# Extreme Playtime Daredevil activities allow kids to exert their energy in a safe and fun manner. By [Tana Makmanee](https://www.trendhunter.com/tmak), SVP, Research Services at Trend Hunter | Published Jun 30, 2014 | Category: [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/life-stages) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/juvenile-thrills ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.4/10 - Evidence articles: 6 ## What is the Extreme Playtime trend? **Extreme Playtime:** Seeking to cultivate rather than subdue the high-energy level of kids, parents are turning to destinations that promote thrill-seeking behavior. Creating opportunities for kids to engage in physically daring activities like stunts and dystopian games, these destinations allow children to participate in ordinarily restricted activities in a well-supervised and controlled manner. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 6 featured examples - Articles from: Jan 30, 2014 to Feb 16, 2016 - Published: Jun 30, 2014 - Patterns: [Cyclicality](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/cyclicality), [Redirection](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/redirection) - Megatrends: [Gamification](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/gamification), [Experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/experience), [Youthfulness](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/youthfulness) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha, Gen Z - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Extreme Playtime trend ### Adventure Playgrounds Transforming traditional playgrounds into the environment that encourages thrill-seeking activities for kids. ### Interactive Technology Introducing technological innovation in playtime, allowing children to learn/interact through mobility, sensory skills, and robotics. ### Youth Motorsports Providing safe and explosive kickstart to kids' driving journey, that strengthens their motor and cognitive abilities. ## What the Extreme Playtime trend means for industry ### For Entertainment Industry Developing immersive playgrounds and experiences to achieve new heights in the gaming industry. ### For Robotics Industry Introducing interactive and smart robots that promote learning and human-robot interaction to the young age group. ### For Automotive Industry Creating youth-friendly and safe automotive vehicles that can stimulate learning and promote a passion for the automotive industry among the young generation. ## Trend signals for Extreme Playtime Trend score 3.4 out of 10, from popularity 41%, activity 53%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 41% - Activity: 53% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Extreme Playtime trend 6 featured examples from Jan 30, 2014 to Feb 16, 2016. - [Extravagant Bug-Eyed Playgrounds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creative-playground): This New Creative Playground Will Blow Kids Away (Category: Life-Stages) Implication: Manufacturing companies specializing in playground equipment can explore innovative designs that incorporate natural elements and interactive features. - [Kid-Friendly Go-Karts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arrow-smartkart): The 'Arrow Smart-Kart' Gives Children the Opportunity to Experience Driving (Category: Autos) Implication: The incorporation of technology into smart toy vehicles presents opportunities for innovation in design and features for the toy industry. - [Oceanic Summer Camps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carnival-cruise-kids): Camp Ocean is a Carnival Cruise Kids Voyage That Takes Place on the Seas (Category: Life-Stages) Implication: The cruise industry can benefit from reimagining onboard kids' programs to attract more families and enhance their overall vacation experience. - [Interactive Playground Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/play-structure): This Mobile Play Structure Invites Children to Interact with Robots (Category: Life-Stages) Implication: The interactive and sensory experiences provided by the MORPHs 2.0 robot play structure can be adapted for educational use in classrooms and other learning environments. - [Outdoorsy Adventure Parks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/landmark-park): The Landmark Park in Scotland Lets Kids Frolick in Nature (Category: Life-Stages) Implication: Theme parks can create more natural, exploratory outdoor activities in their attractions. - [Daredevlish Stunt Camps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hollywood-stunt-camp): Hollywood Stunt Camp Helps Kids Learn to Punch and Fall Like a Stuntsman (Category: Life-Stages) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new camp concepts that offer immersive experiences in different entertainment genres like acting, filmmaking, or music production. ## Recent trend clusters - [Constructible Franchises](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/constructible-franchises) (Life-Stages) - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Life-Stages - [Retro Graphic Tees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nostalgic-graphic-tees) - [Screen-Free Kids Phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/screen-free-kids-phones) - [Edible Oil-Based Lubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coco-lube) - [Women's Health-Focused Probiotic Supplements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/womens-health-probiotic-capsules) All articles: [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages)