Although it’s hard to pin down the use of the first trampoline to any particular period in history, we do know that the very first modern trampoline was designed in the 1930s by two gymnastic enthusiasts: Larry Griswold and George Nissen. Children’s trampolines have very obvious health benefits, and even toddlers are encouraged to get bouncing at quite an early age on the small indoor versions with supporting handles.
There are probably dozens of different trampoline suppliers and makers, with TP Activity Toys, Plum Products, MV Sports, Supertramp and Jumpking being amongst the best known. Some of the most popular trampolines for kids seem to be the round versions of varying diameters, and with important safety precautions to consider, parents are advised to invest in one with a safety enclosure to help prevent kids falling off. Safety pads, ladders and even tents can be added to trampolines for extra play value - kids just love trampolining, and it’s the perfect way to encourage them out into the garden for lots of active fun.
With galvanised steel frames and springs, as well as rot-proof matting, children’s trampolines are pretty resistant to most weather conditions, although families in areas prone to high winds are well advised to use an anchor kit to prevent the trampoline blowing away. Since its invention, trampolining has been used in many different kinds of sports and acrobatics, and in the 21st century we have witnessed the elevation of the trampoline to the No.1 children’s outdoor toy, whilst in 2000, trampolining even became an official Olympic sport.
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