Ergonomics
Designed for comfort, focus & movement
Designing Spaces for Active Learning
Ergonomic design is essential for student success. Furniture that promotes movement helps improve posture, focus, and overall well-being, enabling students to stay engaged and comfortable throughout the day.
Why Movement Matters for Learning
Studies show that children, whose physical and mental development processes are still evolving, need more frequent movement than adults. Spontaneous movement helps students stay engaged, supports cognitive function, and can even improve test scores.
Fidgeting, shifting in seats, working on the floor, or standing up are all ways the body naturally stimulates brain activity and helps maintain focus. Regular movement not only prevents physical discomfort but also enhances emotional engagement, leading to better learning outcomes.
Taking care of students is at the heart of it all. That's why, at VS, we design furniture that supports students in their natural desire to move.
Design That Fits Students & Teachers
Students and teachers have different working styles and movement needs, making variety in learning spaces essential. A mix of mobile, multi-use furniture supports these needs – whether standing, sitting, or working on floor mats – while shaping how activities are organized, from individual tasks to group collaboration and project-based learning.
The right fit matters. Our seating and table solutions are designed for adaptability to support all ages and heights.
" Ergo-Dynamics Move Beyond Traditional Ergonomics by Integrating Dynamic Movement. Creating Spaces That Support the Body & Encourage Natural Motion Through Active Furniture. "
Dr. Dieter Breithecker, Health and Kinetics Scientist
Fidgeting Fuels Learning
Fidgeting isn’t a distraction – it’s the body’s natural way of staying engaged. As children’s bodies develop, they require frequent movement to stay focused. It’s why students often shift in their chairs, tip them back, or engage in other small movements. These actions help prevent mental, emotional, and physical disorganization, ensuring they stay connected to their learning.
3D Rocking: A Key to Active Seating
Chairs with a 3D rocking mechanism encourage natural movement, engaging the whole body while helping the back, shoulders, and neck stay relaxed. This kind of active sitting improves circulation, supporting concentration and brain function.
Our patented 3D rocking mechanism provides the ultimate dynamic sitting experience – responding to every shift of weight and gently tilting forward, backward, or sideways to enhance comfort and focus.
Explore our collection of ergonomic furniture designed to support movement, focus, and comfort throughout the day.
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Student Well-Being
Student well-being is deeply connected to the learning environment. Thoughtfully designed spaces that support movement, comfort, and choice help students stay engaged, reduce stress, and thrive both academically and socially.
Agile Spaces
Agile spaces support movement, collaboration, and creativity by providing adaptable furniture and flexible layouts. Designed for versatility, these environments can be easily adjusted to fit various teaching styles, group sizes, and learning activities.
Sized to Support Every Student
Ensuring the right fit matters – students need furniture that matches their height for comfort, focus, and well-being. Our seating and table solutions are designed with adaptability in mind, offering a range of sizes – including height-adjustable options – to support students of all ages and heights, ensuring everyone can find their ideal place to learn.
Sustainability
VS is proud to uphold a longstanding commitment to creating high-quality products while also minimizing our environmental impact. See how we’re making a difference.
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