Let BounceMoore be your partner in hosting a celebration filled with laughter, smiles, and unforgettable memories. At BounceMoore, we're honored to provide a space where imagination can flourish, and we take pride in making these magical experiences possible for every event we serve. Renting an inflatable castle from BounceMoore for your next party offers numerous advantages that go beyond simply providing entertainment for children and guests. When you choose BounceMoore for your inflatable castle rental, you're not just securing a fun activity-you're partnering with a team that takes pride in delivering outstanding service and unforgettable experiences.
Our castles are more than inflatables; they're a portal to fantasy worlds where kids can become superheroes saving the day, royalty ruling their kingdoms, or explorers venturing into uncharted lands.
When it comes to planning a fun and unforgettable party in Newport News, VA, BounceMoore's inflatable castle rentals are the ultimate way to elevate any gathering into a truly magical event. First and foremost, it is essential to consider the number of expected participants as well as their age groups.
By choosing our inflatable castle rentals in Newport News, VA, you're not just adding entertainment to your event-you're crafting a day filled with boundless joy, infectious laughter, and unforgettable experiences. Ensuring the cleanliness of a bounce house or inflatable slide guarantees that subsequent users have a hygienic and enjoyable experience. BounceMoore takes every precaution to guarantee a seamless and secure installation process.
Each inflatable castle undergoes a rigorous cleaning and inspection process before every rental to ensure it's spotless and in top condition. For a more interactive experience, attach an inflatable slide or obstacle course to expand the entertainment area. The first step in the setup involves finding a flat, debris-free area suitable for the inflatable structure.
Personal touches, such as foam letters spelling out a child's name or celebratory messages, can make the inflatable even more special. Our extensive collection of inflatable castles features a variety of sizes and enchanting themes that cater to all types of parties and events.
Once the event is over, we'll return to dismantle and clean up, leaving your space just as we found it. Inflatable castles and other bouncy structures are typically manufactured using durable, high-quality materials designed for extended use, reducing the need for frequent replacements and thereby cutting down on waste.
BounceMoore's comprehensive setup services and training ensure that clients are well-equipped to manage these considerations. Whether for a backyard inflatable party or a community gathering, our water-related inflatables offer refreshing excitement.
The physical aspect of obstacle courses also promotes fitness and helps manage the flow of attendees, minimizing overcrowding in any single area. Safety is a cornerstone of our commitment to you. Getting started with BounceMoore is a breeze because we believe that planning a party should be as enjoyable and exciting as the event itself.
Our inflatable castles go beyond being a source of entertainment; they bring magic, vibrancy, and a sense of wonder to any gathering. They encourage children to interact with one another, fostering social connections, and provide parents with a much-needed break as the kids enjoy themselves in a safe and contained environment.
Safety is at the heart of everything we do at BounceMoore, and we take every precaution to ensure that each inflatable castle rental meets the highest standards of security and reliability. Inflatable Theme Park These castles become the highlight of the day for kids and a source of satisfaction for parents, who love seeing their little ones so full of joy.
The stories of happiness we hear from our customers inspire us to keep delivering the very best, party after party.
Providing shaded rest areas with refreshments also helps ensure that children remain comfortable, hydrated, and enthusiastic throughout the duration of the event. Whether for a backyard party, a wedding with a white bouncy house, or a large community festival, the blend of inflatable rentals and giant games guarantees a fun-filled atmosphere for everyone involved. At BounceMoore, we take pride in being a part of these cherished memories.
Our commitment to quality, service, and safety ensures that every rental becomes a centerpiece of joy and excitement, giving families and guests something unforgettable to cherish.
For weddings and formal events, our elegant white bouncy houses and castle hire services add a touch of playful sophistication. Their commitment to safety, durability, and customer satisfaction ensures every event in Newport News, VA, is filled with joy, laughter, and unforgettable moments. These castles are more than just inflatables-they are a gateway to a world where imaginations soar and friendships flourish. It is important to focus on disinfecting high-contact areas where bacteria and dirt are likely to accumulate.
Hosting a party can be stressful, with a whirlwind of details to manage, from decorations to entertainment. This strategic combination of inflatables and meaningful interaction makes any fundraiser a standout event in Newport News. Creative themes for events using customized moonwalks offer an exciting way to elevate special occasions and capture the imagination of guests.
Inflatable playgrounds can be customized to fit both indoor and outdoor settings, offering flexibility and convenience, regardless of weather conditions. Themed parties can particularly benefit from this setup. Our experienced team ensures that you can focus entirely on the things that truly matter-connecting with your guests, enjoying the festivities, and creating special memories that last a lifetime.
That's why our inflatable castles are thoughtfully designed to bring a touch of magic and excitement to your event. Adding storytelling sessions where kids pretend to be knights or explorers within their inflatable kingdom can elevate the fun, creating a memorable experience that nurtures creativity and physical activity simultaneously. The moment they step inside, the real magic begins-joyful leaps into the air, excited races to the top of slides, and the contagious sound of laughter as kids tumble down in delight. Inflatable Activity Center
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:
Deliveries are made between 6 and 9 am on the day of your event.
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.
Yes, we offer discounts for multiple-day rentals. Please contact us for more details.
Yes, we offer inflatables with attached pools for a refreshing way to cool off.
You can book an inflatable by visiting our website and selecting your desired rental, or by contacting us directly.
Yes, the listed price includes setup and breakdown, as well as delivery within the first 10 miles. Beyond 10 miles, an additional delivery charge per mile will apply.
Extra fees may apply depending on how far you are outside our service area.