Bob Robbins, a trampoline jumper who performed tricks during a show April 12, remembers his disappointment after returning to school after summer vacation one year only to find out trampoline jumping no longer would be offered as a sport. They took trampolines away from the high schools in 1972 in this state. That was my sophomore year in high school. Schools are still reluctant to offer instruction on trampolines although they have gained popularity since the debut last summer of trampoline competition at the 2000 Olympic games in Sydney, Australia. Trampolines don't hurt people.
People hurt people if they're used incorrectly.
The bulk of injuries from trampoline accidents stem from falls onto the springs and frames, jumpers colliding or unsuccessful somersaults or other tricks. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission reports that the average number of children hurt on trampolines rose from 37,500 to 100,000 between 1991 and 1999. With the right instruction, however, trampolines can help some athletes improve their skills. His father often helps him with dives on the trampoline. All rights reserved.