While guests enjoy these engaging games, they can also take advantage of nearby attractions like bounce houses, inflatable slides, or an inflatable combo unit, ensuring a mix of physical and mental stimulation. We understand that hosting a party can be overwhelming, which is why we strive to make the process as easy and enjoyable as possible. Renting an inflatable castle from BounceMoore for your next party offers numerous advantages that go beyond simply providing entertainment for children and guests. Wedding Proper anchoring of inflatables is crucial, particularly for outdoor units exposed to wind and other environmental factors.
Adult supervision is critical in this regard, as having a responsible person nearby ensures that any issues are quickly addressed and safety guidelines are followed. Keeping children entertained in an inflatable castle is a straightforward yet highly rewarding task, thanks to the vast range of creative play and engaging activities they offer.
Start by assessing your specific needs and event logistics, including venue size, age of attendees, and the desired theme or decorations. Regular inspection for signs of wear, such as small tears or weakened seams, is equally essential to prevent further damage and maintain the structural integrity of the inflatable.
If you're searching for a way to elevate your party to new heights, BounceMoore's inflatable castles are the perfect solution. Additionally, families and event planners can choose from toddler-friendly mini bounce houses, inflatable play centers, and specialized indoor bounce setups, allowing every age group to participate and enjoy the festivities.
At BounceMoore, we take pride in offering more than just inflatable castle rentals-we provide an experience. Creative use of water guns in conjunction with inflatable pool slides or inflatable islands provided by BounceMoore can make for a splash-filled, entertaining experience at summer parties. It is important to focus on disinfecting high-contact areas where bacteria and dirt are likely to accumulate.
Customers can choose options like giant inflatables, inflatable dome structures, and even inflatable interactive games to meet their specific event themes. BounceMoore takes every precaution to guarantee a seamless and secure installation process. Playground
The act of jumping activates multiple muscle groups and increases heart rate, offering a full-body workout in a way that feels natural and exciting. With BounceMoore, turning your party into the event of the year is effortless and enjoyable.
Our reliable and professional team will coordinate every step of the way, transforming your party vision into a vibrant reality with ease and enthusiasm. There's something truly magical about the joy that our inflatable castles bring to children.
This means you can trust us to deliver a safe, clean, and enjoyable experience for every guest.
From the moment you book with us, we take care of every detail, ensuring that the setup is completed with precision and safety in mind and that the takedown is efficient and hassle-free. First and foremost, it is essential to consider the number of expected participants as well as their age groups.
This strategic combination of inflatables and meaningful interaction makes any fundraiser a standout event in Newport News. With one of BounceMoore's inflatable castles, your party can become a captivating escape filled with boundless energy and endless fun. Adults should be assigned to oversee the play area, managing the number of children using the inflatable and preventing overcrowding or rough behavior. Indoor Bounce Castle
Storing inflatables in a dry, well-ventilated environment preserves their quality and makes future rentals seamless and stress-free. Let us help you create an event that stands out, where every bounce, jump, and laugh becomes part of a cherished memory.
Every rental reflects our dedication to quality service and our passion for making every gathering, from small birthday parties to large-scale festivals, a resounding success. At BounceMoore, we understand that these special moments are about more than just a party-they're about creating lifelong memories.
Our inflatables are designed to provide hours of fun and entertainment, creating a vibrant centerpiece for your event that guests will remember long after the celebration ends. Renting from reputable companies that comply with safety standards ensures the equipment is secure and that participants can enjoy the activities safely.
BounceMoore's inflatable castles, often referred to as bounce houses, moon bounces, or jumping castles, create a captivating and memorable experience that is cherished by kids and adults alike. BounceMoore's equipment rental services are comprehensive, providing everything needed for a flawless event. They're vibrant, colorful, and designed to capture the imagination of every child who sees them. A medieval-themed event could feature an inflatable castle transformed into a knight's fortress, complete with a matching obstacle course styled as a training ground filled with inflatable jousts, jumping sections, and climbing towers.
We understand how special celebrations are, and our mission is to ensure every guest leaves with smiles, laughter, and memories they'll cherish for years to come. Indoor bounce castles and custom inflatable designs are perfect for themed events or corporate gatherings. This extensive selection ensures every child's dream party becomes a reality.
Imagine transforming your backyard into a magical playland where laughter echoes and joy fills the air.
At BounceMoore, we design our castles to be the centerpiece of any gathering, creating spaces where children can let loose and enjoy the moment. It's not just a rental; it's an opportunity to create an unforgettable experience for your guests. There's something special about the connections that form when kids are bouncing, sliding, and playing together.
We're dedicated to ensuring each customer enjoys a seamless rental experience, from booking to setup, and our inflatable amusement park offerings reflect our commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction. Picture kids gleefully bouncing, jumping, and sliding, their faces lighting up with excitement.
We adhere to the highest safety standards, from using durable materials to carefully inspecting each castle before every rental. Once an appropriate location is identified, ground tarps are used as a protective layer before the inflation process begins.
The basic bouncing castles evolved into larger, themed inflatables with vibrant colors, slides, tunnels, and other features that captivated children's imaginations. Inflatable decorations, indoor bouncy castles, and inflatable play centers cater to a wide range of preferences and add a unique flair to the ambiance of your event.
Inflatable castles (also called bounce houses, bouncing houses, jumpy house, bouncing castles, bouncy houses, jumping castles, jumpers, jolly jumps, bouncy castles, moon bounces, closed inflatable trampolines [CITs], or moonwalks) are temporary inflatable structures and buildings and similar items. They are rented for backyard and block party functions, school and church festivals and village fetes and used for recreational purposes. The growth in the use of such devices has led to a rental industry that includes inflatable slides, inflatable water slides, obstacle courses, and giant games, carnival games, and more.
Inflatable castles have been suggested as having some therapeutic value for children with certain sensory impairments, similar to ball pits.[1]
American engineer John Scurlock is credited as inventor of the modern inflatable tent design,[2] in 1958.[3] Scurlock, a plastics specialist who taught at Tulane University and worked for NASA, later also invented the Space Walk safety air cushion used by stunt performers and fire brigades responding to high-rise fires. According to his family, he was inspired in the late 1950s while designing inflatable tent covers for tennis courts. Scurlock's original design was known as the "Space Pillow", it had very little in common with modern bounce houses. In 1958 he also founded Space Walk Inc. In the 1980s the family business operated an indoor amusement park, The Fun Factory, in Metairie, LA, and today continues to rent heavy-duty inflatables for occasions ranging from county fairs to children's birthday parties.[3] The idea to rent inflatables for parties is attributed to Scurlock's wife[2] Frances, who was running a rental business by 1969.[4]
Bob Regehr is also credited for inventing the bouncy house in 1968, under the brand name Moon Walk.[5]
As part of the space-themed toy trend sparked by the space race, 'The Moon Walk', a closed inflatable trampoline with a plastic roof designed for children's safety, was available for mail order in the 1975 Neiman Marcus catalog.[6]
The original bouncy house was essentially an air pillow with a roof, but the hundreds of modern models include inflatable waterslides, basketball gyms, a game in which players attempt to knock each other over with a large inflatable wrecking ball, and characters licensed from multimedia franchises such as Frozen. Thousands of companies now rent inflatable castles in the United States. The market has also diversified to include lighter retail designs. By 2014, the industry was estimated to be worth $100 million.[3]
The world's largest inflatable castle, The Big Bounce America, was certified in 2018 at 1,062.252 square metres (11,433.99 sq ft). It includes multiple zones, such as ball pits, an obstacle course, a slide, a basketball court, and a DJ booth.[7][8] It was designed as an inflatable theme park for all ages, and started touring the United States in the summer of 2019 as a traveling festival.[9]
With adult play a growing trend,[9] bouncy castle rentals have also seen increased popularity at weddings.[10]
Inflatable bouncy houses, slides, pools, and other large outdoor toys for retail home use became more popular in the summer of 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, providing a means for parents to entertain their children while maintaining social distancing.[11] With schools and daycares closed, parents bought inflatables to occupy their children while conducting remote work.[12]
The surfaces are typically composed of thick, strong PVC or vinyl and nylon, and the castle is inflated using an electric or petrol-powered blower. The principle is one of constant leakage, meaning small punctures are not a problem – a medium-size "bouncy castle" requires a fan with a mechanical output of about two horsepower (about 1.5 kW) and consumes around 2 kW of electrical power, allowing for the efficiency of the motor.
UK and Australian bouncy castles have specifications calling for fully inflated walls on three sides with an open front and foam "crash mats" to catch children who may jump or fall out of the structure.
Modern moonwalks in the US are typically supported by inflatable columns and enclosed with netting. The netting allows for supervision as adults can see in from all sides.
In 2005, the most stringent standards in the construction of an inflatable amusement were adopted nationally in Australia, forming Federal Standard AS3533.4. This was a landmark safety standard bringing the toughest design/construction/operation standards to the inflatable industry of Australia. In 2006 the European Union (EU) followed and introduced similar standards throughout EU called EN14960:2006 which was then updated in 2013 to EN14960:2013.
While bouncy castle manufacturers adhere to voluntary standards, no national safety standards exist in the U.S., although some states such as Pennsylvania and New Jersey require that inflatables pass engineering and safety standards before allowing the equipment to be rented out.[13] In 2017, roughly 25 U.S. states had regulations governing permits, inspections and insurance, although a private investigation by the Pew Charitable Trust has shown significant shortcomings by industry operators and regulators to do their part.[14] North Carolina requires amusements rides, including inflatables, to be inspected annually by the North Carolina Department of Labor (NCDOL).[15][16] For inflatables to pass inspection, operators in North Carolina are required to have all training records, a current certificate of insurance, and device manuals. Inflatables that are damaged and not safe will not pass inspection until they are repaired.[17]
There are also inflatable obstacle courses that allow for participants to have races and sword fights and compete against one another. These are commonly rectangular in shape, but they can also be square if the course is maze-like. Most obstacle courses have two lanes, but some can have three or four. They feature various such as pop-up obstacles, climbing areas, slides, and tunnels. These are the best choice for very large events since participants move through them quickly.
The phrase "inflatable park" may refer to both a collection of portable inflatables set up temporarily as one attraction,[18][19] or a permanent attraction consisting of inflatables.[20][21]
Some inflatables are designed to allow games such as boxing rings, water football, penalty shootouts, basketball, rumbling, tug of war, and gladiator duels. These interactive inflatable games are made out of the same material that a continuous airflow bounce house is made of. Quad tracks are also popular and provide the perimeter for quad bike racing.
Injuries are common. According to Jim Barber, spokesman for the National Association of Amusement Ride Safety Officials, "It happens all the time. These are probably the most dangerous amusement devices they have. You see more injuries on inflatables than almost any other amusement ride you can think of – more than roller coasters."[22] In 2010, "as many as 31 U.S. children per day were treated for injuries sustained in a bounce house, or one child every 46 minutes". An estimated 65,000 children under the age of 17 were injured from 1990 to 2010.[23] In May 2001, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission released a bulletin outlining the dangers and recommended safety precautions for operating an inflatable structure.[24]
Injuries caused by inflatable rides were rising in the United States, according to a 2012 study published in the journal Pediatrics, which found a 15-fold increase from 1995 to 2010,[23] a trend corroborated in the 2003–2012 period by a 2015 U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission report.[25] Frank Scurlock, son of inventor John Scurlock and manager of bouncy inflatable rental company Space Walk, ascribes the increase to rising non-commercial use of inexpensive retail "backyard" units,[2] while bounce houses have also become more common overall.[26] Although rising, the number of injuries related to inflatable amusements is small when compared to the more everyday hazards of playgrounds and skateboards, which respectively were linked to an estimated 270,000 and 114,000 injuries in 2012.[2] In 2015, after studying the incidence of injury the commission released a revised bulletin for the recommended safety precautions for operating an inflatable device.[27]
In a survey spanning 2003–2013, the most common injuries were fractures, strains, sprains, dislocations, contusions, abrasions, and lacerations. An estimated 88% of the injured were less than 15 years old.[25] Most injuries occur due to falls or collisions with another child. Some severe fall injuries occur after wind lifts bouncy castles skyward.[2]
From 2000 to early 2016, there were 64 bounce house accidents worldwide caused by wind, resulting in 271 injuries and 10 deaths.[28] Some more notable incidents have included:
We serve Poquoson, Newport News, Yorktown, Williamsburg, Tabb, and all areas in between. If your location is beyond this radius, please let us know, and we can usually make special accommodations.
We do not provide attendants. Adult supervision is required at all times during inflatable use.
Absolutely! We offer a variety of inflatables, including bouncer and slide combos, to suit your event needs.
Yes, every inflatable is thoroughly inspected and sanitized before each use to ensure a safe play environment.
You book the inflatable for the entire day. It will be delivered to you the morning of your event and picked up in the evening.
Pickups are scheduled between 7 and 9 pm on the day of your event.