| Thinking of buying a trampoline for yourself or your children? Well here is some info to help you on your way.... |
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1. Safety
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2. Things to consider
- Who is going to use the trampoline: just children or adults too? Check the weight limits on the models you are considering.
- Will it be too small for your growing children in 2 to 3 years time?
- Quality trampolines are built to last, and may cost a little bit more but the investment is worth it.
- Is it for family fun (round) or for more serious trampoline practice (rectangular)?
- If you have young children then an enclosure is a safety option you should consider.
- Read this: All about trampolines for more info to help you answer these questions.
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3. Where to buy
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4. Where to put
- Allow a height clearance of at least 5m, preferably 8m.
- Preferably away from walls.
- If possible, install it in-ground over a pit at least 1m (preferably 1.2m) in depth.
- Surround with grass or other soft surface (not rose bushes!)
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5. Learn
- The best and safest way to learn is to join a trampoline club and be taught by qualified professionals.
- If this is not possible or practical there is a book available (but I am not endorsing it) called Backyard Trampolining by Darlene Traviss which you can buy from Amazon (or other book stores).
- There is also a great DVD available from Online Trampoline Coach by Fay Roberts which shows how to learn new moves safely.
- Please DO NOT attempt somersaults until you are competent at all the non-somersaulting skills, and only then do it under qualified supervision.
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