How to Make a PVC Plyo Box

A plyo box is a sturdy cube that is used for various calisthenic activities. Using PVC to make a plyo box allows this type of fitness equipment to be lightweight and easy to build. Fasten a sheet of plywood to the PVC box to make a surface fit for standing or sitting on. A PVC plyo box can be built in less than an hour spent in a garage or workshop.

Things You'll Need

  • 8 PVC pipes, 2-by-18 inches
  • 8 PVC corner joints, 3-way, 2 inch
  • PVC glue
  • Plywood, 3/4-by-18-by-18 inches
  • Drill
  • Drill bit, ¼ inch
  • 8 bolts, 1/4-by-3 inches, with nuts
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Instructions

    • 1

      Glue each end of four 18-inch pipes into a corner joint. Lay two of the pipes parallel and 18 inches apart so two pairs of joint openings are facing each other. Glue an 18-inch pipe into the joints so you have an 18-inch frame. Repeat this process with the other two pipes so you have two square frames.

    • 2

      Position the frames upright, parallel and 18 inches apart so the joint openings are facing each other. Glue the last four pipes into the joints so you have an 18-by-18-by-18-inch cube frame made out of PVC. This is your PVC plyo box frame. Let the glue dry according to the instructions listed on the container.

    • 3

      Drill eight 1/4-inch holes through the plywood so two are along each edge, spaced 12 inches apart and 1 inch away from the edges of the plywood.

    • 4

      Set your plywood on the PVC cube frame so the edges are flush and use the 1/4-inch holes as a guide to drill eight 1/4-inch holes through the frame. You are drilling two holes through each pipe that is on the top of the frame. Bolt the plywood to the frame using a bolt for each hole so the nuts are facing the floor.