Octagonal Gymnastics and Play Donut

The Gymnastics Direct Octagonal Gymnastics and Play Donut is one of the most versatile pieces of soft play equipment and gymnastics training aids available for kindy gym programs, daycare centres, preschools, early learning environments, school physical education programs, and recreational gymnastics clubs across Australia. Designed for early childhood motor skills development and beyond, the Octagonal Donut bridges the gap between open-ended soft play and structured gymnastics skill development — making it an exceptional long-term investment for any program that values versatility, durability, and developmental impact.

What makes the Octagonal Donut so unique is its dual-orientation design. Used flat on the ground, it becomes a climbing and crawling challenge, a balance platform, a group game tool, and a centrepiece for kindy gym obstacle courses and movement circuits. Turned upright, it transforms into a conditioning and gymnastics training aid — ideal for developing body shapes, balance, core strength, and fundamental gymnastics skills. This flat-or-upright flexibility means the Octagonal Donut genuinely serves two distinct purposes in one piece of equipment, maximising value for any centre, school, or club.

The octagonal shape itself is a key feature. Unlike a standard circular donut or ring, the eight flat sides of the Octagonal Donut provide multiple stable approach angles and a varied surface for children to navigate — adding complexity and challenge to movement activities and keeping sessions fresh and engaging across different age groups and ability levels.

For kindy gym and early learning programs, the Octagonal Donut supports the development of gross motor skills, balance, coordination, core strength, spatial awareness, and perceptual motor skills through active, child-led play. For gymnastics clubs and school PE programs, it is an effective conditioning and skill-shaping tool used to develop body awareness and foundational gymnastics technique. This broad appeal across both early learning and gymnastics training makes it one of the most genuinely multi-purpose pieces of equipment in the Gymnastics Direct range.

The Octagonal Donut pairs naturally with the Gymnastics Direct Donut/Balance Ring — another versatile ring-shaped soft play and training aid — for centres and clubs looking to create a comprehensive movement and gymnastics circuit. View the Donut/Balance Ring here.

Constructed from EPE sponge foam with a durable 18oz vinyl cover, the Octagonal Donut is built to last and withstand the daily wear and tear of a busy early learning or gymnastics environment. The smooth vinyl surface wipes down easily, keeping hygiene standards high in shared childcare, school, and gym settings. Available in a bold blue and green colour combination.

Looking for activity ideas? Check out our blog for tips on how to use the Octagonal Donut in your kindy gym, early learning, or gymnastics training program.

Dimensions: 122cm x 122cm x 37.5cm
Construction: EPE sponge foam, 18oz vinyl cover
Colour: Blue and green
Price: $949.00 AUD

Frequently Asked Questions

What age is the Octagonal Gymnastics and Play Donut suitable for?
The Octagonal Donut is suitable for a wide range of ages — from toddlers and young children in daycare centres, preschools, and kindy gym programs through to older children in school PE classes and recreational gymnastics clubs. Its dual-orientation design and versatile shape make it appropriate and engaging for children across all ages and ability levels.

What is the difference between using the Octagonal Donut flat versus upright?
Used flat on the ground, the Octagonal Donut is ideal for climbing over, crawling through, balancing on, and incorporating into obstacle courses and movement circuits — making it excellent for kindy gym programs, daycare centres, and early learning environments. Turned upright, it becomes a conditioning and gymnastics training aid suitable for developing body shapes, core strength, balance, and fundamental gymnastics skills. This dual-orientation design effectively gives you two pieces of equipment in one.

What gross motor skills and gymnastics skills does the Octagonal Donut help develop?
In a flat orientation, the Octagonal Donut supports development of gross motor skills including balance, coordination, core strength, spatial awareness, and perceptual motor skills. In an upright orientation, it is an effective training aid for gymnastics conditioning and body shaping, supporting the development of fundamental skills across kindy gym, recreational, and competitive gymnastics programs.

How can the Octagonal Donut be used in a kindy gym or early learning setting?
The Octagonal Donut is highly versatile in an early learning setting. It can be used as a standalone climbing and balance challenge, incorporated into a kindy gym obstacle course or movement circuit, used in group games and activities, or paired with the Gymnastics Direct Donut/Balance Ring to create a comprehensive movement and gymnastics circuit for children of all ages and ability levels.

How does the Octagonal Donut differ from the Gymnastics Direct Donut/Balance Ring?
While both are donut-shaped soft play and training aids, the Octagonal Donut features a distinctive eight-sided shape that provides multiple stable approach angles and a varied surface for movement — adding complexity and challenge compared to a standard circular ring. The Donut/Balance Ring can also be separated into two halves for additional versatility. Many centres and clubs use both products together for a more comprehensive movement circuit. View the Donut/Balance Ring here.

What is the Octagonal Donut made from?
The Octagonal Donut is constructed from EPE sponge foam with an 18oz vinyl outer cover — durable and safe for daily use across daycare centres, preschools, school PE programs, and gymnastics clubs.

How easy is it to clean the Octagonal Donut?
The smooth vinyl surface is wipe-clean, making it quick and simple to sanitise between uses — essential for any shared childcare, school, or gymnasium environment.

Does the Octagonal Donut require assembly?
No — the Octagonal Donut arrives ready to use straight out of the box.

Can I order multiple Octagonal Donuts for our centre, school, or club?
Yes! Gymnastics Direct offers a dedicated quote request service for centres, schools, and clubs purchasing in larger quantities. Visit gymnasticsdirect.com.au or call 0409 688 721.