TRAMPOLINE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
JUMPERS:
Do not use trampoline if you have consumed alcohol or any drugs.
Remove all hard sharp objects from your person before using trampoline.
You should climb on and off in a controlled and careful manner. Never jump onto or off the trampoline and
never use the trampoline as a device to bounce onto or into another object
Always learn the basic bounce and master each type of bounce before trying more difficult types of bounces.
Review the basic skills section to learn how to do the basics.
To stop your bounce, flex your knees when you land on the jump mat.
Always be in control when you are bouncing on the trampoline. A controlled jump is when you land at the same
spot that you took off from. If at any time you feel out of control, try to stop your bouncing.
Do not jump or bounce for prolonged periods of time or too high for a number of consecutive jumps.
Keep your eyes on the mat to maintain control.
Never have more than 1 person on the trampoline at any one time.
Always have a supervisor watching you when you are on the trampoline.
SUPERVISORS
Educate yourself with the basic jumps and safety rules. To prevent and reduce the risk of injuries, enforce all
safety rules and ensure that new jumpers learn the basic bounces before trying more difficult and advanced
jumps.
All jumpers should be supervised, regardless of skill level or age.
Never use the trampoline when it is wet, damaged, dirty, or worn. The trampoline should always be inspected
for signs of wear before use.
Keep all objects that could interfere with the jumper away from the trampoline. Be aware of what is overhead,
underneath, and around the trampoline.
To prevent unsupervised and unauthorized use, the trampoline should be secured when not in use.
General Safety:
Do not bounce on the trampoline for extended periods of time because fatigue can increase your chances of becoming
injured. Bounce for a brief period of time and then allow others to join in on the fun! Never have more than one person
bouncing on the trampoline.
Jumpers should wear t-shirt, shorts or sweats, and regulation gymnastics shoes, heavy socks, or be barefoot. If your are
just beginning, you may want to wear long sleeve shirts and pants to protect against scrapes and abrasions until you
master correct landing positions and form. Do not wear hard sole shoes, such as tennis shoes, on the trampoline as this
will cause excessive wear on the mat material. You should always mount and dismount properly in order to avoid injury.
To mount properly, you should PLACE your hand on the frame and either step or roll up onto the frame, over the
springs, and onto the trampoline mat. You should always remember to place your hands onto the frame while
mounting or dismounting. Do not step directly onto the frame pad or grasp the frame pad. To dismount properly, move
over to the side of the trampoline and place your hand onto the frame as a support and step from the mat to the
ground. Smaller children should be assisted when mounting and dismounting the trampoline.
Do not bounce recklessly on the trampoline since this will increase your chances of getting injured. The key to safety
and having fun on the trampoline is controlling and mastering the various bounces. Never try to out-bounce another
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