Rifton Compass Chair

Due to overwhelming interest, the redesigned Compass Chair by Rifton, a company specializing in adaptive solutions in the US, caters to the unique requirements of children with mild disabilities in educational or therapeutic environments.   The chair comes in five different sizes, ranging from very small to young adult, ensuring a perfect fit for children of various ages and sizes. Additionally, it features a 2-inch height adjustment in each size, enhancing its versatility to accommodate children of different heights.   To support varying needs for posture and comfort, either the chair's front or back legs can be adjusted independently, allowing for the adjustment of the chair's recline. This feature is especially useful for caregivers looking to encourage either active engagement or relaxation in children. Each leg offers three height settings, and they can be adjusted separately for precise customization.   The Compass Chair by Rifton focuses on inclusive design, offering sensory boundaries that help direct the child’s attention forward, ensuring they remain secure and comfortable. For added safety, the chair includes non-slip textures, perfect for children who tend to move around a lot. Additionally, for those prone to extreme movement or 'riding' the chair, rear stability feet are available, which offer the same level of adjustability as the regular legs. Research indicates that individuals on the autism spectrum particularly benefit from the Compass Chair's ability to provide gentle boundaries. The raised seat edges and the full, robust armrests help concentrate their focus forward, offering a reassuring, supportive environment for their upper body. Moreover, the Compass Chair is not only durable but also features an elegant, understated design that easily integrates into any classroom or therapeutic setting. Features Low-Friction Legs The optional low-friction legs make it easier to slide the chair across surfaces. New! Stability Feet The new stability feet can be clipped on or off the front and back legs independently. They widen the chair’s base of support, making it suitable for more active, tip-prone students. New! Dynamic Feet The dynamic feet give the chair a subtle bounce and a softer feel. They provide just enough movement to help students focus and release energy while still offering a sense of security. Height Adjustment The new legs provide double the height adjustment range, allowing you to find the perfect fit for your child. 4"of height adjustment. Compass Chair Benefits Secure Seating The seat and back feature a non-slip texture for added stability and safety.   Adjustable Height Offers 4 inches of height adjustment to ensure the perfect fit for every user. All-Age Compatibility From the smallest preschooler to adults, this chair ensures inclusivity and adaptability in various educational or therapeutic environments. Classroom-Friendly Design The calming blue color and minimalist design blend seamlessly with other classroom chairs. Supportive & Sensory-Friendly Provides physical support while offering sensory boundaries to enhance focus and comfort.   Low Friction Chair The chair is equipped with low friction feet, crafted from durable hard plastic, which are designed to slip over the standard rubber feet, enabling the chair to glide more smoothly. Adaptable Seat Height The legs offer two inches of height adjustment for achieving the perfect seat height and to accommodate growth. Both chairs depicted are size 3. Supportive Seating Its contoured seat and robust armrests create comforting boundaries, offering the necessary support for students with mild needs to feel both secure and comfortable. Which Size is Right for You? Available in five sizes, this chair caters to a range from small children to adults, with adjustable legs that offer precise customization for ideal positioning. User Dimensions - inches R310 size 1 R320 size 2 R330 size 3 R340 size 4 R350 size 5 Height 36" – 47" 43" – 54" 49" – 60" 55" – 68" 62+" Key User Dimension: Height The user’s overall height is a general guide to help you select the appropriate chair. Choose the model that allows for growth. Important: Make sure that seat width, depth, and height are adequate for each user, and that the user’s weight does not exceed the maximum weight recommended. Max. working load (lbs) 100 lb 120 lb 175 lb 220 lb 250 lb Seat Height 9", 10", 11" 10½", 11½", 12½" 12½", 13½", 14½5" 14½", 15½", 16½" 16½", 17½", 18½" Seat Depth 9½" 11" 12¾" 14¾" 16½" Seat Width 10½" 12¼" 14" 16¼" 18¼" Backrest Height 9½" 11" 12½" 14¼" 16" Armrest Height Above the Seat 5½" 6" 7" 8¼" 8¾" Armrest Length 6½" 7½" 8½" 9¾" 11" User's Knee to Heel 9" – 11" 10½" – 12½" 12½" – 14½" 14½" – 16½" 16½" – 18½" Min–max Thigh Circumference for Pelvic Harness 10½" – 23½" 12" – 28½" 14½" – 30½" 15" – 34½" 7½" – 38½" View Full Specifications Accessories & Options New! Stability Feet The new stability feet easily clip on or off the front and back legs without tools, enhancing versatility and storage while widening the chair’s base to support more active, tip-prone students. New! Dynamic feet The dynamic feet add a subtle bounce and softer feel to the chair, offering enough movement to help students focus and release energy while maintaining a sense of security. Note: The dynamic feet add 1/2" of height. New! Standard Legs The standard legs provide 4" of height adjustment and support the addition of either stability feet or dynamic feet. New! Low friction legs The low friction legs make it easier for the chair to slide. Safety Belt This chair comes with an attachable safety belt for enhanced security or additional postural support as needed. The Pelvic Harness Rifton introduces the pelvic harness, an innovative alternative to traditional seat belts, securing the user's hips and upper thighs comfortably without abdominal pressure, promoting proper posture.