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6. JUMPING INSTRUCTIONS
Each jumper must start by learning slow and controlled jumps. Safe landings are the base of trampoline jumping skills and are
important to learn at the beginning. Lack of these skills may result in severe injuries.
Both jumper and instructor should keep in mind that steady balance at each jump represents the base of successful trampoline
jumping.
The stopping technique is equally important as jumping.
Correct stopping represents one of the most important
safety precautions in trampoline jumping. When losing control of the jump and/or balance the jumper has to react quickly to
prevent injuries. In order to achieve this, the jumper should simply bend his knees before landing on the jumping mat. This is
the safest way to stop the jump and prevent accidents.
While learning and training trampoline jumps, it is advised to have a person standing around the trampoline in order to help
the jumper if needed. Trampoline jumping is a physical strain and shouldn’t last too long. A tired jumper can easily succumb
to errors in jumping thus highly increasing risk of injury.
High trampoline jumps are considered advanced jumps and should not be allowed to inexperienced jumpers. It is extremely
important to be sure that the height of the jump corresponds to the experience of the jumper.
PLEASE NOTE:
Beginners should learn the basic body positions and practice the basic bounces described in this manual.
To learn how to balance and jump, stand in the middle of the jumping area and bounce softly up and
down to control the movement. Increase the intensity gradually, returning to the same position on the
jumping mat with each bounce.
Focus on the jumping mat when jumping, failing to do so may quickly result in losing balance and falling.
Do not perform somersaults without supervision! Somersaults should be carried out only by experienced
jumpers under supervision of an expert and using appropriate safety measurements.
