Tricks & Stunts

Trampolines Tricks and Stunts Explained

Here are some of the most popular tricks and stunts performed on a trampoline, ranging from beginner-friendly moves to advanced stunts:

Beginner Tricks

  1. Tuck Jump
    • Jump while pulling your knees toward your chest, wrapping your arms around your legs briefly before extending again for landing.
  2. Pike Jump
    • Jump and extend your legs straight in front of you while reaching for your toes.
  3. Straddle Jump (Star Jump)
    • Spread your legs and arms out wide in the air to form a star shape, then return to a normal position for landing.
  4. Seat Drop
    • Land in a seated position with your legs straight out and bounce back up to standing.
  5. Knee Drop
    • Bounce and land on your knees before bouncing back to a standing position.

Intermediate Tricks

  1. Front Drop
    • Bounce and land on your stomach with your arms and legs extended, then push off to bounce back up.
  2. Back Drop
    • Fall backward and land on your back, using your arms to help bounce back upright.
  3. Swivel Hips
    • Perform a seat drop, rotate your body 180 degrees while in the air, and land in another seat drop facing the opposite direction.
  4. Half Twist
    • Jump and rotate your body 180 degrees in the air to face the opposite direction before landing.
  5. Cradle
  • Start with a back drop, bounce up into a seat drop, and finish by bouncing back to standing.

Advanced Tricks

  1. Front Flip
  • Perform a forward somersault in the air and land back on your feet. Requires careful control and practice.
  1. Back Flip
  • Execute a backward somersault in the air, landing safely on your feet.
  1. Barani
  • A front flip combined with a 180-degree twist before landing.
  1. Cody
  • Bounce into a back drop, then use the momentum to execute a front flip while coming back up.
  1. Double Flip
  • A somersault completed twice in a single jump. This is an advanced move requiring professional guidance.

Expert-Level Tricks

  1. Full Twist
  • Perform a full 360-degree twist while executing a flip, either frontward or backward.
  1. Kaboom
  • Bounce onto your back with your legs up and use the recoil to launch into a flip.
  1. Trampoline Wall Tricks
  • Bounce high and use the vertical surface of a trampoline wall to perform spins, flips, and rebounds.
  1. Double Back Flip
  • Perform two consecutive back flips in one jump.
  1. Triple Flip with Twist
  • Combine multiple flips and twists in one jump, showcasing high-level acrobatic skills.

Safety Tips

  • Always practice under supervision if you’re new to advanced tricks.
  • Use proper safety gear like padding and nets.
  • Progress slowly and master basic moves before attempting complex tricks.

These tricks can be a great way to enjoy trampolining while improving strength, balance, and coordination!