The Compass Classroom/Therapy Chair by Rifton
Back by popular demand, the reimagined Compass Chair has been designed and manufactured by USA based adaptive experts, Rifton, to meet the special needs of mildly involved children in a classroom or therapy setting.
Features:
- Available in 5 convenient sizes
- All 4 legs boast a 2” height range
- Adjustable legs allow for a slight tilt or recline
- High, stable armrests
- Durable construction
- Raised sides to channel focus
- Non-slip seat and backrest finish
- Stability Feet are Seat Belt available for more active students
Not only is the Compass Chair available in 5 sizes, accommodating those children from very small to young adult status, each size also boasts 2” of height adjustment, making this unique offering even more accommodating to children of varying heights.
Furthermore, the rear legs or the front legs can be shortened independently, in order to add or diminish recline…perfect for times when the carer wishes to inspire either focused action or calm relaxation. Each leg has three separate height settings and all legs can be independently adjusted.
The Rifton Compass Chair is all about inclusion, providing sensory boundaries by channeling the special needs child’s focus forward, all whilst maintaining security and comfort.
Security is further heightened by the use of non-slip texturing, ideal for overactive learners with a tendency to wiggle. What’s more, rear stability feet are available for children with a tendency to ‘ride’ a chair or for those with more extreme hyperactive behavior. The stability feet boast the same adjustability as the regular ones.
Studies have shown that users within the autism spectrum are likely to benefit from the gentle boundary provision of the Rifton Compass, as the raised sides of the seat, along with the full and sturdy, high armrests focus their attention in front of them, all while reassuring them with relaxed but supportive upper body positioning.
Last but not least, the Compass Chair’s durable design is also elegant and stylish but unassuming enough to blend seamlessly into any classroom or therapy room setup.