Sensory Swings for Adults and Larger Users
Most sensory swings are sized for children, so this page lists only the swings in our range that carry an adult: everything here is rated to at least 100kg, and the standard 100cm nest swings are left out because they are sized for children. The capacities come from the manufacturer's manuals and are printed in the Specifics table on each product page.
The 150cm mat nest swings are the largest nest swing size in Australia and are rated to 140kg. At 150cm across they are wide enough for an adult to lie in, and they come on their own or bundled with the large swing set stand. The large nylon wrap swings measure 450cm by 250cm and hold 100kg, which is enough length to wrap fully around an adult; the medium 450cm by 180cm wrap is rated to 90kg and is not listed here. For an enclosed retreat, the Cacoon hangouts in single (153cm) and double (183cm) sizes hold 200kg, and the 150cm open hangout holds 100kg. The heavy duty commercial 100cm rope nest swing is rated to 500kg and built for commercial use.
If you need a stand as well, the large and medium swing set stands have a suggested capacity of 150kg and have been tested to 250kg, the U stand holds 150kg when sitting, and the heavier duty tripod stand holds 204kg. The X stand is rated to 120kg and is for sitting rather than swinging. Everything is stocked in our Brisbane warehouse and shipped Australia-wide.
Frequently asked questions
Which sensory swings hold an adult?
The 150cm mat nest swings (140kg), the large 450cm by 250cm nylon wrap swings (100kg), the Cacoon single and double hangouts (200kg), the 150cm open hangout (100kg), the oval seat swing (100kg) and the heavy duty commercial 100cm rope nest swing (500kg). Each figure is the manufacturer's stated capacity, listed under Specifics on the product page.
Can an adult use a wrap swing?
Yes, in the large 450cm by 250cm size, which is rated to 100kg. The medium 450cm by 180cm wrap is rated to 90kg, so choose the large one for adult use. Tie each end to its carabiner with a tight double knot, hang it no more than 40cm above a soft surface, and use it for sitting or gentle swinging rather than strong swinging, as the manual describes. Hanging from one point gives a tighter wrap and lets it spin; two points give forward and back movement.
Which stand is strong enough for an adult?
The large and medium swing set stands have a suggested capacity of 150kg and have been tested to 250kg, and they suit the wrap and 150cm nest swings. The heavier duty tripod stand holds 204kg and the U stand holds 150kg when sitting. The X stand is rated to 120kg and is designed for sitting rather than swinging, so it suits a pod chair but not an adult swinging in a nest or wrap. Where a swing is rated lower than the stand, the swing's limit applies.
How high should the swing hang for an adult?
Low. The wrap swing and nest swing manuals say the seat should be no more than 40cm above the ground, and the pod chair no more than 35cm, over grass, sand, wood chips or a padded mat rather than concrete. The nest swing manual also asks for 2m of clear space on either side. Keep the height low enough to get on and off easily, and check the hanging point and hardware before each season of use.
Can two people use a 150cm nest swing together?
The 150cm mat nest swing is rated to 140kg in total, so two smaller people can share it if their combined weight stays under that limit and both are sitting or lying rather than standing. The product description notes it is roomy enough for several children. The manual says to sit in the centre when swinging alone and never to stand or jump on the mat, because that concentrates the load on one spot.
What is the largest swing you stock?
The 150cm mat nest swing, in black or orange, is the largest nest swing size available in Australia: 150cm across with a 140kg capacity. For enclosed swings, the Cacoon double hangout is the largest at 183cm wide with a 200kg capacity. For wrap swings, the large 450cm by 250cm nylon wrap is the biggest we stock.
