Description
Overview
The Parachutes (3m) is the compact Avaro play parachute, 3 m in diameter and designed in NZ. It is sized for a small circle of children rather than a whole class, which makes it easier for the youngest groups to lift together on cue and keep control of the canopy.
Because it needs less clear floor space, it works in a classroom with the desks pushed back, a centre's indoor play area or a small hall. Rolling a soft ball across it, or lifting it for children to duck underneath, ties in with the rest of our throw & catch range.
Key benefits
- Compact 3 m canopy is manageable for small groups of young children.
- Fits indoor spaces where a full-size parachute will not.
- Bright, colourful fabric keeps early learners engaged.
- Teaches teamwork through shared lifts and counts.
- Develops coordination as children time their movements together.
Who it's for
Choose the 3 m size for early childhood centres, kindergartens, new entrant classes and small-group sessions run by teacher aides or therapists. It also suits home and holiday programme use where space is limited.
For whole-class PE or field sessions, the Parachutes (6m) gives a much bigger canopy and room for many more hands around the edge.
Care, safety and set-up
Stocked as an Avaro line, it generally dispatches the same or next business day. Centres buying one per room can add several to a quote, as quantity pricing applies on many lines, and funding packages are available for schools and clubs. Covered by the Sports Distributors 12-month guarantee.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 3 m parachute big enough for a full class?
It is the small-group size. For a whole class or a field session, the Parachutes (6m) is the better fit.
Can it be used indoors?
Its 3 m footprint is the reason many centres pick it: it fits a cleared classroom or indoor play area where a larger canopy would be crowded.
Is this an Avaro product?
Yes. It is part of the Avaro range, the Sports Distributors house brand designed in NZ, and it carries the 12-month guarantee.
