Trampoline Enclosure prevents injuries

A trampoline enclosure can make the difference between getting hurt and trying that move again. It also provides a barrier to everyone just jumping on the trampoline while someone else is on it by having a single entrance and exit. These so called "safety net enclosures" are available in many diffent sizes. Some of the enclosures such as the Jumpsport type have double and triple reinforcement and are durable and safe. Jumpsport 380 Safety Enclosure

Western Canada Cup

The 2009 Western Canada Cup is being held this year from April 30 to May 3. The main competition days are May 1 and May 2 with setup and training on April 29 and 30th. Both artistic and trampoline gymnastics are featured in the competition in Winnipeg, Manitoba. It will be held at the Univeristy of Manitoba - Max Bell Centre - Sydney Smith Road.

The evening of Thursday April 30 features a Synchro Trampoline Competition 7pm-9pm.

This competition involves the 4 western provinces of Canada.

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New Slam Dunk Record with Trampoline

The long standing 21 foot record held by a Japanese athlete was broken this Sunday (April 19, 2009) by a 13 year old British Boy. The leap which began on a trampoline was about 23 feet long to the hoop.

Jordan began by jumping as high as he could using the launch trampoline and when he built up enough height and momentum, he launched forward to dunk the ball. Video of this new record will be posted as it becomes available after Sky 1 airs "Guinness World Records Smashed".

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Trampoline Safety

Here are some common sense pointers to assure a safe trampoline Spring and Summer season:

First the obvious, make sure there are no holes in the trampoline and that the trampoline pads are in good shape. If you need to replace the trampoline pad, then you can get them online for quick delivery. Sometimes they need to be replaced every 3-5 years depending on use and how they are stored over the winter.

Make sure there are no obstructions near the trampoline that could cause injury and keep the underside of the trampoline clear of any stored or other items. (bad place to store outdoor furniture...). It is best to have one person on the trampoline at a time using the center of the trampoline. Remember the most trampoline injuries occur when 2 or more people use the trampoline at the same time and bump into each other. This happens more often than you think, so for serious trampolining, one at a time is best. That way the other person(s) can be spotters on trampolines without safety nets. At least you should have the safety pads as landing on a metal frame can cause serious injury. So just get some trampoline pads and avoid this.

So you can enjoy trampolining and learn new skills slowly until you become proficient. It is great fun, great exercise and a great way to get outdoors either on your own or with friends.

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World Record Trampoline Jump

This is hilariously cool! A world record trampoline jumper slam dunks a basketball after taking off from a trampoline. Just one of the many trampoline skills to develop.

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12 Foot Trampoline Pad

Spring has arrived and the trampoline is being setup outdoors again. Make sure your trampoline pads are in good shape or get good quality pads to protect the jumpers. Note the pads come in different sizes. One of the most popular sizes it the 12 foot round trampoline.



Another thing to consider is that if you are in a "wind tunnel" area where the trampoline may blow away during a windstorm, you can drive some stakes into the ground and tie the trampoline down. Will explore various ways of tying down a trampoline in a future post, but some suggestions include putting a bolt right through one of the legs and through the stake, or you could use thick wire or rope and tie it around the trampoline and through a hole in the stake. In any case, 10 minutes of work now will save you the aggrevation of chasing the trampoline down the yard if a wind storm should come, just something to keep in mind.

Once the trampoline pads are on and the trampoline is secure, the fun can begin!

Trampoline with trampoline pads is a safe, great way to get exercise and have fun!

Trampolining is great exercise and great fun. With a few safety precautions including the use of a trampoline enclosure and/or trampoline safety pads, injuries can be kept to a minimum. With any form of exercise or sport, there is always the risk of injury. On a trampoline it can be collision risk (ie. colliding with another person, having one of your own limbs strike yourself...) but again with some common sense and having the precautionary trampoline safety pads or enclosure, the big injuries can be minimized.

This blog will highlight the enjoyment, exercise and also comraderie that your own trampoline will provide. By applying common sense, basic trampoline instruction, using a safe, sturdy trampoline protected by a trampoline pad, you will have hours of enjoyment without breaking the bank and also get to wear off some of that built up energy and some calories too.

Will be selecting and providing trampoline videos on a regular basis, so get jumpin!