How to Choose an Inflatable by Age Groups

Inflatable Rentals by Age Groups

Kids Inflatable Rentals are sure one of the most exciting aspects of any party or event where the little ones on up to young teens and even adults are attending.  Although it seems too good to be true, not all inflatable types are necessarily appropriate for every age group of kids in attendance.  PartyZone offers a variety of inflatable rentals so parents and event organizers will be able to choose the most suitable inflatable for the guests attending the event.  It is just as important to select the best option available for the appropriate ago group as choosing the theme since they all result in hours of inflatable fun!

In the beginning phase of planning your event, it helps to identify the different age groups who will be attending.  While determining the ages, please keep in mind the groups should reflect the size of the children as well.  The age and size of the kids directly relates to the type of inflatable needed for a complete inflatable experience.  For example, toddler bouncers are specifically designed for kids 7 and under (recommended ages 3 to 7) due to the nature of elements used for entertainment in the playground which may not be suitable for older kids such as young teens.  Most inflatable structures are designed to provide a safe environment for all those at play.  With that in mind, the older kids or young teens and even adults will be more engaged in physical activity, therefore, bounce house with slide combos, obstacle courses, or interactive games are a perfect choice. 

Whichever route you take as a party planner, it is important to keep in mind that larger teens and smaller kids should never be able on an inflatable structure at the same time no matter the type of inflatable rental.  If a mixed crowd is the only option, then allow the groups take turns to avoid any accidents of foul play or collisions.  Stick to the safe side and try to separate attractions for each age group!

Ages 7 and under – Toddlers

PartyZone has a great selection of inflatable playgrounds specifically designed for the little ones in mind, ages 7 and under.  These toddler bouncers are equipped with low walls allowing for easy access for parents to watch and attend to the toddlers, if necessary.  Mickey Park Learning Club and Sesame Street Learning Town are the two most popular toddler playgrounds giving the little ones a safe environment to explore, learn, laugh and play all on their own.  See our Toddler InflatablePlaygrounds for more details.

Ages 8 to 12 – Kids

Between the ages of 8 and 12 is the ideal group for inflatable fun!  We have a wide variety of inflatables to choose from like themed bouncers, bounce and slide combos, interactive games, and obstacle courses.  Kids in that age range are able to enjoy hours of fun on different attractions, except the toddler playgrounds.  Whether it is the bright colors or maybe a favorite character, the combo with slide, basketball goals, and obstacles will make for an exciting adventure in your backyard!  See our Bounce Housesand Bounce and Slide Combo Inflatables for more details.

Ages 12 and up – Young Teens and Adults

The larger kids within this age group of 12 and up usually have a much higher energy level so you’ll need to choose from inflatables geared more towards interactive elements and larger size’s to not prohibit the person’s ability to enjoy their time at play.  Obstacle courses are always a great choice because they allow two riders at once, usually on separate lanes of participation.  It also gives them a chance at a friendly competition to race to the end.  Interactive games also give that competitive element with a friendly competition or team challenges.  Adults can enjoy these as well!  See our Water Slides, Obstacle Courses and InteractiveGames for more details.   

Let PartyZone Inflatables help you choose the right inflatable based on the age group of your guests. Call us today to book your inflatable fun!  

     

Party Planning Tips for Renting an Inflatable

Party Planning Tips for Renting an Inflatable

Party planning can be rather overwhelming at times due to the many tasks involved.  All of the decisions tend to start adding up when trying to decide on food options, decorations for theme, entertainment, and other minor details involved with planning a party.   These are among the many things needing to be done without even realizing the chores around the party location. 

While the end results is worth the effort, it is hard to pull off without a few hiccups along the way.  If you are planning on renting an inflatable party rental for your entertainment choice whether it’s a bounce house, water slide, obstacle course, or interactive games then we have a few ideas to help you along the way.  Avoid any minor hiccups by following these few party planning tips. 

1.       Do you have enough space or area?

If you’re hosting a party in the backyard, make sure you have enough space for the inflatable desired.  The most popular bounce houses are 13ft x 13ft (Medium) or 15ft x 15ft (Large) and the sizes increase with more features such as our bounce house with slide combos or toddler playgrounds.  When deciding which inflatable you should reserve, measure the area you are planning on setting the inflatable up at.  Keep in mind there are things you should consider also like where do I want the entrance, where is the power source, and do I have enough room around the inflatable at all times without any obstructions.  Most of our customers like to setup in the back corner of the yards or area at the event location to ensure enough room in front for entertainment and parents to observe the kids playing. 

2.       Do you have power within 75ft?

As mentioned in tip #1, things to consider are where you want to put the entrance for the kids so they can get in and out of the inflatable game within eyesight of parents.  Once the setup location is decided, one of the other items to consider should be the location of the power source (generator) or standard household electrical outlet (GFCI 110V Outlet on 20 amp circuit).  The blowers use a significant amount of power during its use so an ideal maximum distance is 75-100ft before any power loss or tripping of the circuits.  We provide 12 gauge extension cords to be able to power the blower at those distances.    

Inflatables require electric blowers in order to inflate the structure and maintain the inflation during its use at all times.  Therefore, it’s wise to make sure the location of the blowers are out of the way especially considering the noise level when it is on.  Our delivery crews will make sure the extension cords used will be placed safely out of the way of any walking areas, if applicable on your setup. 

Please be cautious not to overload the circuit once the inflatable is setup to avoid accidental deflation of the inflatable with any kids inside!

3.       Do you have any obstructions?

When considering your setup location, please be aware of any obstructions underground such as utilities or water lines.   Inflatables must be secured at all times during operation by steel hook stakes at every anchor point driven into the ground.  These large stakes are typically 18-36 inches long.  Knowing the location of any underground obstructions can help avoid any damage when securing the inflatable.

There are some inflatables such as combos, water slides, and obstacle courses that may exceed 15ft in height so any overhead obstructions must be observed as well when planning our your setup location.  Inflatable structures must have a clearance of at least 3ft above the top of the unit to avoid any interference.  Therefore, all power lines, cable lines, low lying tree limbs or any other overhead obstructions must be considered and carefully measured to ensure a safe setup is available for your inflatable rental.  See our inflatable rental tips for more details. 

4.       Having a party at a park?

Parks and recreational areas have many rules in place when it comes to inflatables being allowed on grounds during your event.  It is advised to research all of their rules and regulations prior to booking an inflatable.  We have compiled some basic questions you should ask the coordinator at the location for you. 

                -Do you allow inflatables on grounds?

                -Which type of inflatables do you allow, if any?

                -Do you require any additional insurance or liability for inflatables?

                -Do we need a permit for the inflatable on grounds?

                -Is there power available for my inflatable?

-What is the earliest time we can have the inflatable delivered and the latest time picked up?   

Most parks require the rental company to have at least a one million dollar insurance policy in order to setup any inflatable on their grounds, which we have.  At some parks, they even require us to add them as an additional insured onto our insurance policy for liability coverage, for an additional fee.  Please make sure you provide a few weeks in advance in order to complete the process and ample time for us to submit the certificate of insurance to your locations coordinator.   Additional fees may apply when renting at parks, see our park rental tips.   

5.       What is the type of setup surface?

What type of surface are you going to have at the location, would it be grass, concrete, asphalt, dirt, or indoor floor?  Although we can setup on any surface, certain inflatables are not best suitable on every surface.  Inflatables are best setup on a grass surface to assist in avoiding any injuries to the kids while getting in and out of the inflatable you rent.  If the inflatable must be setup on concrete, asphalt, or indoor floor then we must secure using sandbags, additional fees may apply. 

The larger water slides and taller structures are safer while setup on grass so our delivery crews can secure using large stakes in the ground.  The smaller inflatables like bounce houses and the like are suitable for being secured by sandbags.  We will not setup any inflatable on any surface type with obstructions protruding the surface, uneven surfaces, as well as gravel or rocks.  See our setup area tips for more details.

During your planning process, if you have any questions or need suggestions for choosing which inflatable is best suited for you then please contact our office.  PartyZone Inflatables has all of your inflatable bounce house, water slide, and other kids party rentals ready to be delivered to you for an affordable price! 

Bounce House Rentals

Affordable fun with inflatable kids party rentals!

 

Inflatable Bounce Houses are the perfect idea for your kid’s birthday party or just another gathering with family and friends in the upcoming weekends.  The inflated structures come with up to 225ft² of bouncing area for the kids to laugh, play, and participate in healthy activities in our bouncers. 

Bounce House Rentals in Metairie are a very inexpensive way of adding some entertainment for the little ones.  PartyZone Inflatables of New Orleans has those bounce houses in mind just for you with great quality and excellent customer service, you can’t go wrong!

In need of something a little more than just a regular bounce house?  We have that available for you too!  Inflatable bounce house with slide combos are the ultimate all-in-one bouncer featuring many activities for the kids to interact with.  The features are anywhere from basketball goals, climb and slides, obstacle horizontal and vertical pop-ups, and large bouncing areas.

PartyZone delivers bounce houses, combo bouncers with slides, inflatable obstacle courses, interactive games, toddler playgrounds, waterslides, dunk tanks, and more to New Orleans and surrounding areas such as Metairie, Kenner, Harahan, Jefferson, River Ridge and many more.  See our delivery area for more details. 

Whether you are hosting a birthday party, company party, or just a family gathering then you will need something to entertain everyone at the party with something fun!!  What a better idea than an inflatable bounce house rental! 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Planning Fall Events

The fall season is the perfect time to start planning your next event.  Everyone is starting to fall back into their normal routines and schedules from vacations or summer out of town events.  The weather is still quite warm and many people are just looking for a reason to get outside to enjoy them.  In the upcoming months, the weather provides a good atmosphere for many outdoor events like fall festivals, fundraisers, family reunions, company picnics, holiday gatherings, sporting events and much more! 

At PartyZone Inflatables, we can assist you with planning your next fall event.  Our staff is ready to coordinate our rental equipment with the needs of your event whether it be an inflatable, interactive game, or party rentals, we have what you need!  We have everything you need to deliver the thrill and entertainment to your guests at your event this fall. 

Fall Festivals

Fall festivals are great ideas for schools, day care centers, churches, non-profit organizations and even community centers.  Most of the festivals provide a great means of raising money for upcoming purchases for the organization.  They create a fun and exciting atmosphere for kids by having various games for the kids to play.  At PartyZone, we have interactives such as interactive games, competition games, and dunk tanks as well as inflatables for plenty means of entertainment for the little ones.  While it is stressful enough planning a fall festival, let our staff assist with selecting certain items which fit within your budget.  It's easy as giving us your vision and allowable budget then it’s off to the planning and coordinating phase for you!

Fundraisers

The fall season is great for fundraisers or organizations that are in need of raising money.  Our event staff assists many organizations throughout the year with fundraisers by providing our rental equipment to meet their events entertainment needs.  We can help you reach your goals by adding some of our interactive games to the mix.  Let us suggest some of the easiest ways to raise money especially with a dunk tank!  The dunk tank allows guests 3 attempts to hit the target to dunk the person on the hot seat.  It’s an easy way to add fun and raising money together at the same time.       

Family Reunions

Family reunions provide a great way for family members to get together and enjoy the company of each other many may not have the luxury of doing throughout the year.  By letting PartyZone Inflatables assist you with providing the rental equipment you need, it allows the person tasked with planning to enjoy themselves instead of worrying about all the tedious items.  Our staff can ensure you have everything provided the day of your event and coordinated so your guests just have to show up and enjoy the company of their family members.  One of our most recent customers was exceptionally pleased with how easy it was which allowed them to relax an enjoy their day.  Our event staff can be on-site throughout the event to coordinate any services needed.

Company Picnics

Company picnics in the fall are a great way to get the employees together before the holiday season to get in some social time with fellow co-workers and meet their families.  While the adults are mingling, let the kids enjoy themselves with one of our inflatable rentals.  Our obstacle courses and combo all-in-one bounce houses are the most popular choices for events of this size.  It allows the kids to play together within their age range for hours of laughter and fun.  Let's not forget the classic Dunk Tank!  Who has never thought of dunking their boss into a 500 gallon tank of cool water?  Employees will be gathering around to witness the perfect moment when the target is activated and they get to capture their boss splashing down into the tank.     

Sporting Events and Backyard Party’s

At PartyZone, we have many different theme inflatables, interactives, and party extras to satisfy anyone's party planning needs this fall for any sporting events or parties.  Football season is among us and as we all know that means weekend BBQ's and cookouts for the games.  We have the perfect solution to keeping the kids entertained while the adults enjoy the game on TV.  Our inflatables will keep the little ones busy for hours and some even allow the adults to have a little fun later on after the game.  In the interest of our local favorites, we have a Tiger Splash and WHO DAT Splash water slide to bring the ultimate source of entertainment to your party!  If the weather is a little cooler, then we have some themed sports bouncers as well as combo 5n1 inflatable bouncers.  Also, don't forget to add your themed team LSU or Saints Bean Bag Toss Game rental to your order for a little friendly team competition during the game.

There are many great ideas for planning fall events this year.  Our event staff at PartyZone Inflatables can help make sure whichever type of event you are planning that all of your needs are met at a one stop shop.  Call us today to discuss your next event! 

Combos - The All-in-One Ultimate Bounce House Rental

Combos – The All-in-One Ultimate Bounce House

Inflatable bounce house rentals are always a great addition when planning a family celebration, church, community or corporate event. The kid and young teens get to enjoy the thrills, laughter and entertainment that the jump castles provide.  Bouncers may come in various shapes and sizes as well as some with varying features.  One of the most asked question by our customers is usually along the lines of, “What is the difference between the regular bounce house and a combo inflatable all in one”?  The main difference between regular bounce houses and the combo is the features inside or outside the inflatable structure for the kids entertainment including the most popular, the slide!  The inflatable bounce house combo with slide or “All-n-1” is featured by its many varieties such as the 3n1, 4n1, 5n1, and 7n1 configurations. PartyZone Inflatables has a variety of these fun, all-in-one bounce houses which have an interior area where children can bounce, climb and shoot hoops and slides that can be used wet or dry.   

Safety is #1 Priority

Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Bounce House

All of the inflatable party rentals are designed with safety features within their configuration.  Each unit has mesh windows so that the parents can enjoy watching their children playing safely inside the structure.  The entrances have inflated ramps and entrance safety netting to keep the kids from falling out while at play inside the fun jump. In the configurations with slides, there are climb steps with safety handles to assist the kids in climbing to the platform at the top of the slide before shooting down the slope of the inflatable slide.     

Unique Themed Inflatables

The combo slide bouncers come in a variety of themes and designs that will liven up any party or event. We purchase our inflatables from a manufacturer, Ninja Jump, who is the only company authorized to design and build inflatable party rentals with the images and shapes of licensed characters from Disney PIXAR, Nickelodeon, Warner Brothers, Sesame Workshop and Sanrio.  Our most popular themes come from the licensed Disney PIXAR line with character themes including Disney Princess, Mickey Mouse Clubhouse, Frozen, Doc McStuffins, Sofia the First, Planes, Cars, Pirates of the Caribbean, World of Disney, Winnie the Pooh, Finding Nemo and more that are ready for an invitation to your kids birthday party or backyard event.  Warner Brothers line has many in the super hero’s category and more featuring Batman, Superman, Justice League, Scooby Doo, Looney Tunes, and more.  Don’t forget about All Sports, Spongebob, Hello Kitty, and Sesame Street along with Elmo!

5n1 Bounce, Climb, Shoot Hoops, and Slide Combos



Disney Princess 5n1 Combo

All of the little girls will enjoy bouncing, climbing and sliding in the themed Disney Princess 5n1 combo bounce house with slide. This 3D vibrant castle with huge bouncing area, log obstacles, pop ups, basketball goal, climb and slide features create the most enchanting atmosphere for your little princess’s birthday party.  We also stock the Disney Bounce House in a 15x15 large sized jumper. 

Children can enjoy hours of fun at any backyard or church event with the Mega 5n1, Sports 5n1, or the Mickey Mouse Clubhouse 5n1 Combo’s. Each one of these inflatable bounce houses allow children to climb inside the structure, bounce, shoot hoops and climb onto the slide at the other end while parents eagerly watch from the mesh windows along the sides.  They are the most requested kids inflatable party rental for larger events or fundraisers with the many features that promote healthy entertainment for your guests. 

3n1 Bounce and Slide Combos



Tropical Paradise 3n1 Combo 

The 3n1 bounce and slide combo’s are great idea for smaller backyard events with kids and young teens. These colorful inflatable fun houses let children bounce and climb inside the structure before sliding down the large slide outside the playhouse into inflated pools or landings.  Our 3n1 bounce and slide combo inflatables can be used wet or dry.  Rent them wet during the hotter summer months for a great addition of a bouncer with a water slide rental.  Wow, even some of them come with dual lanes like our Castle 3n1 Dual Lane Bounce and Slide Combo.  PartyZone has others in stock in various themes in Sports, Princess Castle, Pirates, and our most popular the Tropical Paradise theme. 

Each inflatable combo rental comes with a blower, tarp, anchors and an extension cord for set up and take down all included in the rental price. 
Our crews deliver, setup, and take down the unit for you to eliminate any effort on our customer’s part so you can focus on other important party planning tasks.  That’s why our customers choose us!  Make sure our delivery crews cover all of the safety operations orientation of the inflatable structure you are renting to ensure a safe atmosphere for your kids and their friends. 

Combo bounce houses from PartyZone Inflatables are the perfect inflatable party rental for large and small events.  Whether hosting a kids birthday party, school fun day, church festival, community or corporate event, fundraiser, these bounce and slide combo inflatables allow children hours of bouncing, hoop shooting, climbing and sliding fun. Kid’s inflatable party rentals come in many designs to choose from to suit the themes and needs of each event so browse our selection online to find yours today.

PartyZone's Quick Tips on Renting an Inflatable

Inflatable Rental Tips

We strive to provide a top notch customer service to ensure your rental experience goes as smooth as it possibly can.  It helps by making sure our customers are prepared and understand the rental process while providing all items needed to make the right decision when it comes to your inflatable rental.  After all, we want to make sure our customers are satisfied but in the end we all know the ones we are really concerned with are the kids.  Our team has compiled a few key items to assist our customers in planning your party rental.
Budget
When customers are starting the process of planning for their party the most important phase is knowing what your budget is and how much are you willing to spend on this portion of the party.  Whether it be in your backyard for your kids, friends, family, or even a company event the budget usually helps when knowing which category of inflatables to start with.  Inflatables can have various price ranges starting at $100 all the way up to $1000 depending on the items, features, theme, size, and functionality.  We put together a quick reference guide with a basic range of prices within the different categories of inflatables.   Keep in mind, prices are subject to change and do not include tax or any applicable fees which may be associated with your event, see additional fees for additional information.
Bounce Houses $100 - $140 Combos $180 - $220 Toddlers $180 - $240 Obstacle Courses $240 - 400 Water Slides $180 - $600 Slides $180 - $400 Dunk Tank $180 - $220 Interactive Games $100 - 800 Party Accessories and Extras $2 - $200 Concessions $60 - $80
Party/Event Location
Once you determine out where you are going to have your party or event location it is important to know if there are any restrictions which may affect your inflatable rental.  In the restrictions of a location there are multiple questions you as the renter should answer once you know the location and the specifics.  We have a few scenarios to help guide you with your location type.
Residential
The residential location type may be a single family home or multi family home, apartment complexes need special permission from leasing office.  A party at a residential type is one of the easiest ones to plan for since you or someone you know owns the property and have easy access to the setup area to verify its specifications.  Although it may ne the easier of the types, there are still aspects which need to be verified to ensure you have a setup area sufficient for your rental choice.  A few quick tips below will guide you along the way to make sure your setup area fits within the inflatable rentals limitations.
Is there a power source 115 volts with a 20 amperes dedicated circuit within 100ft of the furthest corner of the setup area?  Is the size of the setup area large enough to fit the inflatable rental you are planning on renting? Is the setup area surface an approve surface of either grass, dirt, concrete, or asphalt? Is the setup area free from obstructions overhead, around setup area, and the ground surface? Is there a clear path accessible and large enough to accommodate the inflatable to be maneuvered to the setup area? Setup Area Tips Is there the correct number of attendants to supervise the safety of the persons at play during the inflatable rental in operation? Is there a homeowners insurance policy to cover the liability of the inflatable rental while in operation? If this is not your residence, do you have permission to have an inflatable rental at this location? Residential Rental Tips
Commercial
The commercial location type is usually a place of business who are holding company gatherings at their location.  Customers having events held at their place of business have similar concerns at a residential customer above.  There are a few limitations which may make a change to the setup area.  Although they may be the same there are still a few aspects as the company's event planner which need to be verified to ensure you have met the criteria for your rental choice.  A few quick tips below will guide you along the way to make sure your setup area fits within the inflatable rentals limitations and other criteria are met.
Is there a power source 115 volts with a 20 amperes dedicated circuit within 100ft of the furthest corner of the setup area?  Is the size of the setup area large enough to fit the inflatable rental you are planning on renting? Is the setup area surface an approve surface of either grass, dirt, concrete, or asphalt? Is the setup area free from obstructions overhead, around setup area, and the ground surface? Is there a clear path accessible and large enough to accommodate the inflatable to be maneuvered to the setup area? Setup Area Tips Is there the correct number of attendants to supervise the safety of the persons at play during the inflatable rental in operation? Is there an insurance policy at the location to cover the liability of the inflatable rental while in operation? Commercial Rental Tips
Park/Public Facility
The park and public facility location type has a few extra steps to ensure you are even approved to have an inflatable rental on site.  They have strict criteria that must be adhered to at all times and require much more preparation prior to choosing your inflatable rental since it is not located at a place you own but a place you are most likely renting for a period of time.  There are a majority of parks and public facilities that require rental companies to comply with their regulations and some don't even allow them at all.  Please check with the park or public facility on their inflatable restrictions before choosing your inflatable rental.  For more detailed information you can visit the our park rental tips to assist in your planning.  We have a few quick tips in the mean time to get your started.  It can be frustrating at times but we are here to help!
Do they allow inflatable rentals on site? Do they require a permit filed and the inflatable company to provide proof of insurance certificate? Do they require inflatable company to add them to as additionally insured on policy? Do they have a power source 115 volts with a 20 amperes dedicated circuit on grounds for your inflatable rental operation? What are the times allowed for you to be on site prior to setup and after for pickup? Park/Public Facility Location Tips
Age Group
Our customers should be aware of the age group who will be attending the party or event which will help with selecting the correct inflatable rental.  Inflatable are designed for certain age groups and are manufactured with guidelines for age, weight, and total persons while in operation.  It is important to be aware of the age group and amount attending to avoid in selecting the wrong inflatable rental which can lead to safety concerns and ultimately result in an unpleasurable experience.  Inflatable Safety Rules and Regulations
Water Usage
There are some inflatables which are specifically designed for water usage or others are not.  Inflatables that are not designed for water usage can lead to safety concerns and lead to accidents or injury while in operation.  The most popular inflatables for the water usage are the water slides, water games and dunk tanks while the bounce houses, combos, obstacle courses, and toddlers are not designed for water usage.  If you are unsure which inflatable to choose to match the type of party and be able to provide a safe atmosphere for your guests please contact us prior to assist in your selection or see our water usage chart.    Inflatable Rental Tips provided by PartyZone Inflatables - www.partyzone-inflatables.com

 

Event in Metairie, February 2014

 

It was a nice event they had this weekend in Metairie with our Mickey Park Learning Club - Toddler Interactive Bounce House. Our customers said the kids had a blast matching the numbers, shapes, and playing with Mickey and Minnie inside. They were able to run, jump, slide, and even interact with the pop-up characters inside the inflatable. 

 

We are sure glad the little ones enjoyed it.  It is always great to see the memories created with our party rentals.  The expressions on their faces were priceless!

For more information visit our website and venture over to the Toddlers to view the Mickey Park Learning Club. It was rated our top request for toddlers in 2013!

 

The PZ Team is ready to assist in your event planning adventure at anytime so contact us today!

 

PZ Team