Blog tagged as Quantum Recreation

Traditional playgrounds provide safety but can limit children’s creativity and independence. Studies show overly structured spaces restrict imaginative play. Balancing safety with minor risks helps build resilience and confidence, fostering holistic development.

A report from Amsterdam sparks a global call, urging cities like Vancouver and Calgary to stop treating playground noise as a nuisance. With Canadian kids facing noise complaints and reduced play spaces, it’s time to prioritize outdoor play and protect children’s right to grow and thrive.

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Canada’s soccer scene is thriving with stars like Alphonso Davies, but are fields safe enough? Impact attenuation testing measures how turf absorbs impact, helping reduce injuries. Tools like TRIAX and metrics like Gmax and HIC ensure safer, high-performance sports surfaces.

Beyond playing dynamics and performance, injury risk is a major concern for field owners, parents, and coaches. Despite this, synthetic turf has surged in popularity. Key tests for turf safety include HIC and Gmax—but what do they measure, and which one should you rely on?