Rainbow Arch Climber

The Gymnastics Direct Rainbow Arch Climber is a high quality, vibrant, and engaging piece of indoor soft play equipment designed for toddlers and young children in daycare centres, preschools, kindergartens, and early learning environments. Bold, colourful, and irresistible to curious little ones, the Rainbow Arch Climber is a multi-functional movement and sensory tool that supports the development of gross motor skills, balance, coordination, core strength, spatial awareness, creativity, and imagination all in one.

Unlike many single-purpose pieces of soft play equipment, the Rainbow Arch Climber invites children to interact with it in multiple ways. They can climb over the arch, crawl under it, rock on it, use it as a tunnel, or incorporate it into a broader kindy gym obstacle course or movement circuit. Each different interaction challenges a different set of physical and cognitive skills, making the Rainbow Arch Climber one of the most versatile and developmentally rich pieces of equipment you can add to an early learning setting.

The arched shape also makes it uniquely valuable for sensory play and imaginative learning. Young children naturally use the Rainbow Arch Climber as a prop in their play;  it becomes a bridge, a cave, a tunnel, or a hill depending on the child's imagination. This kind of open-ended, child-led play is a cornerstone of quality early childhood education, and the Rainbow Arch Climber actively encourages it through its simple, inviting design.

The bright rainbow colours are not just aesthetically pleasing — they are visually stimulating for toddlers and young children, supporting colour recognition and sensory engagement as part of everyday play. In a daycare or preschool setting, the Rainbow Arch Climber naturally draws children in and keeps them engaged, making it an asset for any educator looking to create an active, stimulating indoor play environment.

Constructed from durable PVC and sponge foam, the Rainbow Arch Climber is soft and safe against little bodies while being sturdy enough to handle the daily demands of a busy childcare or early learning centre. At 14kg it is stable and secure during use, and the smooth PVC surface wipes down quickly and easily. 

Dimensions: 90cm x 60cm x 45cm
Weight: 14kg
Construction: PVC and sponge foam
Price: $599.00 AUD

Frequently Asked Questions

What age is the Rainbow Arch Climber suitable for?
The Rainbow Arch Climber is ideal for toddlers and young children in daycare centres, kindergartens, preschools, and early learning environments. Its low-to-the-ground arched design is safe and accessible for even the youngest movers, while still providing a fun and engaging physical challenge for older preschool-aged children.

What gross motor skills does the Rainbow Arch Climber help develop?
Using the Rainbow Arch Climber supports the development of gross motor skills including balance, coordination, core strength, spatial awareness, and body control. Climbing over the arch builds upper and lower body strength, while crawling under it encourages proprioception (body awareness) and spatial reasoning -- all critical milestones in early childhood physical development.

What other developmental benefits does the Rainbow Arch Climber offer?
Beyond gross motor skill development, the Rainbow Arch Climber supports sensory play, creativity, and imaginative learning. Children naturally incorporate the arch into open-ended, child-led play; using it as a bridge, tunnel, cave, or rocking toy. This kind of imaginative play supports cognitive development, problem-solving, social skills, and language development, making the Rainbow Arch Climber a truly holistic early learning tool.

How can the Rainbow Arch Climber be used in a daycare or early learning setting?
The Rainbow Arch Climber is highly versatile. It can be used as a standalone climbing and crawling challenge, rocked back and forth as a sensory and vestibular play experience, incorporated into a kindy gym obstacle course or movement circuit, or used as a prop in imaginative free play. Its bright colours and inviting shape mean it naturally attracts children and encourages self-directed exploration.

What is the Rainbow Arch Climber made from?
The Rainbow Arch Climber is constructed from sponge foam with a PVC outer cover. It's soft and safe for young children while being durable enough for repeated daily use in a busy daycare centre, preschool, or early learning environment.

How easy is it to clean the Rainbow Arch Climber?
The smooth PVC surface is wipe-clean, making it quick and simple to sanitise between uses, essential for any shared childcare or early learning setting.

Is the Rainbow Arch Climber safe for toddlers?
Yes. The soft PVC and sponge foam construction is gentle on little bodies, and the low arched profile keeps children close to the ground at all times. As with all soft play equipment, adult supervision is recommended during use.

Does the Rainbow Arch Climber require assembly?
 No. The Rainbow Arch Climber arrives ready to use straight out of the box.