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5 Bounce House Safety Rules for a Fun Party

February 6, 2022 sfbadmin

Few youngsters can resist the springiness of a bounce house and it’s one of the most often sought inflatables for parties involving young children. They’re also one of the top rentals by church groups and non-profit organizations for community events. Before making the decision to rent a bounce house for a children’s party, there are 5 critical safety rules that everyone should know and enforce.

Adult Supervision

An adult should be present at all times when a child is in a bounce house. Never leave children unattended. The adult will be responsible for monitoring youngsters and ensuring that too many children aren’t in the inflatable at the same time. Inflatables also have weight limits for each child. Try to place children of a similar size in the bounce house at the same time.

Bounce houses are never safe for children under the age of 6 – they lack the coordination and balance needed to use them. Set rules that no tumbling, flips or wrestling is allowed and remove any child that doesn’t follow the rules.

Pick a Place

The location where a bounce house will operate is a critical safety component. The ground should be flat, free of sticks and rocks, and not set on any protrusions such as irrigation sprinkler heads. Never set bounce houses near sheds, fences or other type of structures. Take care that the inflatable isn’t near overhead electric lines or tree limbs.

Shoes and Sharp Objects

It’s important that youngsters remove shoes, jewelry and other items before they enter the inflatable. Be sure that children aren’t carrying anything in their pockets that could potentially puncture the bounce house.

Weather Concerns

Never let children in the bounce house in weather conditions that are rainy or windy, if lightning is seen, or thunder is heard. Wind that are strong enough to blow about small branches, dust or paper presents a danger to a bounce house and those using it. Have children exit and move them to a safe area.

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Best Entertainments for Kids Outdoor Parties

February 6, 2022 sfbadmin

Anyone that’s ever hosted a kid’s party knows the advantages of holding it outdoors. Attendees can work off excess energy and cleaning up is much easier. There are any number of interest-grabbing entertainments of which individuals can avail themselves. Hosts can choose old-school games and activities or select inflatables for those that want to create a lasting impression.

Inflatables

The sheer selection of available inflatables can be overwhelming, with choices for kids of any age. There are bounce houses and water slides for the younger set. For older kids, there are 40-ft. high water slides, mazes, obstacle courses, and mechanical rides. Sports games are always popular and include bungee trampolines, rock walls, Zorb balls, mini golf and sumo arenas. Inflatable carnival games such as skee ball are also available.

Glam Party

For teen and tween girls, a glam party is sure to please. Professionals bring the salon to the home with make-up, nail and hair styles for any young woman.

Scavenger Hunt

Hosts don’t need to spend a lot to host a nature-based scavenger hunt. The activity can be as simple or elaborate as desired.

Water Balloon Fight

Water balloons are an excellent, budget-friendly activity. It’s a great way for youngsters to keep cool and water balloons are a perennial favorite for kids of all ages.

Limbo

While it may bring to mind memories of the 1950s for hosts, it requires little in the way of equipment and few kids can resist the body-bending activity.

Magicians

“Magic” mesmerizes young and old and it’s a particularly good option for younger generations.

Movie Night

This is a great activity for overnight parties during warmer months. It can be tailored to boys or girls and keeps attendees occupied. It can be accomplished with a very large outdoor TV or with a projector and sheet. Just serve some popcorn and let the show begin.

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Fall Carnival Party Rentals

October 8, 2021 sfbadmin

The changing of the seasons is often the inspiration for a fall carnival to mark the end of summer and the transition to autumn. Midway games are one of the most popular activities at carnivals and with enough space, any individual, business or organization can create a fall carnival.

Games

No carnival would be complete without a selection of games. People can choose from the classic ring toss, milk bottle knock down, and bean bag toss. There’s also the frog fling, and the perennial favorites of skee-ball, wack-a-mole, and Velcro axe throw. Don’t forget the ring-the-bell strong man challenge for kids. Sports fans can try their hand at the basketball throw or test their baseball throwing arm at the radar gun speed test.

Inflatables

The popularity of inflatables has continued to increase at professionally operated carnivals and they’re available as rentals. There are multiple models from which to choose, with dry slides being a favorite. Another option is Jacob’s Ladder that challenges people to climb a rope ladder to the top of an inflatable. Don’t forget an inflatable corn maze.

Booths

Brightly-colored booths can be rented to conduct any number of activities from a shooting gallery and tip-the-can to tic-tac-toe and Velcro bull’s-eye games. They’re an ideal way to keep game operators cool.

Dunk Tank and Cash Cubes

There are few people that can resist the allure of a dunk tank or cash cube. Dunk tanks are even better if local celebrities or officials agree to be dunked. Portable dunk tanks are collapsible and are always a favorite. No one can resist the opportunity to catch a few dollars with a cash cube.

Bungee Trampoline

For those that want the thrill of extreme sports without the risk, a bungee trampoline is ideal. The devices can accommodate up to 5 individuals. The harness and rope systems enable people to jump higher and perform maneuvers that wouldn’t be possible on an ordinary trampoline.

Kiddie Activities

Younger children can get in on the fun with inflatable bounce houses and toddler playlands that enable them to participate in multiple age-appropriate activities. Trackless trains provide fun travel throughout the carnival or as a stand-alone ride.

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Bounce House Safety

October 8, 2021 sfbadmin

A bounce house ensures hours of fun for children and is one of the most popular inflatables available for home use at parties. Safety for inflatables encompasses multiple components of which everyone should be aware.

Supervision

Children should never be left unattended in a bounce house. A responsible adult should always be on-site to monitor usage.

Placement

The proper placement is critical to ensure the safety of those using the inflatable. Bounce houses should always be placed on flat ground that’s free of rocks and sticks, along with other protrusions such as sprinkler heads. Bounce houses need to have sufficient room all the way around them for optimal operation. Stay away from fences and structures. The overhead environment is equally important, such as tree limbs and power lines.

Installation

Bounce houses are subject to movement simply from children playing inside and wind. Always ensure that bounce houses are secured to the ground with tie-downs.

Occupancy

Don’t allow too many children in a bounce house at the same time. When multiple children are using the inflatable, it’s important that they be similar in age and size. Bounce houses aren’t suitable for children under the age of 6. They may not have the strength, coordination or balance required to use it.

Shoes and Sharps

Children should remove their shoes, glasses, jewelry and other items before entering a bounce house, along with objects that may be in pockets that could potentially puncture the inflatable.

Set Rules

A bounce house is for bouncing. Make sure that children know that roughhousing, flips, tumbling and wrestling aren’t allowed. Remove any child that doesn’t obey the rules for the safety of all.

Weather

If the wind is blowing strong enough to blow around paper, dust or move small branches, it’s time to have children exit the bounce house. The same is true if it begins to rain.

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A Backyard Water Slide Can Save a Summer Birthday

August 1, 2021 sfbadmin

It can extremely difficult to plan birthday entertainments for tweens and teens. They’re at an age where they want adult style activities and aren’t typically fans of themed parties. That’s where an inflatable water slide can turn the tide to create a stand-out birthday bash. The wide range of available water slides makes them equally appropriate for adults and younger children.

There’s a water slide to accommodate any age group. Individuals can choose from a wide range of themes to thrill and delight younger children and water slides with multiple lanes are available to facilitate friendly competitions.

Varying heights are offered, from models with an 18-foot drop to those with a 40-foot drop. For little tykes, individuals can choose models with a 13-foot slide and unique ladder that’s easy for small children to climb. There are also water slides that will deposit partiers directly into an inground pool.

Inflatable water slides are highly portable and can be set up almost anywhere there’s enough room. The rental company drops it off, picks it up, and performs all the set up and the variety in waterslides is enormous. There are more than 70 models from which to choose and they’re an unexpected treat that guests won’t anticipate. There are endless ways to have fun with a backyard water slide.

A waterslide provides a way for party-goers to stay cool and refreshed during the hot days of summer. An added benefit is that the vinyl is soft, so even if a guest bangs up against the sides, they won’t sustain a serious injury – an important feature, especially for children’s parties.

Waterslides are an affordable option for injecting an extra level of fun into any event. Summer parties are typically held outside and when people get hot and sweaty, they get cranky. Party guests that are cool and feel refreshed have more fun.

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Kids Party Essentials

August 1, 2021 sfbadmin

Kids of all ages love a party, but it’s essential to have some party games and activities planned to keep them fully engaged. With the wide range of affordable inflatables available, a kid’s party can take many forms. Hosts can choose a waterslide for a beach theme, inflatable carnival games, or even a rock-climbing wall. The choices are almost endless and there are options for youngsters of any age.

There are inflatable mazes, virtual roller coasters and bungee trampolines from which to choose, along with robo surfers and skateboarding games. Guests can test their skills on a ninja wall, in Zorb balls, mini golf, human foosball and Hungry Hungry Hippo for younger children. Kids interested in tech-related activities can engage in interactive space activities, a disco dome, sumo arena or human size lawn games.

For those that prefer an old-school approach, there’s always musical chairs, bean bag toss, treasure hunt, and clothespin drop. Water balloon fights and variations such as water balloon bust is a great way to let kids have good, clean fun while staying cool. A bucket toss is always fun and an old-school approach introduces today’s kids age 5-12 to games with which they may not be familiar.

Pass the Parcel requires a little preparation, but it’s an especially fun game for younger children. The game can also be played so that every child receives a lollipop or other small prize so no one feels left out. An egg toss is popular with teens and tweens, especially if raw eggs are being used. A pinata always guarantees a good time – just be sure to keep other children far from the child swinging at the pinata.

There are party games and activities for children of any age and to accommodate any budget. It doesn’t matter whether hosts choose an old-school approach or opt for one or more inflatables for the party, children are sure to be pleased.

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Popular Carnival Games for your Event

June 6, 2021 sfbadmin

The sights and sounds of a summer carnival can all be yours, right in your own backyard or neighborhood. There’s no need to stand in line under a blazing sun for tickets or pay exorbitant prices for refreshments. Anyone can rent inflatables to recreate all the fun of a carnival and amusements are available for all age groups.

Unique Activities

The Bungee Trampoline combines the fun of a trampoline with the sensations of bungee jumping. It can accommodate up to five people at one time for high-flying thrills. Another popular activity involves mechanical bulls, that have moved out of drinking establishments and into the realm of carnival games. You can also rent a rock-climbing wall or corn maze.

An extensive range of slides are available that can be operated wet or dry. There are options for younger children and 40 ft. tall water slides for the more adventurous. You can also offer merry-makers the option of machines where they can give surfing, snowboarding and skateboarding a try.

Games

Everyone loves the games on the Midway and it’s easy to recreate that fun with inflatable game booths and equipment for tic-tac-toe, fish bowl, milk bottle knockdown and many others. Attendees can play enduring favorites that includes wack-a-mole, skee-ball and balloon pop, along with basketball toss, Velcro axe toss and ring toss.

There are bounce houses and a Kiddie Striker Clown – the child version of the High Striker to ring the bell. Individuals can try their luck at the cash cube, dunk tank or speed cage with a radar gun. There’s also a trackless train, foam/snow cannons, bubble machines, and photo booths so guests can create a souvenir of the special day.

Food

Part of the fun of a carnival is the food selections that always seem to taste better than when prepared at home. You can eliminate intensive food prep by renting convenient food machines that include cotton candy, snowcone, popcorn makers, and hotdog steamers.

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Bounce Into Summer with These New Inflatables

June 6, 2021 sfbadmin

Inflatables are available for every occasion, from a backyard party or a non-profit fundraiser to a business re-opening. The new arrivals at South Florida Bounce run the gamut from water slides, obstacle courses and combo units to mechanical rides, interactive experiences and carnival games.

One of the great things about gatherings for any reason is the memories it creates. A giant Snow Globe photo booth is an excellent way to commemorate the event. Hosts and organizers can also create a winter wonderland with a foam/snow cannon.

Water Slides

Known for its expansive selection of water slides, there are new options on the roster this year at South Florida Bounce. Individuals can choose from the 22 ft. tall, double lane Bermuda Falls that will deposit merry-makers into an in-ground pool. One side features a rock climb and the other a ladder. For the more adventurous, try the 40 ft. tall Typhoon Water Slide, highlighted by twin lanes. Water slides are available in single, double and triple lanes, depending upon the model chosen – and don’t forget the Polar Bear Plunge.

Obstacle Course

There are multiple obstacle courses that feature 70 ft. of tunnels, barriers to jump, bars to crawl under and other impediments. Multiple themes are available that include the Rainforest Ramage to the Rainbow Run.

Bounce House

No event is complete without a bounce house for the little tykes and individuals can choose from a variety of themes. They encompass the circus, carnival or popular cartoon characters.

Rides and Games

People of all ages love games and individuals can rent inflatable Wack-a-Mole, Skee-Ball or the Velcro Axe Throw. Individuals can try their luck at mechanical bull riding, a Virtual Rollercoaster, outer space interactive adventure, or the Xtreme Board Combo to surf, skateboard or snowboard.

A cash cube is an opportunity that few people can resist and will create hours of fun. Full size lawn games are offered that includes 9-Hole Mini Golf, Soccer Darts and Connect Four. Ideal for children, the Trackless Train is an ideal option for schools and daycares, company picnics, and any event where young children will be in attendance.

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Popular Party Themes for Kids

May 9, 2021 sfbadmin

A kid’s interest can seem to change from day-to-day and a themed party that brings elements of their favorite things to life is a surprise that any youngster loves. The following are some of the most popular themes for kids age 5-8. Parents can use their own judgement should their child have different interests.

A memorable and fun party doesn’t have to cost a fortune. There are dozens of dollar stores that have everything from disposable plates and balloons to banners and other types of decorations. It’s easy on the budget and even enables parents to send home a goody bag with the kids.

Amusement Park

There’s a wealth of age-appropriate inflatable amusements available to keep kids busy ranging from water slides to bounce houses, many of which feature themes ranging from fairy tales to race cars. Carnival type games encompass life-size board games and mazes to skee ball. In keeping with the amusement park theme, parents can rent cotton candy, popcorn, snow cone, and hot dog machines.

Let It Snow

The cold, white precipitation is a rarity in Florida and snow machines can be rented to transform a yard into a temporary winter wonderland. Add snowflakes, snowmen and similar decorations to round out the theme.

Bubble Blowout

Kids of all ages love bubbles and in addition to bottles so they can blow their own, consider renting a bubble machine. The kids can run through them and play make-believe to their heart’s content. Instead of a large birthday cake, think about cupcakes that are easier for little hands to handle.

Superheroes

Have the kids attend in their favorite superhero costume. There’s no shortage of superhero decorations, cake toppers, and craft ideas that kids can make at the party.

Glow-in-the-Dark

This is ideal for a late evening party. Kids are fascinated by anything that glows in the dark. Set the tone with glow-in-the-dark jewelry, glowsticks, swords and hanging decorations. Parents can purchase napkins, tablecloths and goody bags that glow in the dark, and there are even edible lollipops that glow.

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