
• Community participation spaces
• Individual activity areas
• Learning environments

Where NDIS funding is being considered, suitability should be assessed against the participant's current plan, functional requirements, goals and applicable NDIS funding criteria.

Ideal for Calming Corners & Regulation Spaces

The tactile surface can make the Large Tactile Texture Cushion  a useful addition to a broader regulation environment.

It can be incorporated alongside:

• Calm corner seating
• Fidget resources
• Visual supports
• Movement resources
• Quiet activities
• Soft furnishings
• Other tactile resources

For some users, having access to an appropriate tactile surface or opportunity for movement can form part of an established self-regulation strategy.

Ideal for Home Use

The Large Tactile Texture Cushion is portable enough to use in different areas of the home.

It can be incorporated into:

• Home learning areas
• Children's play spaces
• Movement areas
• Quiet spaces
• Regulation areas
• Activity rooms
• Family spaces

When not in use, it can be deflated for easier storage and transport.

Key Features

• Large 60cm diameter when inflated
• Textured spiky tactile surface
• Designed for active seating and appropriate balance activities
• Can provide tactile input
• Supports opportunities for postural awareness and stability
• Large surface area
• Portable and easy to move
• Easy to inflate
• Includes hand pump
• Wipe-clean surface
• Grey finish
• Suitable for education, therapy, disability support and home environments

How Can the Large Tactile Texture Cushion Be Used?

Active Seating

Place the cushion on a suitable stable chair or seating surface to introduce gentle movement while seated.

Balance Activities

When placed on the floor, the cushion can be incorporated into appropriate balance and weight-shifting activities under adult supervision.

Tactile Exploration

The textured surface provides a different tactile experience from a conventional smooth cushion.

Movement Activities

The large surface can be incorporated into age-appropriate movement and gross motor activities.

Specifications

Product: Large Tactile Texture Cushion 
Diameter Inflated: 60cm
Diameter Deflated: Approximately 58cm
Colour: Grey
Surface: Spiky textured tactile surface
Inflation: Hand pump included
Cleaning: Wipe clean
Use: Active seating, balance activities and tactile input

Important Safety Information

• Contains small parts and is not suitable for children under 3 years.
• Always use under adult supervision.
• Inspect the cushion before each use for damage, punctures or deterioration.
• Do not use if damaged.
• Use on an appropriate stable surface.
• When used for balance activities, ensure adequate surrounding space and appropriate supervision.
• Do not exceed the manufacturer's recommended use or load limits.
• The cushion is not a replacement for professional physiotherapy, occupational therapy or rehabilitation equipment where specialised equipment is required.
• Do not position two children on the cushion simultaneously unless specifically assessed as appropriate by a qualified professional and permitted by the manufacturer. The large surface area does not necessarily mean it is rated for multiple users.

Why Choose the Large Tactile Texture Cushion?

The Large Tactile Texture Cushion provides several ways to incorporate movement and tactile input into everyday environments without requiring bulky equipment.

Its combination of a large inflatable surface and textured tactile finish makes it suitable for active seating, balance activities and tactile exploration.

For schools, early learning centres, allied health practices, NDIS environments, calming corners and homes, the Large Tactile Texture Cushion provides a flexible resource that can be incorporated into a range of appropriate activities.