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Matted Bridge

Description: This universally accessible element contains a mat that spans between two platforms. A participant either hauls himself up to this high ropes course element or is hauled up to begin their attempt at traversing the activity.

Examples of Inclusive Options:

• It is universal in its design because once participants can walk‚ scoot‚ or pull themselves across the mat.


• When using these activities‚ a set of commands are used to insure that everyone participating is ready. These are almost always given by shouting them out. If you are working with people who have a hearing impairments‚ ensure that you have a set of signs that match up with the commands.

A group of participants works together to complete a ground based challenge activity.

A group of participants works together to complete a ground based challenge activity.

A participant crawls across the matted bridge. (Photo by Bradford Woods.)

A participant walks across the matted bridge. (Photo by Bradford Woods.)

A leader communicates with group members during an activity. (Photo by Bradford Woods.)

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