I was very uncomfortable. I did sit as straight up as possible and made it with room to spare. He just happened to see a lady on a scooter the very first day at our resort who told my kids that getting a scooter was the only way to go. Thanks for letting me know. If he could ride Malestrom (the old ride) hell be fine because they use the same boats. All the advice we find on line are from people weighting under 400lbs. Jake, quick questionwhat rides had turnstiles? Being overweight is a problem at Walt Disney World but not because of the rides. A double stroller is $31 daily or $27 for a multi-day (Length of Stay) rental. Space Mountain. There are plenty of places to look online and check for information from others who may have tried to ride particular rides in the past. Relax. Other than a couple of rides, you will be fine. You will have an amazing time! Disney World Orlando Legoland Orlando SeaWorld Orlando Universal Studios Orlando. If I can think of any other rides I forgot to mention, Ill add another comment. Planning our first trip w/ our 2, 4 and 6 year old sons Im even more excited to experience this with them and have so much peace knowing that I will be able to actually EXPERIENCE. There is a weight limit, but the Disney employees loading the ride will not allow too many people on board so that the weight limit is reached. It has a lap bar that will accommodate anyone. So they dont require extra compaction and strapping down so its easier to fit when you are a bigger person. We have a local theme park called Carowinds in Charlotte, NC, and I can only fit on a few rides there. Thank you for your question and answer. I have been too tall and too fat for rides at the other amusement parks. Ketchakiddee Creek - must be under 48" tall to experience (especially for children ages 2-5 and their parents) Shark Reef - guests must be 10 years old. Fixing to go to Disney! Sadly, Im just here for the company. More leg room. So again, thank you for helping me to realize Im not alone and to stop beating myself up and just relax and have fun!! These rockets are beyond cramped and you wont have the legroom to be comfortable. i have read the other comments and noticed i am much bigger than most on here. I just wanted to toss this out there real quick due to all the hype about the mine train not being pooh sized friendly. As long as the restraint bar can lock you are free to ride! Not sure why they still have a turnstyle there. As we add ride descriptions to the website, we'll try to make note of those ride cars that may pose a challenge to people of size. I was worried when I went but was glad to find this site. I have a 58 inch waist. I would just like to say thank you so much for this page! Hell be totally fine as he is 56 170lbs (and beautiful in my opinion). Advertising . Thank you just thank you. Test Track: My only issue with this one was finding the seatbelt buckle before the ride started moving. My husband is 6 foot 4 inches and 375 lbs. I have been to Universal I rode everything i wanted to ride but that was before Harry Potter stuff was added. am 510 360 i carry most of my weight in my thighs and butt, not to big in the stomach, with very broad shoulders. Thanks! I am 6 4 and come in around 350lbs. You should probably put them in the seat in front with you behind since only 2 can sit on a row anyway. Its time to play the music. This is Jake from a few comments ago. Hey everyone! Haunted Mansion: I noticed a commenter named Jeremiah mentioned the lap bars might make contact with larger bellies. Ill be at Disney in October for the first time in many years. Space Mountain: I was worried about this one. Weight Limit and Seat Size for the Flight of Passage. Ive had to get out of a rollercoaster car before and I dont want to repeat that. Manage Settings That about sums it up! Aside from that minor surprise at the Haunted Mansion, I had no problems. I am of 350lbs (give or take) and 6ft 2inch tall. Disney has done their part to ensure that they maintain their status as the Happiest Place on Earth, regardless of your shape or size. If you have any questions as to whether you will fit comfortably on a ride, ask a Cast Member at Disney and they can give you some guidance. I only had an issue with Harry Potter Forbidden Journey. That walk of shame is the worst so I thought I would only even try to ride a select few (Pirates, Small World). was nervous about Avatar Flight of Passage but I made it easily. My family will be visiting Disney World in October. I had an experience with the Batman (hanging) coaster at Six Flags St Louis. Plan for breaks to get off of your feet; drink plenty of water. But at what cost? Im actually waiting in line for this ride with my family right now. That way you dont have to go all the way to the ride and find out you dont fit. Hollywood studios- tower of terror, toy story mania (I think its called that) and star tours. Any ride a 2 year-old can go on isnt going to be a problem for a Pooh sized person. We spent 3 days in Universal and 5 at the Disney parks. I am very concerned about looks and have had extreme anxiety for most of my life, so this happening at the park with my group would be absolutely mortifying. I am a Pooh with very big legs. Disney is a very inclusive company, so most of the rides are very non-restrictive, but for some tighter rides with unusual ride vehicles like Tron and Avatar Flight of Passage. Disney Cast Members have been trained in advance. This allows for most, if not all guests to easily get on board. The ones you might have a little trouble with are Astro Orbiter, Flight of Passage (maybe) and Seven Dwarfs Mine Train. We often get questions on the discussion boards from concerned "larger" visitors in reference to having enough leg room, fitting comfortably in the various seats and/or restraints, riding on rides, and the roominess of the many turnstiles they'll encounter, to name a few. Copyright 2009-2020 Theme Park Tourist, website by Siruss. Hope all goes well. The same thing still applies. Of all of the roller coasters in Walt Disney World, Rock n Roller Coaster has the tightest seats of them all! We and our partners use data for Personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. Clint Gamache, the owner of ThrillGeek website, said he noticed more people struggling with the leg restraints than with size matters . In fact, that is what they are there for. Will I be able to fit? i really needed help. Barely fit into space mountain. I was nervous to try the Mine Ride, as there were no definitive answers as to who can ride. I want to schedule a FP but Im not sure. Not sure where to turn to for advice? When there is a lot of weight and circumference in the abdomen and lower back, they might not be able to push the restraint closed. (Rides that have bars that serve as a restraint). And push your legs up forward as well, snug up against the brace. Does this post apply to Disneyland as well? Im worried about the rides there. Copyright WDW Vacation Tips 2023WDW Vacation Tips is an unofficial fan site and not affiliated with The Walt Disney Company. You are there to enjoy your time so do that above all. Otherwise I only had to do the walk of shame on one, but the employees helping me off thought I was participating in the parent-share ride. Test Track and Soarin have seat belts but both handle large bellies well. Just wanted to say thank you so much for taking the time to do these WDW guides, especially this one. While there are height restrictions on some rides at Walt Disney World, there are NOT any weight restrictions. Hey all. Of course, not every ride at Walt Disney World Resort is going to have a test seat available. I dont think youll see any real problems with any of the restraints. As is the case with any test seat, it is not there to disqualify you from getting on the ride. I cant think of another ride that will be a problem. So I am worried about rides coming like Star Wars and stuff. I am confident that I will fit on most rides at the parks but I have heard flight of passage is a bit fat-unfriendly. We are starting a walking exercise plan now and hope to drop some pounds before then, but this puts me at ease! Im going to Disney World in July Im 511 440. I am 5 ft and 300 lbs and although I went to Disney once never tried a ride as I was too embarrassed that I wouldnt fit. Required Heights for Rides at Disney's Animal Kingdom: Avatar Flight of Passage - Guests must be 44 inches or taller. I commented on this page about a year ago with my experience as a Pooh-sized person at Disney. But, if you're looking for larger sizes, a lot of clothes on shopDisney.com go up to 4XL. My 7 year old daughter who has leukemia and her twin brother are so excited and Ill admit it so am I. Unless youre going there to sight-see or experience the shops in the Harry Potter section, Id avoid Universal Studios. From what I hear, yes. Lets all make some special memories! Im a Pooh (maybe a bit bigger), Ive been to Disney probably 8 times in the past few years. The best option to see if you are a good fit for a Disney ride is to check one of the test seats. Forget rope dropping it if you arent super fit. A few of the roller coasters might be a bit uncomfortable, but there is no weight limit on any of the rides. My daughter and I are planning a trip in 2018 (Octoberish). This coaster has the highest height requirement in Walt Disney World because it actually goes upside down, but the seats feel almost like they were made for children! If you dont have a big belly you should be alright. Im going in November with my husband and two young children and am embarrassed that I havent done anything to lose weight and get in better shape. Others, however, may have some concerns about any weight limits that may be imposed on riders at Disney. I fit on soarin in December but want to try Kali and tower of terror in sept. Not planning a trip to Disney world, not sure why I ended up herebut the helpful and fun advice on your page makes me feel much better about the human race and the internet. If you have any questions about a ride, you can always ask a Cast Member. Most rides have individual restraints, whether seatbelts (Soarin), lap bars (Seven Dwarfs Mine Train) or overhead restraints (Rock n Roller Coaster). Their services are 100% FREE to you! But to ease your worries we will go through and list the rides that might be uncomfortable for some, and what to do about it! WDW Vacation Tips is here to calm your fears! Work him in gently, but Disney is not like other theme parks. All the others from Mission Space to Rocking Roller coaster are a blast. Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, youll probably be able to ride but the seat will be uncomfortable. i am also pooh sized. knee restraint just too narrow. So I have to stuff my self into rides like star tours and the belt barely fit. I too am Pooh size and feel better. He felt embarrassed for himself & the kids when he was told he was too big to ride. MUAH. I believe everyone should have FREE access to information to experience the magic that Disney World brings to so many each year. Ive just avoided the other stuff. Andrew, the biggest problem with being Pooh sized at Disney World is the same as it is anywhere you would walk miles and miles. Im reading horror stories of people being asked to leave due to not being able to be secured in the seat. Jake, dont worry, youll be able to ride all the rides as long as you can get on them. He is unable to ride due to inability to bend his knees enough while squeezed together to fit under the lap bar. To know my pooh king wont have a problem is spectacular.thank you. Any tips on Animal Kingdom? I think Ill fit in most stuff based on this info (thanks btw). But I tried and I FIT! The Avatar Flight of Passage ride is a ride that has a test seat available. You will be happy to know that the Avatar Flight of Passage does not have a weight limit. If you really need to be restrained, there are individual restraints. Was able to ride every ride in every Disney park except one. They are built to accommodate 30-inch strollers and they are also wheelchair accessible. I plan on visiting all 4 parks so I was just wondering what rides would not be friendly to someone of my size. If you have motion sickness, or if you are pregnant, you should not ride the Avatar Flight of Passage. Im 6 5 and weigh around 400 pounds. A few of rides have the over the shoulder restraints. Any advice? Just the way the system secures people makes you off balance, and the restriction can be very uncomfortable for some. You will have more room. Knees were cramped. will i be able to ride the rides? Im pretty sure its the same coaster which was called Dueling Dragons. The cast member couldnt get the calf restraint to latch so they never even tried the part that comes up from behind. Love this site, so thanks. I noticed they have a handicapped entrance right next to the turnstile. And all of the rides your son will like youll be able to ride. Super Nintendo World Will be Bigger and Better at Epic Universe! I am 6.3 385 and I carry most of my weight in my gut and thighs. I have not fit on rides in the past in Canadas Wonderland. Sit in the front seat. Any rides in particular that will give me a problem? without any problem at all & it was an amazing trip! Im heading there soon and even though I read comments over and over, Id rather avoid those rides. I realized I had my sweat shirt hoodie tied around my waste. I also could not ride the river rapids ride beacause I couldnt close the seatbelt (very embarrassed ) had to get up and walk off the raft but my wife and daughter were able to ride. For example, if you have ever ridden in Space Mountain you may remember feeling terrified to put up your hands because of how close you feel to the steel beams above you. Getting wedged into the ride car wasnt that bad; it was getting out of the ride. She even suggested that we rent a scooter from a company outside of the park because it was much cheaper and I could use it at the resort and at the parks. Shai, youre husband wont have a problem on most rides. Any big and tall people have personal experience to share??? My only reserve is that this will be a trip of a life time for my family and I dont want to make this trip less fun because of my size.. Im mostly worried about the pull down bars cause my thighs are quite large. He is even dressing with a nod to pooh with ears and all for our day at MK. I am able to ride all of the rides in all of the parks at disney. Would You Want QUEEN To Replace Aerosmith On Rock 'n' Rollercoaster At Disney's Hollywood Studios? Splash is not a problem. What are the chances of him fitting on at least most of the rides? What is the weight limit? There arent many. The last thing I want to do is have the ride delayed for an hour while they search for enough muscle to get me out! Hey there. He is 6 and 270lbs. Astro Orbiter: This one was a bit awkward climbing in and out of, but I managed just fine. I have been told Im a very large man. Concerned about fitting on Flight of Passage. The Avatar Flight of Passage is Fat Friendly since there are no weight restrictions. The only ride your husband might have a problem with is the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train and thats only because the seats are a little narrow. Nov 26, 2012. I am fat at 350lbs and 56. Seven Dwarfs Mine Train is not comfortable for Pooh shaped people, but its still possible. Plan your day so you are not going back and forth: explore one area and move on. How would I do on 7 dwarves mine train? Havent heard that one. No way I could have rode Soaring. Disney doesnt do that. This year is my friends 40th birthday, and shes chosen to go to Disney. Ask before you wait in line for 3 hours. Losing the weight is always a good idea. Dont beat yourself up. Anything I need to absolutely avoid?? There are a couple of rides it might be a little problem, but mostly if theres a lap bar its not all that big deal. A fluffy rider may be turned away only if they are unable to secure their restraint system. I have heard that some bigger people might have trouble on this ride too? Hi! Thanks so much! Generally, sizes in most stores on the Disneyland Resort only go up to XL or possibly XXL or 3XL if you're lucky. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is uncomfortable for most people. Other than that, most rides will be fine. Ive been pretty worried about the ride situation with having a Pooh-sized body!!! Just like the weight restrictions, there are no official height restrictions in Walt Disney World. Yes, I know I am unhealthy and need to treat my body better but I also earned this trip to WDW by working my butt off (not literally of course. When my husband finally got to go with the kids & I (he had been working out of state)he was unable to ride any of the roller coasters with our boys. Heres what it boils down to, getting into and out of Space Mountain is like climbing into and out of a sunken bathtub (not just step over but step down). There have been lots of grumblings about the small seats on the Mine Train. Please just enjoy yourself, it was super fun! I hear it may be a good idea to remove shoes. 6ft. Height Concerns on the Disney World rides According to Services for Guests with Disabilities, tall people will be fine on most rides. Although, I do think that they need to design virtual experiences for those who cant ride for whatever reason, weight, prosthetic, or simply not tall enough. As long as mobility isnt a problem you should be able to ride them all. I dont think its essential, but its a good idea. Universal isnt trying to discriminate people based on size. Ever since that walk of shame, Ive avoided roller coasters like the plague. Then, maybe even harder, (and what I had the biggest problem with) you have to get back out of that tub. The seats were nice and roomy, and the seatbelt was fine. Ive done a lot of research on rides and feel more comfortable but Im terrified of being turned away from that one. In case anyone is wondering, those parks are definitely NOT fat-friendly. I just learned that splash mountain logs now have lap bars. Since there are no actual height restrictions we sought out advice from people we consider tall. The person is about 325 pounds. Dont worry too much about avatar flight of passage. This is nothing to be concerned about. Continue with Recommended Cookies. Flight of Passage in Animal Kingdom might not work if you have big calves. I am 58 and 310 lbs and Flight of the Avatar is like sitting on a motorcycle seat. Hey guys! Im actually typing this as I wait for them. I went to Disney last month and my experience is below. Are there Weight Limits on Disney World Rides? Loved what I experienced though. Im am nervous about the rides as most other theme parks it is hard to fit into the coasters. There is only one seatbelt for both seats together and I had to pull it all the way out to fit. If you are concerned about not fitting in the seat or being too heavy for the ride, you can try the test seat outside of the ride itself or ask a Disney Cast Member for assistance. Expedition Everest is a great ride, but the seats have high sides on both sides that creates a hip pinching point. This provides you with multiple benefits. You should be able to access all the rides as long as mobility is not a problem. Thank you again! Come visit and you will see why they call Disney the Happiest Place on Earth. Very disappointed that a brand new ride wasnt more accommodating, or at least provided regular seats and bigger seats. Im 58, 400lbs and have had zero issues with any Disney World ride, Space Mountain is a giant pain to get out of and the only thing I havent dared to try is Seven Dwarfs, otherwise everything is wonderful. LoL. (http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/disney-parks-disability-access-service-card-fact-sheet/). Walt Disney World is amazingly accommodating to the masses, so the vast majority of attractions are perfect for everyone to enjoy! But, then again I and 56 340lbs. Soarin: Lap belt no issues except for getting it in the locking mechanism very low. Is there some where that we can find pictures of the ride seats? DINOSAUR - Guests must be 40 inches or taller. This article was very helpful and informative and I greatly appreciate it. When you are visiting, you will see people from all walks of life and of all sizes.