The Chirping Moms

DIY Balance Beam

We spend a lot of time in our back yard. I am always looking for fun outdoor toys. When we are at the park, Maggie & Alex love to walk around the perimeter of the park &  “balance” on the ledge. I decided I wanted to try & make them a balance beam for the yard. I was going to just buy a piece of wood, but wanted something a little sturdier & higher off the ground. With my husbands help, we came up with a great balance beam for the girls. He put it all together for them & even spray painted it purple! It was very easy & cost about $15.

Supplies:

8 Foot long 4″ X 4″ piece of wood

2″ X 4″ cut into 4 pieces of equal length

6 L brackets

24 1.5″ screws

Spray paint or paint (optional)

 

Directions:

Place 2 of the pieces of the 2″X4″ at either end of the 4″X4″. Screw in the L brackets. Then place a 3rd piece in the middle of the 4″X4″ & screw in L brackets. Discard the 4th piece or save it for another project. Paint the beam, let it dry & then enjoy balancing on it!

All items can be found at Home Depot. My girls love their balance beam & play on it all the time. Please share your fun DIY projects for outdoor fun!

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Comments

  6. What a simple idea! Almost like a "duh" moment for me. My kids love walking around the playground perimeters, too. They would love to have one of these in the yard!

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  12. Just had my hubby make this last night and I am about to paint it now, IF I can get my 4 yr old if long enough! Great, simple idea! Thanks

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