Trampoline Techniques; Basic Skills - Game On Sport MEGAJUMP User Manual

TRAMPOLINE TECHNIQUES:

BASIC SKILLS

BASIC SKILL 1: The basic bounce
(as detailed in BASIC SKILLS 1).
Land with your knees shoulder wide apart, keeping back straight and a
strong body position using arms out to the side or in front to maintain
balance.
Bounce back to basic bounce position by using bounce momentum and
swing your arms above your head.
Once mastered at this height try bouncing a little higher, but remember to
always stay in control of your height.
BASIC SKILL 3: The seat drop
Start with a low basic bounce (as detailed in BASIC SKILLS 1).
Start from a standing position, with feet placed shoulder wide, head up and
eyes on the trampoline.
Swing arms forward and up above the head in a circular motion.
Bring legs and feet together in "mid-air" position and point toes.
Land back on the mat with your feet shoulder wide.
BASIC SKILL 2: The knee drop
Start with a low basic bounce
Land with legs out straight in front of you, with hands on either side of your
hips and back straight in a strong body position.
Use the bounce momentum aided with a push from your hands to return to a
standing position.
Once mastered at this height, try bouncing a little higher, but remember to
always stay in control of your height.
IMPORTANT: Please consult a trained trampoline instructor, before attemp-
ting any more advanced skills to ensure highest possible safety levels are
maintained.