🔧 Standard Seesaw Dimensions (Traditional Two-Seater) Feature Dimension (Approximate) Length 8–12 feet (2.4–3.6 meters) Seat Height (at rest) 1.5–2 feet (0.45–0.6 meters) Max Seat Height (when raised) 3–4 feet (0.9–1.2 meters) Beam Width 6–10 inches (15–25 cm) Ground Clearance (center) 10–18 inches (25–45 cm) Handle Height from Seat 8–12 inches (20–30 cm) 🧒 Age-Appropriate Size Guidelines Age Group Length Seat Height Notes Toddlers (2–5 years) 6–8 ft (1.8–2.4 m) ~1 ft (30 cm) Often spring-based for safety Children (5–12 years) 8–12 ft (2.4–3.6 m) 1.5–2.5 ft (45–75 cm) Traditional pivot seesaws Teens/Adults 10–12+ ft (3–4 m) Up to 3 ft (90 cm) Heavy-duty materials 🛡️ Safety Considerations Impact-attenuating surface: Under and around the seesaw (e.g., rubber mulch, sand, or engineered wood fiber). End-stoppers: Rubber or spring dampers to reduce impact. No sharp edges or pinch points: Especially at the pivot. Grip-friendly handles: Made of metal or plastic with textured surfaces. Proper spacing: At least 6 feet (1.8 m) of free space around the equipment.