The Lightweight Play Tunnel is a durable, portable movement resource designed to encourage gross motor development, physical activity, coordination and active participation in education, therapy, home and community environments.

At 2.75 metres long, the tunnel creates an inviting pathway for crawling, moving, exploring and navigating through a defined space. It can be incorporated into gross motor activities, movement programs, obstacle courses and structured play experiences, providing opportunities to practise body awareness, coordination, balance and motor planning.

For occupational therapists and allied health professionals, the Lightweight Play Tunnel can be incorporated into movement-based activities that encourage participants to engage their whole body and develop functional movement skills. It can also be used as part of an activity sequence where participants move through, around or between different equipment and stations.

The lightweight nylon construction makes the tunnel easy for educators, therapists, support workers and families to position and pack away. It folds down for convenient storage and transportation, making it suitable for classrooms, therapy spaces, early learning environments, home programs and community activity areas.

The tunnel can be used indoors or outdoors. When used outside, it is recommended that it is positioned in a shaded area, as the material can become hot when exposed to direct sunlight. For improved comfort and to help protect the tunnel, use it on carpet, soft-fall or another suitable soft surface wherever possible.

The Lightweight Play Tunnel also provides opportunities for participants to engage in purposeful movement and exploration at their own pace. It can be incorporated into individual or group activities and adapted to suit different ability levels and movement goals.

With its simple, portable design, the Lightweight Play Tunnel is a practical resource for encouraging movement, participation, coordination and physical engagement across a range of settings.

Benefits

• Encourages gross motor movement and physical activity
• Supports crawling, reaching, navigating and whole-body movement
• Provides opportunities to develop coordination and body awareness
• Can be incorporated into motor planning and movement activities
• Supports active participation in structured and recreational activities
• Useful for creating simple obstacle courses and movement circuits
• Provides a defined pathway for exploring movement through space
• Lightweight design makes it easy for adults to move and reposition
• Folds for convenient storage and transportation
• Suitable for indoor use and outdoor activities in shaded areas
• Can support individual, small-group or classroom activities
• Suitable for education, allied health, home and community environments

Key Features

• 2.75m length provides an extended crawling and movement pathway
• 58cm diameter internal space
• Durable nylon construction
• Lightweight and easy to manage
• Bright red colour provides clear visual definition
• Suitable for indoor and outdoor use
• Folds down for storage and transportation
• Suitable for use within obstacle courses and movement activities
• Recommended for use on soft or carpeted surfaces
• 12-month guarantee
• Suitable for ages 3+ years

Ideal For

• Occupational therapy and allied health programs
• Gross motor development activities
• Schools and education settings
• Early learning environments
• Inclusive movement programs
• Home-based movement activities
• NDIS participants requiring opportunities for physical activity and participation
• Therapy and rehabilitation environments
• Community centres and inclusive recreation programs
• Obstacle courses and movement circuits
• Indoor and outdoor play spaces
• Educators, OTs, therapists, support workers and families

Specifications

Product: Lightweight Play Tunnel
Length: 2.75m
Diameter: 58cm
Material: Nylon fabric
Colour: Red
Age Recommendation: 3+ years
Use: Indoor and outdoor
Storage: Folds for storage and transportation
Guarantee: 12 months

Safety Information

Recommended for ages 3 years and over.

Where possible, use the Lightweight Play Tunnel on soft-fall, carpeted or other suitable soft surfaces. This can help reduce the risk of damage to the outer tunnel wall and provide a more comfortable surface for hands and knees during crawling activities.

Adult supervision is recommended, particularly when the tunnel is being used by children or participants who may require additional support.

When used outdoors, position the tunnel in a shaded area. The nylon material may become hot when exposed to direct sunlight.

The tunnel should be packed away after outdoor use and stored appropriately to help protect it from weather, animals and insects.

Always consider the participant's individual abilities, mobility, supervision requirements and activity environment when incorporating movement equipment into a program.

Why Choose the Lightweight Play Tunnel?

The Lightweight Play Tunnel is a simple and versatile resource for encouraging movement and participation without requiring a large or permanent installation.

Its portable design makes it particularly practical for schools, therapy environments, home programs and community spaces where equipment may need to be moved, stored or used for different activities.

For OTs, therapists and educators, it can be incorporated into structured movement activities targeting functional participation, coordination, body awareness and motor planning. For families and support workers, it provides an accessible way to introduce purposeful movement into everyday activities.

The Lightweight Play Tunnel can also be combined with other movement equipment to create adaptable obstacle courses and activity circuits, allowing activities to be modified according to individual needs and abilities.