Swing Sets and Play Equipment Ground Anchors

Backyard and public play equipment brings joy, exercise, and adventure to children of all ages — but only when it’s safely secured to the ground. Whether you're setting up a standalone swing set, monkey bars, climbing tower, or a full modular play gym, proper anchoring is vital to prevent shifting, tipping, or dangerous movement during use.

GroundGrabba ground anchors offer a strong, convenient alternative to concrete footings and traditional star pickets. Designed to screw deep into the ground using a cordless impact wrench, these steel anchors grip securely in a variety of soil types — from soft sandy backyards to harder clay or compacted areas. They're the go-to solution for families, councils, schools, and landscapers who value reliability, speed, and long-term performance.

Many modern play sets — especially flat-packed or modular styles from timber or steel — include small base plates or anchor holes that are too narrow for a full-sized spiral anchor to pass through. In these cases, our Commercial Threaded GroundGrabbas are a perfect match. Instead of driving through the structure, these allow you to first install the anchor into the ground, then slide the plate over the exposed thread and fasten with a washer and nut.

For high-movement zones like swing seats, where lateral stress and vibration are constant, we recommend the Commercial Pro I or Pro II anchors. With a 15mm shaft and deeper length, they provide enhanced resistance to pull and tilt — ideal for use in community parks, schoolyards, or shared residential spaces.

Prefer a simpler option? Our Pro II GroundGrabba packs are great for DIYers and backyard installs. They offer serious grip in most firm to soft soil conditions and can be easily installed or removed without digging.

To connect your equipment safely and securely, accessories like the Multi L Bracket offer a versatile way to fix structures to the anchor shaft, especially when working with timber frames or custom mounts.

Best of all, GroundGrabba anchors are fully removable and reusable — allowing you to relocate, adjust, or upgrade your outdoor space as your kids grow. No rusting rebar. No concrete to break out. No fuss.

From swing sets and flying foxes to full jungle gyms, GroundGrabba gives your outdoor play gear the stability it needs to stay upright and safe — no matter the weather, soil, or activity level.