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4 How To Use Your Trampoline
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Always bounce at the centre of the trampoline mat. Bouncing near the edge of the trampoline mat
can lead to injury and can also stretch the springs. The frame pad is not designed nor intended to
support the weight of the trampoline user. Do not step or jump directly onto the frame pad.
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Avoid bouncing too high. Stay low until you can control your bounce and land consistently in the
middle of the trampoline mat.
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To regain control and stop your jump, bend your knees quickly when you land.
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Allow each jumper a brief turn on the trampoline. Extended bouncing exposes an over tired user to
an increased risk of injury.
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Do not use the trampoline when under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
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The trampoline mat is several feet from the ground. Jumping off the trampoline to the ground or any
other surface may result in injury. Jumping onto the trampoline from a roof, deck, or other object
also represents a risk of injury. Smaller children may need assistance getting up on or down from
the trampoline. Mounting and dismounting properly should be a strict rule from the very beginning.
Users should climb onto the trampoline by placing their hands on the frame and stepping or rolling
up onto the frame, across the springs, and onto the mat (bed). Do not step directly on the frame pad
or grasp the frame pad when mounting or dismounting the trampoline. Users should always place
their hands on the frame while mounting or dismounting. To dismount, jumpers should walk to the
side of the mat (bed), bend over and place one hand on the frame, then step from the mat to the
ground.
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Injury may result from hitting the frame or falling through the springs while jumping or getting on or
off the trampoline. Stay in the centre of the trampoline mat when jumping. BE SURE TO KEEP THE
FRAME PAD IN PLACE TO COVER THE FRAME AT ALL TIMES. Do not step or jump directly onto
the frame pad as it is not designed nor intended to support the weight of the user.
BASIC SKILLS - Bouncing
The most important thing about bouncing is that it should be done with control in the centre of the bed.
The basic bounce should always be low. High, reckless bouncing is dangerous and should never be
allowed.
The Stop Bounce
This technique allows the jumper to gain control by stopping quickly. It is achieved by keeping the feet in
contact with the bed and absorbing the rebound of the trampoline with the knees and waist. This skill should
be the first skill learnt and should be employed whenever you feel out of balance, or land away from the centre
area.
To learn the stop bounce:
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Stand in centre of the bed with your feet about hip-width apart.
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Attempt about three easy bounces, keep them low and controlled.
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Focus your eyes towards the perimeter of the trampoline while bouncing in order to keep your balance.
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Stop the bounce by bending at your knees and hips on contact with the bed.
Arm Action
Arms are very important for proper control and lift. Whenever you go up, your arms go up. They go up to a set
position about shoulder height and shoulder width. They should remain in this balanced position until you start
down. Then they circle down and slightly behind the hips, ready to lift again as you bounce up (see Figure 1).
