Getting your own jumping castle is a very fun way of adding a little bit more excitement in the family. As fun as it is to set up jumping castles in family parties or gatherings, it is also an alternative to exercising, for children to keep fit and healthy in a more enjoyable way. Since jumping castles come in many different shapes and sizes, you can rest assure that there is no dullness in every design. Well, if you’re planning to buy one soon, it can be a bit confusing at first to decide whether they should be placed inside or the outside of your home. Don’t worry, this article should help you with your decision-making process.

Types of jumping castles

Jumping castles today are categorized into 4 different shapes and styles. These are namely:

  • Obstacle courses
  • Sumo suits
  • Slide
  • Games

You could also find out beforehand the characteristics and preferences of its potential users and sum it all up into a single decision that suits the majority of votes.

To buy or rent?

Generally, you should know that jumping castles are typically used in functions for birthday parties, public events, school festivals, and church functions. The first question you might want to ask yourself is whether you are going to use jumping castles regularly or not. If let’s say you buy a jumping castle for reasons that are long-term, it is a good idea as it is fully yours and you can use it whenever you like without having to worry about issues such as availability and etc. If it’s for short-term reasons and there is no fixed place for this castle, go with rental instead, the rental companies will generally be the ones to do the heavy lifting and transport the jumping castle to an arranged venue.

Jumping castle placement

Depending on the situation, jumping castles can be positioned in various places around your space. If you are planning to purchase a smaller one, you can fit it directly inside your home or set it up in your children’s playroom. On a side note, small jumping castles are also ideal to be placed outside in a backyard or garden for all to enjoy.