User Instruction
Rules of using the trampoline
Important:
E n s u r e a l l b o l t s a n d
retaining fixings are tight and correctly
located prior to using the trampoline
and enclosure.
1.
ALWAYS
ensure the door in the enclosure
net is closed and the fixing hooks are in place.
2.
NEVER
allow more than 1 child on the
trampoline at once.
3. Follow the age recommendation.
4.
ALWAYS
supervise children.
5.
Do not
perform somersaults of any type.
6. Never bounce to dismount from the
trampoline.
Using
• The child should familiarize themselves with
the feel of the bounce of the trampoline.
• Master the ‘brake bounce’ technique by
sharply
flexing knees before contact with the mat. Use
whenever balance or control is lost.
• Always start and finish a bounce on the
centre of the mat indicated by the printed logo.
• Look forward while bouncing.
• Do not bounce for extended periods of time;
fatigue can increase the risk of injury.
• Dismount from the trampoline in a controlled
manner.
• M a x i m u m u s e r w e i g h t s h o u l d n o t b e
exceeded.
Basic bounces-Master end bounce before moving to the next
1. Start from the standing position, feet shoulder
width apart, with head up and eyes on the mat.
2. Swing arms forward and up and around in a
circular motion.
3. Bring feet together while in mid-air and point
toes downward.
4. Keep feet shoulder width apart when landing
on the mat.
The basic bounce
1. Land in a fl at sitting position.
2. Place hands on the mat besides hips.
3. Return to the erect position by pushing with
hands.
The seat bounce
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