F.A.Q.

An inflatable water park represents an attractive investment opportunity for several reasons:

• Major tourist attraction generating significant visitor flows
• Positive economic impact on the entire region (shops, accommodation, restaurants)
• Direct and indirect job creation
• Temporary ecological solution that preserves the natural environment
• Inclusive family activity for all ages
• High profitability potential with a controlled initial investment
• Increased visibility for your community or tourist establishment

BAW SPORTS, a French designer with over 20 years of expertise, offers solutions tailored to your specific goals.

The cost of an inflatable water park varies according to its size and configuration. Here are a few examples of our standard models:

• For a water park with a capacity ofaround 30 people, the cost is around €40,000 excluding VAT.
• For a water park with a capacity ofaround 40 people, the cost is around €50,000 excluding VAT.
• For a water park with a capacity ofaround 60 people, the cost is around €100,000 excluding VAT.
• For a water park with a capacity ofaround 80 people, the cost would be around €180,000 (excl. VAT).

We also offer individual modules from €690 excl. tax, enabling you to start with a modest investment and build up your park gradually. As each project is unique, we invite you to contact us for a personalized quotation tailored to your specific needs.

To maximize the profitability of your inflatable water park:

1. Optimize your pricing: BAW SPORTS helps BAW SPORTS define a pricing policy tailored to your market (individual tickets, season tickets, group rates).
2. Diversify your offers :
   • Offer specific time slots (morning sessions for younger children, evening sessions for teenagers).
   • Organize special events (competitions, birthdays, theme days)
   • Create packages with other local activities
3. Implement an effective marketing strategy :
   • A presence on social networks with attractive content
   • Partnerships with local tourist offices
   • Distribution of flyers in tourist accommodations
   • Website optimized for local search engine optimization
4. Reinvent your itinerary on a regular basis: Take advantage of the modularity of the structures to change the configuration between seasons, encouraging customers to come back and discover what's new.
5. Extend your season: Weather permitting, extend your opening period as far as possible.

BAW SPORTS supports BAW SPORTS in all these areas to optimize your return on investment and ensure the long-term success of your inflatable water park.

From a regulatory point of view, an inflatable water park is classified as a physical activity or sports establishment, under article 47 of law no. 84-610 of July 16 1984, amended by decree no. 91-980 of September 20 1991. It is also subject to the provisions of Decree no. 81-324 of April 7, 1981.

The main obligations include :

• Setting up a clearly defined safety zone
• Supervision by qualified personnel
• Specific administrative obligations (declarations, posting)
• Compliance with technical and health standards
• Provision of appropriate safety equipment

BAW SPORTS supports BAW SPORTS in understanding and complying with these legal obligations, providing you with all the necessary documents and advice.

Capacity depends on the size and configuration of your park. Here are the capacities of our standard models:

• Aquapark : 30 people
• Aquapark : 40 people
• Aquapark : 60 people
• Aquapark : 00 people
• Aquapark : 120 people
• Aquapark : 180 people

It is important to respect these maximum capacities for reasons of safety and user comfort. Each module has its own capacity, which contributes to the total capacity of the park. The optimum size of your park will depend on your catchment area and your business objectives.

To supervise an inflatable water park in France, staff must have specific aquatic safety qualifications. The qualifications generally required are :

• BNSSA (National Aquatic Safety and Rescue Certificate)
• or BPJEPS AAN (Brevet Professionnel de la Jeunesse, de l'Éducation Populaire et du Sport, specializing in aquatic and swimming activities)
• or BEESAN (Brevet d'État d'Éducateur Sportif aux Activités de la Natation), for older diplomas

The number of supervisors required depends on the size of the park and the number of simultaneous users. BAW SPORTS advise you on the optimal supervision ratio and best practices for organizing safety.

Weather management is essential to the safety and longevity of your water park. Based on the Beaufort scale, here are our recommendations:

• 12 hours before a storm (Beaufort scale 5-6 or more) :
  • If possible, remove the park completely from the water
  • Alternatively, disconnect obstacles individually and bring them back to shore
  • Completely deflate the structures and store them in a sheltered area
• A few hours before the storm (if time is insufficient for complete removal) :
  • Remove 70-80% of air from large obstacles (2 metres high or more)
  • Remove 50% of the air from obstacles measuring between 1 and 2 metres.
  • Loosen anchors, leaving at least 1.5 metres of slack

In the event of a sudden storm, never attempt to recover structures during the storm. Evacuate the area and wait for conditions to improve. We recommend using reliable weather forecasting services like WindGuru to anticipate these conditions.

To keep your inflatables in perfect condition and extend their lifespan:

• Rinse with clean water after each use
• Dry modules completely before storing in a dry, ventilated area away from direct sunlight.
• Regular visual inspection for small leaks
• Use the repair kit supplied for minor repairs (follow the instructions supplied).
• Avoid dragging modules over abrasive surfaces
• Observe recommended inflation pressures
• Schedule a complete annual inspection

BAW SPORTS training in maintenance and minor repairs. Our technical teams can also respond quickly on site if necessary, thanks to our stock located in France.

Our inflatable water parks are designed to offer excellent durability. Manufactured with high-quality materials and compliant with NF EN ISO 25649 standards, they are designed to withstand intensive use. BAW SPORTS all its products for 3 years against any manufacturing defects.

With proper maintenance and adequate off-season storage, our structures can have a much longer lifespan, typically between 5 and 8 years depending on the intensity of use, maximizing the return on investment for our customers.

Many operators testify to the exceptional durability of our products, with some using their modules for over 6 years without any significant degradation in performance or aesthetics.

The minimum depth required depends on the height of the modules installed and user safety. Here are the recommended minimum depths for our various parks:

• Aquapark and 40: minimum height 1.9 m
• Aquapark , 100, and 120: minimum 2.9 m
• Aquapark : minimum height 10 feet

For individual modules, depths generally vary between 1.2 m and 2.9 m, depending on the height of obstacles. These data are always specified in the technical data sheets for each product. These minimum depths must be respected to ensure user safety.

The installation of a BAW SPORTS water park BAW SPORTS a body of water requires several key steps:

• We provide a customized technical file including a 3D plan with anchor locations.
• Moorings (concrete anchors) are installed in the water at a minimum depth of 1.20 m.
• Installation can be carried out using equipment such as cranes, excavators or lift tanks
• Moorings are precisely positioned using mooring buoys
• The inflatables are then connected to the anchors using ropes and bungees.
• Our team can help you with the installation or put you in touch with professional divers if necessary.

Each step is detailed in our installation guide supplied with your order, and our technical team remains available to answer your questions throughout the process.

All our products are manufactured in compliance with NF EN ISO 25649 standards, which specifically govern the technical requirements for inflatable aquatic structures. These standards focus on specific aspects of the design, manufacture and use of floating leisure articles.

Our inflatable aquatic obstacles have been tested and inspected by SGS, a world leader in inspection and certification, to validate their conformity. What's more, our materials comply with REACH environmental and health regulations.

BAW SPORTS all its products for 3 years against manufacturing defects, demonstrating our confidence in the quality of our structures.

To convince your local authority, put forward these key arguments:

• Positive economic impact: tourist attraction generating income for local businesses
• Job creation: supervisory, management and reception staff
• Promoting the region: strengthening the community's image as a family and leisure destination
• Respect for the environment: temporary facilities allowing nature to reclaim its rights after the season
• Inclusive family activity: accessible to different age groups, promoting social cohesion
• Low environmental impact: no energy required for operation once installed

BAW SPORTS provide you with professional presentation materials to help you convince stakeholders and can even accompany you to meetings with decision-makers if necessary.