Trampolining improves posture, flexibility and co-ordination and is a form of plyometrics – the latest form of strength training used by athletes.  It encourages teamwork and a sense of responsibility.  It is suitable for even the very young - Children as young as 3 or 4 years old can participate and perform the simplest of moves.  Children of all ages love bouncing on beds and bouncy castles – this activity positively encourages this!   Greenwich Bouncers provide a safe and fun environment for this to happen.  Trampolining has no upper age limit either, and can be enjoyed by adults of all ages.   

Trampolining is an Olympic Sport!

Since Trampolining became an Olympic Sport for the first time at the 2000 Olympics in Sydney, Australia its profile has been raised. Although perceived mostly as a recreational activity, the popularity of the sport is rapidly increasing and more and more trampoline clubs are being set up, mostly in leisure centres, youth clubs and in schools, especially as it is now also offered as part of the National Curriculum in the form of PE GCSE.  Those wishing to make a serious commitment to the sport can progress to competitive level.  Competitive trampolining is a judged sport, like gymnastics, where the participant performs two prepared routines consisting of ten bounces (or contacts with the bed), intensifying in speed and rotation as the competitor progresses through the Grades.

Greenwich Bouncers participates in the British Gymnastics Award scheme, which tracks progress against National Curriculum standards, and trampolinists can be assessed as part of their coaching session.  This is a way of showing the performer their progress.  Certificates can be purchased, if required, from the Coach that does the assessment.

Trampoline Attire

To get the best out of your recreational session, loose comfortable clothing should be worn, such as t-shirts, track suit bottoms and shorts.  Hats and hoodies are not allowed to be worn on the trampoline, but hoodies can be tucked into the back of the neck if necessary.  It is not advisable to wear anything that has many buttons, zips, loose strings or hooks as these can get caught in the trampoline ‘bed’.  No jewellery of any kind should be worn.  Socks or trampoline shoes must always be worn on the trampoline.

For competitive trampolining, girls must wear a long-sleeved leotard in and can sometimes wear gymnastic shorts and boys must wear gymnastic trousers.  Feet must be covered by white trampoline shoes. 

Health & Safety

Trampolining is a Sport, and, as such, can have dangerous consequences if adequate care is not taken.

Greenwich Bouncers only provide fully qualified British Gymnastics coaches

to ensure that you learn in a safe and healthy environment

One of the most important safety requirements is to provide an adequate number of ‘spotters’ for each session.  A spotter is a person who stands around the trampoline and ensures that the bouncer cannot bounce off the trampoline and onto the floor.

In the interests of safety, the recommended minimum number of participants is 3/4 per trampoline (if end decks are used) and the recommended maximum is 10 per trampoline.

A qualified Coach must be present for the duration of the session

Accidents can be avoided if the participants:

*  Do not run around the trampoline

*  Do not jump off the trampoline

*  Do not go under or swing on the trampoline whilst it is up – this includes the end decks

*  Do not eat, drink or chew gum whilst on or around the trampoline

Parents of very young children are encouraged to ‘spot’ along with their children.