Sliders (Pair)
Starting at $29.99
Sliders turn everyday surfaces into opportunities for movement and growth. With a smooth sliding bottom and soft foam top, they invite children to strengthen their muscles, improve posture, and build balance through play. Available in two sizes and sold in pairs, Sliders can be placed under hands or feet to create engaging challenges for kids of all ages. Therapists and parents alike appreciate their portability, easy cleaning, and versatility in both home and clinic settings.
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About Sliders
What makes Tumbl Trak Sliders unique is their dual surface design: a slick, specially engineered concave bottom that reduces trips paired with a soft foam top for comfort and grippy contact with hands and feet. Children are naturally motivated to push, pull, and scoot their way forward, which in turn strengthens muscles and supports better alignment.
Therapists use Sliders to encourage parallel foot placement, bear weight through the hands, and challenge balance reactions in new ways. Parents notice how easily they spark active play — whether a child is crawling, walking, or practicing posture while standing tall.
Practical for every setting, Sliders store flat in a bag or drawer, wipe clean in seconds, and withstand repeated use in busy therapy programs. By simply changing the surface — carpet for smooth gliding, vinyl for more resistance — families and professionals can tailor activities to each child’s needs.
We offer two sizes to match children’s needs. Small Sliders (9-in x 6-in) are perfect for placing feet or hands that move independently of each other. The Large Slider is great for longer feet, or when used to move two feet, two knees, two hands together, or seated.
Key features
- Smooth concave surface glides across floors
- Soft foam top for comfort and grip
- Builds strength through natural resistance
- Easy to clean and store flat
- Versatile for home or clinic activities
- Durable enough for daily therapy use
Specifications
- Small Sliders: 9-in tall x 6-in wide
- Large Sliders: 12-in tall x 9-in wide
- Top surface: Cushioned foam for comfort
- Bottom surface: Specially engineered, smooth gliding base
- Cleaning: Wipe clean with mild soap and water
- Storage: Flat and lightweight for portability
So many ways to use Sliders!
Parallel feet on a moving path
Placing Sliders along a Tumbl Tape line helps children practice even foot placement and controlled sliding, supporting gait training and alignment goals.
Obstacle course with sliding steps
Children experiment with how to glide forward without touching the barriers, encouraging motor problem solving and flexible movement strategies.
Maintaining control within set limits
With the Laser Beam acting as a boundary, children must adjust stride length and glide smoothly, strengthening motor planning under constraint.
Balancing posture on a moving base
The combination of Sliders and the Tumbl Trak challenges balance reactions, engaging multiple muscle groups as children adjust to constant movement.
Measuring glide for progress checks
Using Sliders on the Hopscotch Mat lets therapists observe stride length and symmetry while children practice smooth, coordinated walking patterns.
Plus many more activities!
- Gliding lunges that strengthen legs and hips
- Crawling with hands on Sliders for upper body power
- Scooting forward in sitting to engage the core
- Side-to-side slides that challenge balance reactions
- Backward glides for coordination and motor planning
- Partner pulls with a rope or band for cooperative play and proprioceptive feedback
- Animal walks with Sliders (penguin, bear, seal) for imaginative play and whole-body coordination
Benefits of Sliders
Balance
Children push and pull their own body weight while sliding, building core and limb strength in a playful, motivating way.
Motor Skills
Using Sliders under hands or feet encourages coordinated movements that support motor planning and controlled transitions.
Strength
Children push and pull their own body weight while sliding, building core and limb strength in a playful, motivating way.
FAQs about Sliders
Small Sliders offer a snug fit for younger children or more precise challenges. Large Sliders provide a broader surface, often preferred for bigger feet or when extra stability is the goal.
No straps needed! The foam surface naturally grips bare feet or socks, while the controlled sliding motion keeps feet centered and engaged. This strap-free design is intentional — children learn to maintain their foot position through their own muscle control, which builds strength and body awareness. It also means kids can hop on and off independently, making therapy practice feel less clinical and more like play.
While creative parents have long used socks for sliding, Sliders provide consistent, controlled resistance that’s crucial for therapeutic benefit. The foam top ensures proper foot positioning and resists slipping off, while the specific friction of the sliding surface can be reliably graded by changing floor surfaces. This predictability helps children feel secure while building real strength.
We recommend using Sliders on carpet, mats, or vinyl surfaces. While they may glide on hardwood, the hard plastic bottom could leave marks, so it’s best to avoid direct use on wood floors.
