The fun of jumping castles

Whether you’re a child or simply a child at heart, jumping castles can be a joy for anyone and will bring life to any party or event. More often than not parties fall into a dull theme or mold that is used year after year and while they may be enjoyable, they are not memorable. To help break that mold and make it a party to remember, rent a jumping castle in Brisbane from Jester Entertainment.

Jumping castles are fun for the whole family and can be designed for any age group. Whether you are looking for something for your young children, or looking for something more for teens and adults to enjoy, here at Jester Entertainment we have it all. Our jumping castles will be the highlight of any birthday, family gathering, corporate event, or party of any sorts. Children will love the jumping castles and parents will be relieved that their children are safely enjoying themselves, improving their skills and burning plenty of energy at the same time.

When children (or young adults) get bored they will often get into mischief, however, with jumping castles you never have to worry about that. With hours and hours of endless fun, they truly are the ultimate boredom buster and offer the perfect solution in a fun and safe environment. The high quality castles with fully inflatable walls (beware of netted / mesh walls which can collapse when jumped against) will keep your children safe as they bounce, while the open front on some of the models will ensure parents are able to sufficiently monitor smaller children while they play.

Still think jumping castles are for children? Think again! At Jester Entertainment you can rent one of our Adult Jumping Castles, Bouncing Boxing Castles, which comes with oversized novelty gloves, Bungee Run, Gladiator Duel, Sticky Wall or Sumo Suits. Teens, adults, and even children can enjoy any of these products as spectators laugh, cheer and enjoy the show.

Whether you are looking for the ultimate surprise or having an event like a 16th or 18th or 21st Birthday Party a jumping castle or interactive game will bring life to your event. Here at Jester Entertainment you have a wide selection of castles to choose from and you get a highly professional company that is dedicated to making sure you have a great time.

No matter what event you are looking to spice up, the jumping castles at Jester Entertainment in Brisbane will ensure your party is one that people won’t soon forget.

Jumping castle varieties for children

Jumping castles are the perfect idea for any party, gathering, get together, or event. Not only do jumping castles provide an excellent way for children to have fun, but parents can relax and enjoy themselves knowing that their children are safe. Through out Brisbane jumping castles are all the rage for local parties and renting one for any event will ensure that it will be memorable and fun for everyone who attends.

Here at Jester Entertainment you can find the largest assortment of jumping castles at the most competitive prices. We offer a range of Jumping Castles from simple through to interactive combo castles, large inflatable wet and dry slides, generic designed equipment through to Princess, Superheroes and Jungle themed jumping castles. We also hire a broad range of jumping castles suitable for Adults, Teenagers and Children of all ages.

Take the Jungle Run Castle and the Jungle Combo Castle as an example. Whilst both these items are from the same manufacturer, share the same artwork and similar names, the Jungle Run Castle is bigger in size and is better suited for older children (up to the age of 12). The Jungle Combo Castle is a little more compact and is more suited to children 8 years of age and under.  Sometimes our client’s back yards will dictate which castle will best suit their party. As mentioned both of these castles has fabulous artwork inside and out that will keep your children’s mind entranced with the jungle, animals, and colours all around them.  Complete with a rain / shade cover, fully inflatable walls and a large inflated slide, your children can have fun all day long with their friends.

Looking for something a bit more interactive for your children? Try the Wet ‘n’ Dry Slide or even the Bungee Run! As the name suggests the Wet ‘n’ Dry slide is a large inflatable slide that incorporates the advantages of a jumping castle with the thrill of a waterslide. The Bungee Run on the other hand will keep both the children and the spectators laughing with delight as the kids are strapped to a harness which is then attached to a stretchy cord. As the children run as far as they can, hopefully going farther than their opponent, before they are eventually quickly pulled back by the tension of the cord.

The rest of the castles such as the Princess Castle, Superheroes Castle, Celebrations Castle, Party Castle, Giant Kids Castle and Zoo Castle are all completely unique to Jester Entertainment, brightly coloured and suitable for any event or themed parties. If you want to go for a Princess theme, Pirates theme, Animal/Jungle theme, Superheroes them or general party/celebration theme you can find it all here, and more, at Jester Entertainment!

Ideas for a Great Children’s Party

A lot of thought goes into creating the party that your child will always remember.  From the invitation list to the right activities to the perfect food and snacks, planning can make the difference between an average party which is soon forgotten and one your child will remember in to their adult years.

First of all is to ensure that your party ideas are realistic. What kid wouldn’t want a circus with all the animals of the Jungle, but how many families can afford something like that?  But if that idea becomes a Jungle Theme Jumping Castle, it suddenly becomes much more feasible.

Many of the best parties start with choosing a theme.  Whether your son is into Super Heroes, or your daughter loves Princesses, every child has a favourite that, when incorporated into the party will make the day even more memorable.

In fact, any party can be made better with items like jumping castles / bouncy castles, inflatable slides or more interactive games like superheroes sumo suits or the bungee run. Such items can enhance any gathering and are popular for family events / gatherings, corporate days, fundraisers and community events; practically anywhere where children will be attending.

Party food is another important factor.  Take into consideration any food allergies guests may have, and plan accordingly.  Many companies will rent items such as Slushie Machines and Fairy Floss machines to go along with the food and snack choices.  The flavours / colours for these items can be chosen to match the theme of the party or event and can be the finishing touch to any special event.

And party planners; don’t feel like you have to do all of the work.  A professional company will set everything up, show you how to use and supervise your hired items and leave you stress-free and better able to enjoy the party you put together and socialise with the guests.

Tips for hiring a Jumping Castle

So you have decided to hire a jumping castle (also known as bouncy castles) or other form of amusement equipment (e.g. Sumo Suits) for the children or even for yourself. For myself I hear you ask, well yes, adult jumping castles do exist and they are great fun!

Once you know who will be using the jumping castle you just need to decide which amusement hire company you will book with, but where do you start? Below is a guide to help you choose a reputable and safe Jumping Castle Hire Company and not some backyard business fraught with danger.

First and foremost is to find a company which hires jumping castles with inflatable walls. Fully inflatable walls on a jumping castle ensure the upmost safety for users as they cannot collapse like some mesh / netted wall castles. Fully inflatable wall castle are safer than netted wall castles, but are more expensive to purchase so use this as a guide to the professionalism of the company when shopping around.

Secondly, ensure the company has public liability insurance. This insurance will cover any one using the equipment in case of an accident and is an absolute must when hiring. Most reputable companies will have the ‘Certificate of Currency’ on their website under the safety section. If it is not displayed online or available to view then walk away; the company is probably uninsured.

Some very reputable hire companies may even employ the services of a safety auditing company to check and approve all safety systems and procedures. Whilst this is generally only undertaken by amusement parks, some smaller jumping castle hire companies can obtain what is known as AMSAFE compliance. If you are lucky enough to find an AMSAFE compliant company in your area we would recommend them for any party or event.

If you are hiring a Jumping Castle for children then there should be an age limit and for all jumping castles there must be a maximum number of users specified. If this is not clearly specified then you are probably hiring an illegal ‘Toy’ Jumping Castle which does not comply to Australian Standards.

Beware of companies who do not provide the actual size of the castle they are hiring or how much area is required. If the information is not clearly displayed; what are they trying to hide?

Ensure the company you are hiring from will take the time to train you on how to use and supervise the equipment as well as leave you with a copy of the rules and regulations for the item/s you are hiring. All Children’s Jumping Castles and Adult Jumping Castles (which are suitable for all ages) require supervision by a person over 18 years of age.

Lastly, a sign of a reputable jumping castle hire company is one which takes a deposit to secure your booking. Don’t be caught out with disorganised businesses who fail to turn up on your special day. A well organised company should email you a confirmation of your booking with all of your details so you can double check everything, now that’s peace of mind.