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Playground for children: Motor skills and creativity

The role of motor skills in child development

Motor skills are like a magic wand that opens doors to a child's world. It is not just the ability to move, it is the foundation on which a child's overall development is built. When we talk about motor skills, we mean both gross and fine motor skills. Gross motor skills such as running, jumping and climbing are like a child's superpowers, best developed through play. Fine motor skills, on the other hand, refer to smaller movements, such as assembling puzzles and drawing, which require precision and concentration.

A playground is like a laboratory where these skills can grow and flourish. It is a place where every climbing frame and slide supports the development of a child's motor skills. A child's confidence and independence grow with each successful movement. And best of all, it all happens naturally at the child's own pace, inspired by the joy of play.

A source of creativity for children

Creativity is like a secret treasure that every child has inside. It doesn't need strict rules or instructions, but space and freedom to flourish. A playground offers just that - an environment where imagination takes wing and a child's inner storyteller comes to life. The Balloon Sea is an example of a place where a child's creativity can be unleashed. It is like a colourful sea where you can dive into adventures and create your own games.

Creativity is not just about making art, it's about seeing the world from different angles and finding new ways to solve problems. The playground's varied play equipment, including different structures and obstacles, challenges children to invent new ways of moving and playing. This promotes creative thinking and will be an important skill for the future.

The joy of playing together

Play is not just for children, it is also an opportunity for togetherness and shared moments. Even if adults do not come to the playground together, they are an important part of the children's play. The role of adults is to provide a safe and stimulating environment where children can explore, learn and grow. Playing together strengthens family bonds and creates memories that last a lifetime.

In the play park, parents can watch their children play and see their joy and enthusiasm. It is a place where you can forget the hustle and bustle of everyday life for a moment and give way to shared laughter and the joy of play. When children and parents share a moment of play, it builds a foundation of trust and understanding for each other.

Safety and comfort first

When it comes to children's playgrounds, safety is something that is not compromised. Every playground is carefully designed to allow children to play and explore their environment without worry. Comfort goes hand in hand with safety, because in a comfortable environment, play flows and imaginations run wild.

Everything in the play park has been thought through from the child's point of view: play equipment heights, cushioning and safe materials. Parents can relax knowing that their children have a safe place to play. What's more, when children are happy and entertained, this is reflected in the well-being of the whole family.

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HopLop operates nationwide, with parks in every region from Turku to Joensuu and Helsinki to Oulu. HopLop parks also include quality family restaurants and birthday parties.

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Arrival instructions

  1. Drive to Fredikanterassi 1, 00520 Helsinki
  2. Park on floor P4.
  3. If you are on the second floor, take the lift to floor P4
  4. Find the pink area (the columns) and look for the glass door that says DOWN UNDER.
  5. Enter through the glass doors, turn immediately left. Walk to the end of the corridor and through the door.
  6. You are now on the P4 floor on the top deck. You can access the park either by the lift on the right or by the Hoplop door down the stairs.
  7. Welcome!

Option 1: Follow the yellow DOWN UNDER signs hanging from the ceiling, which will lead you to your destination. Note that not all lifts stop on all floors. Maps in the mall will help you find the lifts and the route.

Option 2: On arrival at Tripla from the train station, there is an information desk on floor 4 where you can ask for advice. 

Option 3: Take the lifts in the shopping centre to floor P4 (parking garage). Follow the yellow DOWN UNDER signs and the signs on the ceiling until you see the HOPLOP signs. Follow the signs to the park. This is a completely FREE option for entering the park.

Option 4: MINITRIPLA is located on the second floor of the shopping centre. From there, a DOWN UNDER signposted route runs along the corridor to the lifts that take you directly to the park (the lifts are timed, and only go to floor P6 when the park is open). 

Option 1: Follow the yellow DOWN UNDER signs hanging from the ceiling, which will lead you to your destination. Note that not all lifts stop on all floors. Maps in the mall will help you find the lifts and the route.

Option 2: On arrival at Tripla from the train station, there is an information desk on floor 4 where you can ask for advice. 

Option 3: Take the lifts in the shopping centre to floor P4 (parking garage). Follow the yellow DOWN UNDER signs and the signs on the ceiling until you see the HOPLOP signs. Follow the signs to the park. This is a completely FREE option for entering the park.

Option 4: MINITRIPLA is located on the second floor of the shopping centre. From there, a DOWN UNDER signposted route runs along the corridor to the lifts that take you directly to the park (the lifts are timed, and only go to floor P6 when the park is open). 

 

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Gift for a hero: your very own Monthly pass!

When you book a birthday party between 16.4.-26.5.2024, you will receive a monthly pass as a gift for your hero. The pass can be collected from the park on the day of the celebration, which is also the start of the month's play time. Pass The pass is linked to the Family account of the reserver.

Yes, Pass is personal and is marked for the birthday hero.

With a Pass you can have as many adventures as you like during the period of validity of your pass. It is advisable to book your playtime well in advance. One playtime per day. The pass cannot be used to pay for birthdays, outings or group events.

Pass is valid in all Leo's and HopLop parks in Finland. If you wish to use the pass in Leo´s Playgrounds in other countries, please contact Customer Service at hello@leosleikkimaa.fi or info@hoplop.fi

With a Pass you can have as many adventures as you like during the period of validity of your pass. It is advisable to book your playtime well in advance. One playtime per day. The pass cannot be used to pay for birthdays, outings or group events.

We recommend making a playtime booking. Remember to log in to your Family account to use your pass.
Book your playtime in advance via the appointment form. Finalise your booking by clicking on the "Use passport" button.
 
Arrive at the park and show your reservation to the cashier, and your pass from your Leo's & HopLop Family account. Pass must be shown directly from your account, a screenshot of your pass is not sufficient. Other children and adults included in the reservation are eligible for a discounted online admission price.
Leo's and HopLop have the right to revoke Pass if the user repeatedly behaves in a disruptive manner or does not comply with the park's rules of operation or if the pass is misused. 
 
Customer service will help you at hello@leoshoplop.fi