Rifton Activity Chair with Standard Base – Large offers innovative adaptive seating designed to meet the diverse postural and sensory needs of children and adults in therapy, education, and daily care settings. Developed with input from therapists, this chair supports users with conditions such as autism, cerebral palsy, and other developmental or physical challenges. It promotes active participation in daily activities—whether in classrooms, therapy sessions, or at home—by offering exceptional comfort, stability, and adjustability.

Engineered for versatility, the Rifton Activity Chair facilitates engagement during feeding, speech therapy, or learning tasks, helping users maintain proper posture while encouraging independence and interaction. Its tilt-in-space functionality, tool-free adjustments, and customizable accessories make it a reliable, clinician-approved solution for long-term adaptive seating. Built with high-quality materials and a focus on safety, comfort, and mobility, the chair delivers both therapeutic benefits and everyday practicality.

Features:

Tilt-in-space - All Rifton activity chairs have tilt-in-space, which encourages sit-to-stand and resting positions. Tilt-in-space can be activated tool-free while the client is in the chair. The standard base tilts 15° forward and 15° back. In addition to tilt-in-space, every Rifton activity chair's backrest angle adjusts 5° forward and 20° back.

Spring option - The optional seat and backrest springs on the Rifton activity chair standard base (and the backrest spring in the hi/lo base) allow for calming through self-generated motion - ideal for clients with autism.

Caster swivel lock - When the caster swivel lock is engaged, the Activity chair can be pushed in a straight line without drifting to the side. When the lock is disengaged, casters will swivel and the chair can be maneuvered into tight spaces.

Arm support options - Rifton’s armrests can be raised or lowered individually to accommodate clients who need extra trunk stabilization and can be set at angles ranging from horizontal to 60° up or down. Armrests provide lateral boundaries as well as upper extremity weight-bearing assist to aid trunk control.

Choice of 6 pad colors - Comfortable seat and backrest pads are essential for providing cushioned support and preventing decubiti. Rifton’s backrest and seat pads are made of polyurethane foam covered with a cleanable, healthcare-grade polyurethane-coated fabric. The seat pads can be turned front to back for longer wear. Pads are available in six color choices.

Tool-free adjustments - With all adjustments easy to make - and no tools required - The Rifton activity chair is an ideal choice for the busy special needs classroom or at home. The lateral supports are fully adjustable in height, width, and angle - all with one knob, which, by the way, can't ever fall off and get lost.

Standard base leg options - Long or short height-adjustable legs, either stationary or with casters for the Standard base: Adjustable in 1" increments, these legs allow to position client at the optimum height. The grippy tips of the stationary legs are designed to keep the client from sliding and moving across the floor, even with dynamic rocking. The legs with casters are an added feature, making the standard base chair easy to move when transitioning from one classroom to another.

Adjust with the client in the chair - Rifton activity chair can be easily adjusted while a client is in the chair. This saves time and makes adjustments much simpler to gauge. Seat depth can be safely and easily adjusted while a child is in the chair, by pulling the handle beneath the seat.

Activity Chair comes standard with:

• Seatbelt
• Arm supports
• Adjustable legs
• Tilt-in-space base
• Seat and back with pads (specify color)

Rifton activity chair checklist

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Activity Chair Sizes:

• The manufacturer warrants that if any product breaks or fails in service during the first year, it will be replaced free of charge.
• Parts under warranty will be covered at no cost. Any labor cost for service under warranty is not covered as per our terms of sale.
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Q: What is the main purpose of the Rifton Activity Chair with Standard Base?
A: It provides adaptive seating that promotes proper posture, comfort, and engagement for individuals with physical or sensory challenges during daily activities such as feeding, learning, or therapy.

Q: Can the chair be adjusted while the user is seated?
A: Yes. The Rifton Activity Chair allows safe, tool-free adjustments—including seat depth—while the user remains seated, making positioning faster and more efficient for caregivers.

Q: Is the chair suitable for users with autism or sensory processing disorders?
A: Absolutely. The optional spring mechanism enables gentle motion to provide calming sensory feedback, making it ideal for users with autism or sensory sensitivities.

Q: How easy is it to move the chair between rooms or therapy areas?
A: The chair features optional caster legs with swivel locks that allow smooth, controlled movement across classrooms, therapy spaces, or home environments.

Q: What materials are used for the seat and backrest pads?
A: The pads are made of polyurethane foam covered with a healthcare-grade polyurethane-coated fabric, ensuring both comfort and easy cleaning.

Q: Can this chair grow with the user over time?
A: Yes. The height-adjustable legs and multiple adjustment points make the Rifton Activity Chair suitable for long-term use as users grow or their therapeutic needs change.