If you're an Occupational Therapist searching for a reliable, sensory-friendly solution to recommend to your participants, the Open Hangout with Stand is an absolute ripper. Designed to provide calming vestibular input and a safe, cosy retreat for children experiencing sensory overload, it’s the perfect therapeutic tool for a gentle spin or a quiet spot to decompress—right in their own backyard or living room.
Why It's Brilliant for Your Participants
- ✅ Sensory Regulation: Provides a secure space and smooth swinging to help soothe over-stimulation and support autistic participants.
- ✅ Accessible & Adjustable: The chain can be easily adjusted to lower the hangout, ensuring safe and independent getting on and off.
- ✅ Vestibular Therapy Ready: Pair it with a dedicated swivel for full, frictionless 360° rotation!
Designed for comfort and secure support, this open hangout gives kids a cosy, dedicated space to unwind and feel safe. It's incredibly popular for relaxing while reading a book, playing a game, or just enjoying a gentle breeze. Better yet, it helps to self-regulate sensory overload, making it a fantastic addition to any therapeutic routine.
Maximize Vestibular Input with 360° Spinning
While the stand includes a basic integrated swivel for gentle movement, we highly recommend upgrading to our Hammock and Sensory Swivel and Large Carabiner. This premium add-on allows for completely frictionless, continuous 360° spinning—essential for participants requiring robust vestibular input without tangling the ropes.
Everything you need to set up this relaxing space is right in the box. The hangout features 6 metal tubes for the inner ring to keep its perfect shape. Setting the chain a bit lower makes it safe for participants to transition in and out, while also increasing the distance to the sturdy side poles.
| Materials | Oxford Polyester Hangout & Powder-Coated Steel Stand |
|---|---|
| Weight Capacity | Up to 80 kg (Designed for sitting, spinning & gentle swinging) |
| Stand Dimensions | 240 cm (Height) x 260 cm (Wide Triangle Base) |
| Swing Height | 170 cm tall (Easily adjustable via the included chain) |
| Minimum Age | 3 Years Old |
| What's in the Box? | Open Hangout, Pillow, Curved Tripod Stand & Basic Integrated Swivel |
Care: The stand is large and built for the outdoors. However, to keep your Open Hangout looking heaps good and to protect the sensory fabric, we highly recommend keeping the polyester hangout under cover or shade when left out for prolonged periods.
Assembly: The hangout comes disassembled. It takes about 10+ minutes to assemble with 1-2 people. No complex tools needed, making it easy for parents or carers to set up.
We dispatch fast so your participants can get to relaxing sooner! Enjoy reliable, Australia-wide shipping straight from our local warehouses directly to the front door.
Common Questions
Can the hangout spin a full 360 degrees?
The stand comes with an integrated swivel for gentle movement. However, for continuous, frictionless 360° rotation—which is highly recommended for optimal vestibular therapy—we strongly suggest adding our Premium Sensory Swivel and Large Carabiner to your setup.
Is this suitable for adults or heavier teens?
This specific set is primarily designed for growing kids (minimum age 3). It has a strict weight limit of 80kg and is meant for sitting, spinning, and gentle swinging rather than heavy adult use.
Can I leave the Open Hangout outside?
The powder-coated steel stand is built for the outdoors. However, we recommend keeping the polyester hangout tent under cover or taking it inside if you are leaving it out for a long time to protect the fabric.