Velopark and pump track for Ryugasaki / Japan

All-weather range of activities for families and children - not just on bikes!

FACTS

ProjectRyugasaki Velopark with Modular Pump Track
customerRyugasaki Municipality 
Location

Izumimachi, Ryugasaki, Japan

Period

Planning phase 6 months

Construction phase 2 weeks

project ManagerMarc Wyckmans

 

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

After only two weeks of construction, the ALLEGRA Asia team, under the project management of Marc Wyckmans With Velopark Ryugasaki, we have succeeded in creating a new, innovative exercise park in Japan. The VELOPARK modules, combined with the modular pump track, are located in a public area that is very popular with families and children, especially on weekends, for picnics and excursions outside of Tokyo.

The Velopark was specifically designed as publicly accessible and free facility planned and implemented – with Community support, which actively co-financed the project. A children's playground is also located nearby, making the park particularly attractive for young families. Also right next door is the Forest Adventure high ropes course and the Trail Adventure Center, with various mountain biking trails for all skill levels.

After a six-month planning phase, a varied exercise area was created within 14 days, which can be used regardless of the weather and offers a broad target group It appeals to everyone – from toddlers to families to athletically active teenagers. What's particularly exciting to watch is that the kids "conquer" the obstacles not only by bike, but also by running. Anything that's fun is allowed!

SPECIAL FEATURES

The VELOPARK modules are mounted on an asphalt track so that they can be used, for example, with a scooter: Weather-independent, easy to maintain and versatile

Position: Right next to Forest Adventure, Trail Adventure Center and a public playground

target group: Children, teenagers, families – many children even move walking through the park, not just by bike

financing: Through the Community supported, the park is public and free to use

Official opening: The park was officially opened in the presence of the community – a strong sign of citizen-oriented leisure activities

Extras for safety and fun: Specially shaped Waves in the asphalt defuse the seesaw: Even safer and child-friendly for all ages

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