the american playground & recreation company
American Playground & Recreation Company offers a complete solution to your playground needs. Having served over 200 projects across 10+ years, we’re dedicated to designing, installing, and upgrading the most inclusive, safe playgrounds for children and their parents. Our team assists with playground design, CAD drawings, equipment sales and installation, and safety inspection.
playground structures
Browse our selection of playground structures, available in various colors and designs. Our structures are frequently installed in school playgrounds, community parks, apartment complexes, and more!
themed playgrounds
Our stylish playgrounds help maintain a modern look while providing a fun-filled zone for the neighborhood.
CRAFTSMANSHIP
Meticulously crafted using the best equipment available, our playground installations zero in on the tiniest structural detail, perfecting every stitch and seam.
VISUAL APPEAL
A harmonious blend of fashion and utility. Vibrant patterns and hues to create appealing textures and details.
age ranges
Playground equipment suitable for everything from elementary schools to community parks where children of all ages play together!
CAPACITY
Explore our catalog to find the perfect playground setup. Everything from amenities to multiple structures to fill your community park.
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SWINGS
FREE STANDING
INCLUSIVE
LIGHT PROTECTION
Sunshades help shield users from sunlight, helping protect children’s vision and skin during playtime.
TEMPERATURE REGULATION
Keeping the sun off playground structures helps lower temperatures, reducing the risk of dehydration, sunburns, and contact burns.
DURABLE FABRIC
Only the highest quality fabric is used to construct these protective shades.
STYLISH DESIGNS
Mixing bold prints and appealing color-and-style combos, our shades protect users and keep your playground in vogue.
INVITING ENVIRONMENT
An attractive, well-designed shade draws attention to your playground, encouraging parents and their children to visit.
shades & shelters
High-quality playground shade installations to help protect users from the heat and heat-related injuries.
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SITE AMENITIES
SURFACING
VERSACOURT
PLAYGROUND SCREENINGS
Enhance playground safety with reliable enclosures that separate children from animals, strangers, traffic, and attractive hazards.
custom designs
Playground screening uniquely tailored to your site’s perimeter, visibility, and security needs.
architectural fencing
High-quality playground fence materials used to construct barriers that will help contain users and protect them from external hazards.
versatility
All screening crafted from top-tier materials, guaranteeing both a stunning appearance and long-lasting durability.
enhance security
Playground screening keeps out animals, prowlers, and projectiles.
hazard free play zones
Hiding attractive hazards such as water discourages children from leaving the playground unsupervised.
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sports equipment
- Basketball
- Baseball
- Volleyball
- Bleachers
- Soccer
- Scoreboards
- & MORE!
FITNESS EQUIPMENT
DOG PARKS
Playground Design & Planning tool
Design your dream playground with our FREE, easy to use, dynamic drawing tool. Get a jump start on planning your playground project! Just open our tool, start designing, submit a short form with your contact information & one of our estimators will contact you within 1-2 business days with your FREE estimate!
Service Locations
At the American Playground & Recreation Company, we are your trusted partner in bringing joy to communities across the heartland. From every corner of the Midwest, our dedication to ingenuity and safety is unmatched. We are conveniently located across major midwest cities, offering our products and services to each and every small town in between! Help foster innovation and growth in your community by working with the American Playground and Recreation Company to create and restore active play areas in your region!
Markets
American Playground Company’s dedication to the exceptional play experience drives us to create innovative products and inclusive play spaces. Our installations spark adventure and invite everyone to participate. Extensive research, careful planning, and years of professional expertise allow us to make the best playground structures on the market. Play zones encourage children as well as their parents to come together, nurturing community relations. Contact us to get the ball rolling! Together, we’ll inspire your neighborhood!
PARK PLAYGROUNDS
SCHOOL PLAYGROUNDS
EARLY CHILDHOOD
NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS
APARTMENT & HOA PLAYGROUNDS
LANDSCAPE DESIGN
News
- Why Do Schools Need Playgrounds?
Once upon a time, all of us were children. Even the most studious of us anticipated the bell that signaled the arrival of recess, wherein we left our books on our desks and marched outside for thirty or so minutes… Read more: Why Do Schools Need Playgrounds? - Playground Swings: Everything You Need to Know
Playground swings rank among the most popular freestanding attractions in both school and community fun zones. Any given recess, kids who aren’t clambering over equipment, playing football on the field, or shooting hoops on the basketball court most commonly entertain… Read more: Playground Swings: Everything You Need to Know - How to Make a Playground Inclusive
In the years 2021-22, more than seven million American students were the recipients of special education services. This statistic, provided by the National Center for Education Statistics, includes pupils with autism, speech or language impairments, and learning disabilities—and shows the… Read more: How to Make a Playground Inclusive - Choose American Playground Company
Although clients interested in installing a playground on their property (regardless of whether they’re a school or a city park) have a few contractors to choose from when it comes to purchasing equipment, freestanding elements, and surfacing, not every contractor… Read more: Choose American Playground Company
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Our Services
Our multidisciplinary expert team can help
you from concept to completion
- Planning & Design
- Playground Safety
- Retrofitting
- Accessibility
- Installation
From Concept to Completion
Our experienced team can assist with everything
from a needs assessment to design consultations,
CAD drawings, and installation to keep your
project on track, on budget, and on time.
- Public Parks and Properties
- Private Schools
- Community Developments
- Residential
- Commercial
Our Services
Our multidisciplinary expert team can help
you from concept to completion
- Planning & Design
- Playground Safety
- Retrofitting
- Accessibility
- Installation
From Concept to Completion
Our experienced team can assist with everything from a needs assessment to design consultations, CAD drawings, and installation to keep your project on track, on budget, and on time.
- Public Parks and Properties
- Private Schools
- Community Developments
- Residential
- Commercial
