could a child use this as a gymnastics bar for flips, etc.?
1821301
Hello, Todd! This bar is really light, and even when used as a ballet barre, one has to be aware of its propensity to tip over. I use 10-pound sandbags on the bottom supports, and it will still tip if I'm not really careful. So, I would have to say the answer to your question is no.
1821302
While the bar is sturdy and steady enough for both adults and children to do basic ballet moves, pushups and modified pull ups, I do not recommend it for parallel bar moves. If you need something for parallel or uneven bar exercises, I recommend checking out VitaVibe's (their website has their whole line) other barre products. I researched their website, then purchased through Amazon because the prices were comparable and shipping costs were cheaper. Hope this helps.
1821303
If have to say, "no." It's great for Barre excercises... It does what it's made to do. I have a young child and only let her stretch with it. Definitely would not use it for flips. It's not sturdy enough. Hope this helps.
959282
No, it definitely can't. It has big claws on either end. I would *NOT* recommend this "activity center" at all!! I should have listened to the other reviewers...there are different settings for the bar--one that puts it very close to the baby, another vertical, and another position farther away. It constantly FALLS over--either ONTO the baby or it falls the other way, away from the baby. I LOVE the idea with the mirror and it has great toys but it's so incredibly flimsy. Don't waste your money.
1269225
I believe the rail is strong enough to hold the weight, but if that kind of weight is used to perform flips...the stability might be in question...not the strength of the rail. The rail is solid, in my opinion. I use this unit to teach 2 year old children through 10 year old children and many times I personally perform a move on it to show how it's done. I'm around 140 lbs and have no problem with doing the action.
760359
yes, you can, but I will not recommend this product. My one year old broke 3 days stand by just leaning on it.It is very fragile.
2211845
Jumps, I would say yes, but I don't think this bouncer is big enough to practice flips. I would say any bouncer probably isn't safe to practice flips. They aren't as bouyant as a trampoline.
1834481
My 8 year old uses the bar all the time. Moving it is not easy because if you dissassemble it you can end up stripping the wooden bar.
51904
I don't see why not -- the top and bottom bars are adjustable -- you only put one leg up at a time. You never really put all your weight on the bar, and if you put it together correctly, it's actually pretty sturdy! I use it to do the bar method DVD's and you never really do more than lightly hold on for balance, so again I don't see why not.
243679
This is designed for adults, i.e. for weights around 200lbs. I suspect a toddler would be too light. In addition a toddler may want to hang from the stabilizer bar which could tip the whole thing over.
12574
If she is tall it might not.... But it is smaller and less expensive. However, you will want to be with her At ALL times when using the mat because it is not stable and will flip over. I bought it for my 2 year old who she first started gymnastics... She is almost 4 now and weighs 40lbs. The mat is really made to attach to another mat for security... But it has been a wonderful way for my daughter to practice skills at home. I would recommend it.
1568244
Yes absolutely. Kids have made nice forts with them. However, You can't flip them. The other side has black cheaper material.
1590198
I have never encountered my grand-daughter doing anything on this bar or mats that is going to endanger her. However, she is very advanced in gymnastics class. Help your loved one to be prepared for any exercise that he/she is going to do. Let him/her go to gymnastics classes and be able to decide if he/she has had enough instruction in order to use the bar and mats safely. Are they safe for the qualified? Yes! Absolutely!
1848816
I'm not sure I would use it for that. It could probably easily be pulled on and because it is in two parts, maybe end up falling. Kids are prone to amazing destructive abilities!
547280
Yes it could be. I plan on my granddaughter using it into her teens. It says it will hold up to 250 lbs.
1540454
I am not sure what aspect your questioning, but the bar is great. It can be low enough for children and even though it is soft touch, be mindful that it is metal. There is nothing cushy about this very stable bar.
2168555
My 9 year old daughter uses it primarily for extra conditioning outside the gym, but she also does basic level 3 & 4 skills on it and it is stable. For higher level skills with more power or a heavier gymnast, you'd probably need to stabilize it a little more.
288548
I would say no. It isn't tall enough to hang from or do anything gymnastics like. The legs aren't long enough and it would tip over if you put too much weight sideways on it. It's more for stretching and keeping balance. It's nice though : ) Currently using it for some workout videos.
1286742
My children love to swivel and play on this, but I am not certain that it would be suitable for holding them to work for long periods of time. The straddle would likely be too wide for undeveloped bodies. Also, they really grove on lifting the "Lift" handle and spinning recklessly, which has been a bit of a nuisance...if not hazardous. In my studio, the Hermes chair is for me, and I try to keep the kids off it.