Trampolining safety and basic skills
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can safely get on/off a trampoline and perform basic shapes whilst jumping with control.
Key learning points
- Move: aiming for the cross with body tension when jumping will keep the body upright and avoid going off at an angle.
- Move: safely getting off the trampoline requires sitting down and sliding off as opposed to jumping off.
- Think: standing close to the trampoline with hands up to spot increases awareness.
- Feel: building confidence in getting on and off the trampoline safely will enhance your overall comfort and performance.
- Connect: spotting others demonstrates teamwork by offering support and ensures safety.
Keywords
Spotting - is a safety precaution of having people positioned around the edge of the trampoline to ensure the performer does not fall off and get injured
Twist - rotating the body around its vertical axis while in the air
Out bounce - a straight jump performed at three-quarters height as the final jump in a trampoline routine
Common misconception
Pupils believe twisting on the vertical axis is pointless as they are keen to do tricks which are often completed around the horizontal axis.
Learning to twist is fundamental to overcome possible anxiety when in motion and not being able to see the cross. In addition, more challenging techniques include a twist at the start or the end, so the motor programme is required to build on this.
Teacher tip
Establishing clear rules around safely is paramount in the 1st lesson. This may work well by guiding the pupils to work together, with teacher guidance to create a code of conduct. Remain aware of possible issues when wearing socks on some surfaces.
Equipment
trampolines, additional materials: shapes teaching cards, floor mats
Content guidance
Additional qualification required
Risk assessment required - equipment
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What do we associate with a cross on a trampoline?
Q2.What muscles should you always engage to hold a position?
Q3.What is essential to ensure someone is safe when completing a task?
Q4.Which one is correct for the outcome of trampolining?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.How do you dismount the trampoline safely?
Q2.Which of the following is a safety precaution in trampolining?
Q3.Which body part do you focus on twisting in a half and full twist movement?
Q4.Which basic shape is associated with a L shape?
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The starter quiz will activate and check your pupils' prior knowledge, with versions available both with and without answers in PDF format.
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The assessment exit quiz will test your pupils' understanding of the key learning points.
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