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BOUNCING TECHNIQUES
Initially you should become accustomed to the feel and bounce of the trampoline. The focus must be on the
fundamentals of your body position and the basic bouncing techniques should be practiced until you can do each
technique with ease and control. A certied trampoline instructor should be contacted to further develop your
trampoline skills.
ALWAYS START YOUR JUMP IN THE MIDDLE OF THE MAT. WHEN YOU LAND
MORE THAN 1 FT OR 30 CM AWAY FORM THE EDGE OF THE MIDDLE OF THE
MAT STOP YOUR JUMP IMMEDIATELY! RESTART YOUR JUMP IN THE MIDDLE
OF THE MAT. DO NOT JUMP ON THE TRAMPOLINE FOR EXTENDED PERIODS
OF TIME AS FATIGUE CAN INCREASE THE CHANCES OF INJURY.
BASIC BOUNCE
1. Start from the standing position, feet shoulder width
apart and eyes focusing on the mat.
2. Swing arms forward and up in a circular motion.
3. Bring feet together when in mid-air and point toes
downwards.
4. Keep feet shoulder width apart when landing on the mat.
KNEE BOUNCE
1. Start with basic bounce while keeping it low.
2. Land on knees keeping your back straight, using
your arms to maintain balance.
3. Bounce back up to the basic bounce position by
swinging arms up.
SEAT BOUNCE
1. Start with basic bounce while keeping it low.
2. Land in a FLAT sitting position.
3. Place hands on the mat besides hips, do not lock
your elbows.
4. Return to standing position by pushing up with hands.
FRONT BOUNCE
1. Start with the basic bounce while keeping it low.
2. Land in a prone (face down) position and keep
hands and arms extended forward on mat.
3. Push off mat with arms to return to standing position.
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