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Waterplay We’re the MAKR Group’s Splash Pad Experts! With 30+ years of experience and 1,000's of install

With 30+ years of experience and thousands of installations across the world, we’re excited to be a part of the movement toward a healthier, happier, global community by offering innovative aquatic play solutions designed for developing minds, thrill seekers, budding explorers, and the young at heart. We’re part of a group of companies that “makr” up the MAKR Group: Parkworks, Waterplay and Wekid.

We all share a common passion to connect communities through play and social experiences – we’re a tiny piece of a bigger puzzle, but an important piece!

Supplier Spotlight: Life Floor 💦Splash pads are made for bare feet, big energy, quick turns, and “one more time!”Life Fl...
06/01/2026

Supplier Spotlight: Life Floor 💦

Splash pads are made for bare feet, big energy, quick turns, and “one more time!”

Life Floor’s cushioned, slip-resistant aquatic tiles help create splash pad spaces that feel safer, more comfortable, and ready for real-life park days. With bright colours, playful patterns, and designs built for wet environments, their surfacing does more than support the fun. It becomes part of the play. 😎

Planning a splash pad for your community? Let’s talk about how Life Floor surfacing can help create a colourful, comfortable space families want to visit again and again.
👉 https://www.waterplay.com/en/contact/

What does “multi-generational play” actually mean in a public space?It is not about getting everyone to do the same thin...
05/28/2026

What does “multi-generational play” actually mean in a public space?

It is not about getting everyone to do the same thing. It's about designing spaces where:

💦 kids are running, testing, and figuring things out
💦 teens are hanging out and making it their own
💦 caregivers are close by, sometimes watching, sometimes jumping in
💦 older adults can settle in, stay awhile, and still feel part of it all

You can feel right away when all of these elements click together. The space stays active, different age groups overlap instead of rotating through, and people stick around longer than they planned.

When a space starts doing more than just “serving a need," it starts bringing people together!

Ready to learn more about designing splash pads for all ages? Check out our blog!
👉 https://www.waterplay.com/en/news/blog/designing-multi-generational-play-spaces/

While park spaces across the US are bustling this long weekend and the unofficial start of summer begins, we want to wis...
05/25/2026

While park spaces across the US are bustling this long weekend and the unofficial start of summer begins, we want to wish our fellow waterplayers in the US a safe Memorial Day weekend.

Here’s to sunny days, time with family and friends, and the joyful memories that come with a new splash pad season. 💦☀️

When the sun goes down, the splash pad flips the switch. 💡💦Glow Effects and Luminaries transform water into light, with ...
05/21/2026

When the sun goes down, the splash pad flips the switch. 💡💦

Glow Effects and Luminaries transform water into light, with illuminated features that shift colour, respond to movement, and keep the play going after dark.

Same space. Completely different energy.

What starts as a daytime amenity becomes an evening destination, drawing families back out and giving communities another reason to gather, connect, and stay longer.

It extends playtime, enhances visibility, and creates a whole new kind of experience after sunset.

Find the right features for your next aquatic play space:
👉 https://www.waterplay.com/en/products/

Splash pad season is just around the corner! ☀️ Before the water starts flowing and the first big splash happens, a smoo...
05/18/2026

Splash pad season is just around the corner! ☀️

Before the water starts flowing and the first big splash happens, a smooth spring startup makes all the difference.

From system checks and cleaning to making sure every feature is ready for play, a little preparation now helps set the tone for a safe, efficient, and successful season ahead. 💦

Whether you are opening a brand-new splash pad or bringing a well-loved space back to life for the summer, taking the time to get it right helps keep everything running smoothly from day one.

Need a refresher? We’ve got you covered.

Check out Waterplay’s Spring Startup Guide and get your splash pad ready for the season: https://www.waterplay.com/en/installation-and-support/spring-startup/

Water and play go hand in hand. So does safety! 💦🛟On International Water Safety Day, we’re celebrating the kind of aquat...
05/15/2026

Water and play go hand in hand. So does safety! 💦🛟

On International Water Safety Day, we’re celebrating the kind of aquatic play spaces that help people feel comfortable, confident, and ready to join in.

That is where thoughtful design makes all the difference.

From zero-depth play and clear sightlines to features that invite interaction without adding unnecessary risk, every detail helps create spaces that are easy to use, fun to enjoy, and safe by nature.

Because when people feel safe, they play longer, try more, and build confidence with every splash!

Some features define a splash pad. Others expand what it can be.Helices do both! 💦With their sculptural form and cascadi...
05/14/2026

Some features define a splash pad. Others expand what it can be.

Helices do both! 💦

With their sculptural form and cascading water effect, Helices bring movement, texture, and visual interest to splash pads, plazas, urban spaces, and other architectural environments.

They are playful without being loud, interactive without taking over, and bold without overwhelming the space.

Use one as a subtle design accent or group them together to create a more immersive experience. Either way, Helices add a different kind of energy, drawing people in, inviting interaction, and giving the space a moment that feels both refreshing and memorable.

👉 Explore the full Waterplay product lineup: https://www.waterplay.com/en/products/

Splash pads do more than activate a space. They change how people use it. 💦What starts as individual play quickly become...
05/11/2026

Splash pads do more than activate a space. They change how people use it. 💦

What starts as individual play quickly becomes shared. Kids coordinate movements, take turns, and create games together, all without direction. It is natural, unscripted collaboration in action.

And that behaviour grows.

Families stay longer. Caregivers connect. Spaces feel more social, more active, and more inclusive across age groups and abilities.

For communities, that means more than play value. It means stronger engagement, better use of public space, and environments people want to return to again and again.

That is the real impact of a well-designed splash pad!

Discover more ways aquatic play can benefit your community:
👉 https://www.waterplay.com/en/news/blog/benefits-splash-pads-communities/

Cities are heating up and the way we design them matters.😎 Urban spaces without shade, water, or places to pause can qui...
05/07/2026

Cities are heating up and the way we design them matters.😎

Urban spaces without shade, water, or places to pause can quickly become uncomfortable in the summer months. But with the right elements, they can shift from heat traps to places people actually want to be.

💦 Add water to cool the air and draw people in.
🌳 Layer in shade to provide relief from direct sun.
🪑 Create seating so people can stay, gather, and connect.

Together, each of these elements transforms how a space feels and functions.

The result? Cooler, more comfortable environments that support longer visits, stronger social interaction, and more vibrant community use, even on the hottest days.

Ready to create cooler, more connected spaces? Explore Waterplay's urban cooling solutions:
👉 https://www.waterplay.com/

Now this is worth celebrating! 🎉🏆A huge congratulations to Aquaticplay, recipient of Waterplay’s 2025 President’s Award!...
05/07/2026

Now this is worth celebrating! 🎉🏆

A huge congratulations to Aquaticplay, recipient of Waterplay’s 2025 President’s Award!

The President’s Award goes to the dealer who demonstrates the greatest commitment to marketing Waterplay over the past year, and AQUATICPLAY made that commitment impossible to miss.

With consistent Waterplay visibility and a clear drive to keep aquatic play front and centre, AQUATICPLAY helped more communities see what’s possible when play leads the way.

Congratulations to the AQUATICPLAY team on this well-earned win. We’re proud to celebrate your creativity, momentum, and play-first impact. 💦

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