Playon

PlayOn is a South African play equipment and design specialist founded in 2003 by Colin Levin. Based in Selby, Johannesburg, the business develops innovative play spaces and equipment that help children learn, explore, engage and grow through the power of play. Its range is broad, covering more than 80 soft, suspended and sensory therapy systems designed for children and, as the brand puts it, ages 0 to 100.

For families, schools, therapy practices and play-focused venues, PlayOn’s product range includes soft play sets and shapes, ponds, mats, scooters, boards, lls and play structures. The site also features furniture for classrooms, learning and play, including seating, tables and complete sets, as well as selected products from other brands such as Gymnic, Franklin Method, Viga, Pencil Grip, Smart Games and Tiger Tribe.

Sensory and therapy-focused environments are a major part of the PlayOn offering. Their sensory categories include suspension, tactile, resistance, enrichment and multisensory products, with standout items such as glider, rotational and containing swings, elastic tunnels, barrels, rockers and balance beam sets. The Sensory Box™ is described as a portable Multi-Sensory Therapeutic Environment, created as a therapeutic tool for children who experience sensory disorders and disorders linked to trauma and autism.

PlayOn also offers a Design Studio service for clients who need a full spatial and product design solution. The process begins with a detailed conversation to understand the client’s needs, available space, vision and values, followed by a design strategy, three-dimensional layout concept, itemised quote and, where required, a professional installation plan. Their stated design areas include sensory integration rooms, interactive multi-sensory environments, complete outdoor playground solutions, differentiated classrooms and products for play, therapy and learning.

The company manufactures its own products in its Selby factory, where items are handcrafted by a dedicated team of craftsmen. PlayOn’s installation teams work across sites nationwide, building and installing playscapes that vary in size, scope and design complexity. The business is also an online retailer based in South Africa, with customers in more than 20 countries around the world.

Although PlayOn is not presented on its website as a standard party-hire operator, it is a useful find for anyone planning a child-centred space, school environment, therapy room, playroom, playground or interactive play experience. Its ball pond, soft play and sensory equipment may be especially relevant to venues, educators, therapists and event planners looking for well-considered play products rather than generic décor.

PlayOn has an interactive showroom in Dunkeld, Johannesburg, where visitors can experience a selection of the product offering by appointment. Through TimeToParty, you can shortlist PlayOn alongside other children’s entertainment, ball pit and play suppliers, helping you compare specialist options for safe, engaging and development-focused play.