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Gaga pits for schools
A gaga pit for your school.
Give your students a place to play gaga ball at recess and lunch. Your maintenance team can build it in most of a day, and you can have a quote ready for your purchase order in a minute.
- Steel corners with no posts sticking out, so nothing for students to run into
- One easy choice: 60 cm walls for primary, 80 cm for high school
- Approval made simple: instant numbered PDF quote, POs welcome, 30-day terms
- Made in Victoria by a father and school teacher, with free delivery Australia-wide
Get your price in under a minute: a few details below.
How it works
From quote to kids playing in three steps.
2. Order the way your school does
Send a purchase order, or pay by card or bank transfer. Schools get 30-day payment terms. Delivery is typically 5 to 10 business days from dispatch.
3. Build it in most of a day
Two people, a local timber order and our printed instructions are all it takes. Your maintenance team or a local tradesperson bolts our brackets to the timber.
Why a bracket kit
Nothing to run into. Stronger where it matters.
No posts sticking out
Many pits have bulky timber uprights around the outside. With students running at full speed, those are something to hit. Ours has none, so the walls stay clean and flat all the way round.
Stronger corners
A solid galvanised steel bracket wraps every corner, full height, so the steel carries the load. That is a far stronger joint than timber screwed together with angled screws, or uprights screwed across the corner.
Choose the wall height
Pick the wall height for your students.
Both kits use the same bracket design, hardware and instructions (the 80 cm bracket is 200 mm taller), with free delivery Australia-wide.
80 cm kit
Best for high schools$549
A taller wall that keeps the ball in play for older, faster players. Four sleepers high.
Get a quote60 cm kit
Best for primary schools$499
A lower wall that younger students can see over and step into easily. Three sleepers high.
Get a quoteWhat you get
Everything you need to build it, except the timber.
In every kit:
- 8 galvanised steel corner brackets, made in Victoria, so the walls have clean corners with nothing sticking out
- Galvanised bolts and hardware, so there is nothing else to hunt for
- Printed build instructions and a timber shopping list, so you can order the right timber first go
- Free delivery Australia-wide
Your team provides: H4 treated pine sleepers from a local supplier (about 24 for the 60 cm pit, 32 for the 80 cm), a few hand tools, a ball, and a level spot. No concrete slab is needed. Our base guide covers what to put under and inside it.
Made by someone who gets schools
Designed by a father and school teacher.
Older pits use upright posts that stick out. Ours use steel corner brackets instead, so the walls stay clear, the corners are far stronger, and the pit goes up quickly. I cut, fold and punch every bracket in Victoria, and I wrote the instructions and timber list for the people who build these: school maintenance staff and local tradespeople.
Questions before you order? Email stewart@gagapitkits.com.au and I will reply personally, usually within one business day.
Ready to get students playing?
Get your price in under a minute.
Pick a height, enter your details and take the numbered PDF to your business manager or principal.
Full details for schools — you don't need to read this to order
Why it suits a school site
Plan a defined play space with confidence.
The regular octagon is approximately 5.8 m across, with eight sides of 2.4 m. Allow about 1.5 m of clear space around it for entry and movement, giving a useful planning allowance of roughly 9 m by 9 m overall.
The pit can be planned on grass, mulch, compacted gravel or synthetic grass when the site is level, prepared and assessed for local requirements. It does not need a permanent foundation. The school remains responsible for site approval and installation checks under its own policies.
80 cm | $549
For a taller wall
Four sleepers tall, using 32 x 2.4 m H4 treated pine sleepers. Choose it when the planned play area benefits from the taller wall.
60 cm | $499
For a lower wall
Three sleepers tall, using 24 x 2.4 m H4 treated pine sleepers. Choose it when a lower profile suits the location.
Included
Keep the scope clear
Each kit includes 8 Australian-made galvanised steel corner brackets, galvanised bolts and hardware, printed instructions and a timber shopping list. Timber, surfacing, tools and labour are separate.
How to order, approve and pay.
Choose a kit and quantity on the quick quote form. The site issues a numbered PDF quote valid for 30 days, showing the ABN, total and free delivery. Raise your purchase order as normal. Once it is approved, use the button on your quote to get your invoice and enter the PO number there, or email the PO to stewart@gagapitkits.com.au. The invoice is dated that day and uses 30-day terms.
Payment can also be made by bank transfer or card online. Delivery is free Australia-wide and is typically 5–10 business days from dispatch.
Organisation FAQ
Questions buyers ask first.
How much space does the pit need?
The standard octagon is approximately 5.8 m across. Allow at least 1.5 m of clear space around the pit for entry and exit; an overall planning allowance of about 9 m by 9 m is useful. Confirm the final layout against your site, access routes and local requirements.
How much timber should we budget for?
The 80 cm build uses approximately 32 treated-pine sleepers and the 60 cm build uses approximately 24. Timber is purchased locally, so the final amount depends on your supplier, timber specification and current local pricing.
What is included in the kit?
Both kit sizes include 8 galvanised steel corner brackets, galvanised bolts and hardware, printed build instructions and a timber shopping list. Timber, surfacing, tools, installation labour and a ball are not included. Delivery of the kit is free Australia-wide.
How long does the build take?
Allow most of a day for two people. That allowance covers setting out, site preparation, cutting, drilling, bolting and final checks. The actual time depends on the site, timber and team.
What safety and edge checks should we make?
The organisation is responsible for assessing the site, preparing a stable base, following the build instructions, tightening and checking the hardware, and removing splinters or sharp exposed edges. If the site or installation needs specialist advice, engage a suitably qualified local tradesperson.
Can the pit sit on grass, mulch or synthetic grass?
Potentially, yes. Grass, mulch, compacted gravel and synthetic grass can all be suitable when the area is assessed and prepared appropriately. The site should be level, drained and free of trip hazards, with clear space around the pit. The buyer must confirm suitability for the particular location.
Can we buy by purchase order?
Yes. Request the instant numbered PDF quote, raise your purchase order, then use the button on your quote once it is approved to get your invoice and enter the PO number. You can also email the PO to stewart@gagapitkits.com.au. The invoice is dated that day and uses 30-day terms. Payment by bank transfer or card online is also available.
How long does delivery take?
Delivery is free Australia-wide. The usual transit time is 5–10 business days from dispatch, with tracking supplied after dispatch. Timing can vary by location and courier network.
Who can order, and what warranty applies?
The kits are for schools, camps, churches and youth groups, sports clubs, councils and community groups. Warranty and returns information is available on the Warranty & Returns page. Please contact the team before returning anything.