While jumping around on a Little Tikes trampoline is fun in itself, you could add accessories to the trampoline for some extra excitement. For example, you can get a Little Tikes trampoline with a slide and a ladder. There is also a Little Tikes trampoline with a basketball hoop. Trampolining can help to develop co-ordination and gross motor skills, encouraging kids of all ages to keep active and have fun doing it. You can find the perfect trampoline for your family in our extensive range, whether that’s a 13ft trampoline for bigger gardens or a junior trampoline with a supportive handle for younger kids. Bounce into outdoor fun with a rectangular trampoline designed to fit most gardens. The Jump Power 12x8ft Rectangular Trampoline and Enclosure features high quality materials for safety, strength and better bounce. Make sure to measure the available space before you decide on a trampoline – the length and width of your garden may decide whether you want a rectangular trampoline that’s longer than it is wide, a circular 8ft or 10ft trampoline, or a larger 12ft or 13ft trampoline. In addition, jumping on a trampoline can help to strengthen the immune system. Bouncing helps promote lymphatic circulations, which pushes any harmful toxins out of cells so nutrients can get in.

Trampolines have come a long way since the first prototype. Over time, the quality of the equipment has improved and the size of trampolines has increased. The largest trampoline in the world is located in Glasgow, Scotland, and has a bouncing surface of 63,000 square feet. It’s actually a bunch of smaller trampolines that have been installed together to make one enormous trampoline.The Jump Power 12x8ft Rectangular Trampoline and Enclosure has 4 wide powder-coated legs to keep the frame stable as kids bounce. If your kids are having a lazy day, a few minutes on the trampoline can carry more oxygen into their blood stream, helping them feel more awake and alert. Trampolines are also a great way to improve kids’ gross motor kills. They can improve their physical coordination as well as their center of balance while learning how to properly jump and land on a trampoline. In addition, they’ll learn about spatial awareness and bilateral movements.

Patented weldless Jump Power joints and a super strong 45 x 1.8mm steel frame bring added safety and durability to your trampoline. An extra support bar on the steel frame adds more strength to the trampoline.

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Do your kids have a lot of energy to burn? One of the best ways to release that energy is by jumping on a trampoline. Trampolines are a type of recreational equipment consisting of a strong fabric that is stretched tightly on a steel frame, with either metal springs or plastic rods. The Jump Power 12x8ft Rectangular Trampoline and Enclosure should be assembled on grass. Assembly by 2 adults may take approx. 2 hours. For a little help, see our instructional Assembly Video in the product images above. strong 7" springs mean better bounce. A zinc coating protects the springs against rust for long-lasting elasticity and the high quality jump mat is UV resistant. Netting is critical for safety. It ensures that kids don’t fall off the trampoline if they land too close to the edges. Ensure that the netting is made out of a durable material and includes a zippered entrance so kids can get in and out safely. When you’re on the hunt for a Little Tikes trampoline for kids, first decide whether you want to use it indoors or outdoors. This will help you select the size of the trampoline and where you’re going to place it. If you want to use a trampoline indoors, make sure the ceiling is several feet higher than the height of the trampoline so no one bonks their heads while jumping. It’s best to use most trampolines outside, though many mini trampolines can be safely used indoors.

Learning facts about trampolines is almost as fun as the act of jumping on trampolines! Trampolines were inspired by trapeze artists. The inventors of trampolines, George Nissen and Larry Griswold, thought that the safety nets trapeze artists used might be able to have another use. They marketed the first trampoline in 1936 with a live kangaroo. When it comes to the size of the trampoline, you’ll want to carefully measure the space you have to ensure you can safely fit the equipment in that space. Also consider the ages of your children and how much space they will need while jumping. For example, a 3-year-old child doesn’t necessarily need a 10-foot trampoline, while that size would be perfect for a school-aged child. Most Little Tikes trampolines are around 7 feet in diameter, which is perfect for young children. Kids benefit in a number of ways from jumping on a trampoline. Did you know that only 10 minutes of bouncing actually strengthens cardiovascular muscles? While kids think they are just jumping up and down for fun, they are actually improving their heart health. Little Tikes trampolines are usually round or hexagonal. The shape of the trampoline is important to note because it affects the type of bounce you get. Round or hexagonal trampolines direct kids to the center of the mat where it is safest. That’s why these shapes are perfect for kids and beginner jumpers. A high quality enclosure net helps to keep your child safe as they exercise and play, giving you peace of mind. The safety mat and enclosure net are sewn together, keeping kids well away from trampoline springs and the main frame. The 8 supportive enclosure bars curve away from the net to reduce the risk of bumps.Enclosure Net styles may vary.Kids can develop a number of physical skills while they jump on a trampoline. Once they get the hang of going up and down, they can figure out how to jump from side to side. Soon, they may want to try flips and fancier jumps.

While it may seem like the strong fabric has elastic capabilities, it’s actually the springs or rods that connect to the frame that provide the characteristic bounce. When kids jump on the fabric, they are able to bounce high into the air. One of the most popular makers of trampolines for kids is Little Tikes.