Fun for the Whole Family: Inflatable Water Slides

If you’re looking for a way to have fun with the whole family in the long, hot Australian summer, then there’s nothing better than an inflatable water slide. The perfect accompaniment to inflatable jumping castles or as a fun addition to your dam, these slides are great for keeping the little ones entertained and the adults relaxed all summer long.

Inflatables are an excellent addition to any source of water in your backyard. From inflatable lounge sets to jumping castles to mini water parks, there isn’t much you can’t get in the way of entertaining water features now, so what is so special about an inflatable water slide?

We’re going to cover all aspects of water slides and why we think you should get one this summer in this article. Find out more below.

What are Floating Water Slides?

As the name suggests, an inflatable or floating water slide is a water slide that sits on a body of water and floats. Usually made from PVC or vinyl, these water slides are UV-resistant and durable enough to withstand constant exposure to water. This means they will last season after season for backyard fun with the children.

A water slide can be used on its own, in a swimming pool, lake, lagoon, pond, or dam, but it can also be attached to other inflatables, like a mini park, bouncy castle, or even an inflatable lounge for the adults to relax in.

Adding a water slide to your lagoon or lake is a great way to keep the kids entertained for hours on end, giving you an easy life as you enjoy the water and the sun this summer.

Types of Inflatable Water Slides

There are many kinds of water slides that you can buy to keep the kids entertained in the hot weather. These include the following.

Free-standing water slides

Like the  Freefall 6, freestanding inflatable slides can be used alone or connected to an already set up water park on your water source. These water slides have inflatable steps and drops of different heights that will keep the kids amused for hours.

Above: Freefall 6

Multiple-user water slides

The  Freefall Extreme is an excellent example of a multi-user water slide. It has wide dimensions that allow for numerous kids to slide down at once, offering an exhilarating drop into the water below.

Above:  Freefall Extreme

Water slide attachments

If you already have a  water trampoline, then a water slide like the Large Ricochet Recoil Slide is an excellent addition. These features provide a fun way to slide off the water trampoline and into the water. They come with attachments so that you can keep your child safe as they use the water slide.

Above:  Large Ricochet Recoil Slide

The water slide options are far-reaching and include many other styles than we can list here. Take a look at our entire site listings for inflatable recreation and water slide options now to find out more.

The Benefits of Buying an Inflatable Water Slide This Summer

Whether you’re considering building a mini water park or you’re just looking to invest in a water slide, you might be wondering how this investment could benefit you.

Entertainment and Fun

It’s no secret that a water slide can add a lot of fun to a child’s school break, and as the sun beats down and the weather turns warmer, there is nothing better than taking it easy while the children play. A water slide is likely to keep the kids amused for days at a time, so while they have fun, you can chill out.

Physical Activity

With no mandated exercise from school sports, it is easy for children to sit around and do nothing over the break. By installing a water slide or mini water park in your backyard, the kids will have some wet and wild fun while also getting in their cardio for the day! After all, clambering up and down a wet water slide is pretty tricky!

Coordination and Balance

Believe it or not, a water slide can actually help your kids or grandkids to learn better coordination and balance. Keeping themselves steady on a wet slide and slippery steps can help them develop core strength, spatial awareness, strength, and endurance.

Outdoor Play

Getting the kids out in nature is excellent for their mental health, and so the allure of a water slide is a fantastic way to make sure they get their vitamin D over the school break.

Easy Storage

When it comes time to pack away the water slide for the end of the summer, you will be pleased to know that they are effortless to store. As inflatable products, they pack away neatly and can be kept safe for the next school break.

Social Connection

Lastly, a water slide is an excellent way for kids to bond this summer. Whether it is a fun time spent with siblings or you set up playdates between friends, these slides are designed for kids to play, race, compete, and have fun together. It can help even the shyest children to develop social skills and make new friends.

Setting Up Your Water Slide

Any water slide you get will come with strict instructions as to how to set it up. Most require a specific water depth to ensure that kids sliding down the wet surface are kept safe and secure. If you are attaching your water slide to a park or another inflatable, then ensure you use the provided attachments and secure them firmly before allowing anyone onto the surfaces.

Water slides will also come with repair kits to help you keep on top of any punctures and to ensure that the inflatable is always safe. We also recommend carrying out regular maintenance checks to ensure the slide is always in good condition before anyone gets onto it.

While inflatable slides are made with durable materials that can withstand wear and tear, it is essential to note that they will spend long days in the water, which can have an impact eventually.

Safety Considerations

As with any inflatable, you should set out some safety conditions for people playing on your water slide. Ensure that anyone getting on the water slide is a confident swimmer, and have the kids look out for one another to keep everyone safe.

It is best to keep an eye on anyone playing on the water slide at all times to ensure no one gets injured or stuck. If you’re considering how to spend your time while your grandkids play, why not take a look at our inflatable lounges? These can sit close to the water slide and allow you to enjoy the sun and the water while keeping the kids as safe as possible.

Shop Now

For a summer of fun, we highly recommend shopping our online range of inflatable water slides. We offer a wide variety of slide options in our stock, so whatever park, lounge, or lake setup you have going on, a slide will fit in really easily.

Check out our entire inventory now and give yourself a reason to spend the entire summer in the backyard in the sun!