Trampolining is a popular outdoor activity not just for children but for adults too. Available in various sizes, it can be equipped with different accessories to enhance its convenience while ensuring the safety of jumpers.
The choice of trampoline depends on the profile of the jumpers:
- a model with a diameter less than 2.50 meters for children under 5 years old;
- a setup with a diameter less than 3.50 meters for those under 10 years old;
- a model larger than 4 meters in diameter for those over 10 years old.
The following parameters should be considered when choosing this outdoor game:
- a solid structure with tubes of at least 35mm in diameter and 1.5mm in thickness;
- galvanized steel legs (4 preferably) to ensure its stability;
- appropriately sized springs in sufficient quantity (72 springs for a 4m diameter model);
- a polypropylene canvas of high density;
- protection pads of at least 20mm thickness to protect jumpers from potential impacts against the metal frame.
Various accessories are offered as standard or optional:
- a ladder to facilitate access for the little ones;
- a safety net to prevent jumpers from falling outside;
- a protective cover against rain and debris such as dead leaves;
- an anchoring kit for added stability.
Trampolines are subject to various quality and safety standards:
- the NF EN 71-14 standard related to the safety of toys;
- the NF EN 13219 standard on manufacturing of this type of game;
- the NF EN 913 standard related to testing and use of this equipment;
- the TUV GS certificate that guarantees passing tests conducted by an independent body.
Thus, choosing a trampoline depends on the age and size of the jumpers, but also on the available space. Indeed, a safety distance of at least 2 meters should be observed between the equipment and the surrounding objects.