Family Health & Wellness

Did you know that 10 minutes of jumping is the cardio equivalent of a 30 minute jog?

Not only is jumping on your Springfree Trampoline a fun activity for the whole family but it has health benefits as well. We’re here to share a few of many moves you can do on the Springfree Trampoline to get an awesome workout while bouncing. Try a few of these moves next time you’re jumping and we promise that you’ll feel the burn of a great workout!

We recommend doing each move for around 30 seconds, followed by 30 seconds of casual jumping – and repeat!

Jumping Jack:

Swivel Hip:

Pike Jump:

Seat Drop:

Why go to the gym when you have a personal piece of exercise equipment in your very own backyard? :)

If you have exercise moves you’ve thought of that work on the Springfree, share them with us!

"Springfree™ Trampoline is jumping for joy over today’s announcement that its innovative new model has been awarded a Good Design Australia gong and is now a finalist in the 2013 Australian International Design Awards."

The new model, known as Springfree™ Trampoline M18, is a novel crossover product that combines all the award-winning signature design elements that have made its Springfree Trampoline ‘big cousins’ the leaders in the trampoline market.

At a compact 160cm x 116cm and with its mat surface low to the ground, the M18 can be cleverly used inside the home or outside. Add the snap-on enclosure and the M18 is a safe and fun indoor trampoline for children. Take the enclosure off and the M18 provides the perfect rebound platform for use by adults in gyms and fitness centres or at home. Its compact size also allows the M18 to be utilised by physiotherapists, other medical specialists and professional sports trainers as an unstable surface for rehabilitation exercises and other coaching.

“Springfree Trampoline is really excited to see the M18 named one of Australia’s best sport and leisure designs this year,” Springfree Trampoline spokesperson Jonathan Collins said.

“This announcement caps off a particularly special time for our business. We were recently named by the independent watchdog organisation CONSUMER and its Australian counterpart CHOICE as the only safe and recommended trampoline out of the 17 Australian and New Zealand brands tested and we are also celebrating our 10th anniversary as a global business this year.”

Mr Collins said the Springfree Trampoline team was constantly looking for ways to make exercise safer and recognised a need for innovation in the area of rebounders.

“The M18’s large rectangular mat makes available a huge number of options previously not possible on old-style rebounders. The patent-pending ‘flatbar’ technology allows for a range of different configurations and by utilising the patented SoftEdge technology developed by Springfree Trampoline, there is no risk of feet being trapped in springs, the whole generous surface area is utilised, and the bounce is silent.”

It’s been 10 years since the world of trampolining was revolutionised by a New Zealand father of three who simply wanted to make sure his children were safe while they enjoyed a backyard bounce. That dad, Dr Keith Alexander (a Professor of Mechanical Engineering to boot), set off on what would become a 15-year research project into trampoline injury prevention. At the end of the project in 2003, the original Springfree™ Trampoline was unveiled. It was the first in the world to be literally ‘spring free’.

Many of the design features that made the M18 stand out to judges were the same features that, for the past decade, have made Springfree Trampoline the preferred choice among parents seeking the highest quality and utmost safety for their children: no springs or hard frame at the jumping surface, no risk of falls to the ground and no risk of falls onto rigid enclosure poles.

The M18 is currently available for sale in Asia and will be launched in New Zealand in June and available in Australia early 2014.

Presented by Good Design Australia, the Australian International Design Awards are one of the longest standing and most prestigious design awards in the world. Category winners and Australia’s highest design honour – Design Award of the Year – will be announced in Sydney on May 30.

Easter is just around the corner, and to get into the spirit we thought we’d share some great family activity ideas you can do with the kids! From delicious edible treats, to easy crafts the kids can do, we’ve had a look through one of our favourite sources of inspiration: Pinterest and found some clever ideas to share with you.

We are always surrounded by mountains of chocolate eggs around Easter time, but who’s to say you can’t mix up the treats the kids receive from the Easter bunny? How cute are these little cotton bunny tails? They’re so simple and such a great idea to give as a gift as well to family and friends.

Source: handmadecharlotte.com via Joann on Pinterest

We stumbled along this crafty idea that only requires a few bits and pieces and will create some fun photo opportunities with your kids. All you need are some pipe cleaners, cotton balls and a paddle pop stick and voila your little one will be looking like a funny bunny!

How does the session work?

• Kids must be between the ages of 6 -12 years to be eligible to participate
• The moves are simple and are designed for a beginner / basic skill level
• The sessions are facilitated by a qualified trampoline instructor and go for a maximum of 60 minutes
• A parent or guardian must remain onsite during the session (we’ll make it enjoyable for you too!)
• All participants will receive a certificate of completion at the end of the session and a Springfree goodie bag to take home!
• Children under the age of 6 are welcome to come along but they are unable to participate in a session (they can have a bounce)

REGISTER NOW to take part:

Click HERE to register for the MELBOURNE kids Basic Trampoline Moves

Click HERE to register for the SYDNEY Kids Basic Trampoline Moves

In this day and age it is almost expected of us to be constantly multi-tasking and on the go; filling up our schedules with more and more errands and goals that we want to achieve. It’s as if society has created this misconception that “busy” is a status symbol. The busier you are, the more important you must be, and it shows that you have aspirations and control over your life. But is this really the case?

The ever increasing mountain of work that we set for ourselves in our lives and the 38 hours of jobs that we try to squeeze into a 24 hour period is making us forget about a healthy balanced life filled with laughing, love and relaxation. Are we ever going to climb to the peak of that mountain we set for ourselves and enjoy the view from the top, or should we be stopping along the climb up and taking in the view from different angles?

When is the last time you stopped and took a moment for yourself; just to even turn off all the distractions in your life and feel relaxed and carefree? Remember when you were a kid and all the stresses and worries of adult life were not even a thought in your mind? The time is now, to feel empowered and have some “me” time!

Jump onto your Springfree Trampoline and take 10 minutes out of your day to be young and carefree again! Be a kid at heart and just have a laugh! That Springfree Trampoline in your backyard is more than just a kid’s backyard toy, it is your sanctuary from this busy world.

That mountain is still going to be there after 10 minutes and won’t have crumbled around you. Be proud to say out loud “I’ve done something for myself today!” and realise that there is more to life than being busy.

Share your pictures of being young at heart on Instragram #kidatheart #springfreetrampoline , we’d love to see your cheeky inner child!

Fat Mum Slim has also written a blog about her view of this busy world that you might want to read!

Looking for a family activity this WA Labour Day long weekend? Come and see us at the Perth Hyde Park Fair for FREE jumping on a Springfree on the 3rd & 4th March 2013 from 10am-5pm.

The Perth Hyde Park fair is set to be a great weekend filled with entertainment, rides, shows, stalls and much much more!

Springfree ‘s friendly staff will be there at the Springfree Trampoline Action zone with 4 different models of the world’s safest trampolines setup for you to bounce on!

What’s more is you can have the chance to WIN your very own Springfree Trampoline R54 Compact Round at the fair!

The R54 Compact Round was the only trampoline of 12 tested in the Australian market to recently pass safety tests conducted by consumer watchdog, CHOICE. So rest assured, you can put up your feet and relax, knowing your kids will be having a blast while being safe on their Springfree!

Hope to see you there this weekend, and don’t forget to print out the entry form to bring along on the day to WIN a Springfree Trampoline!

Happy WA Labour Day weekend everyone

- From the team at Springfree Trampoline

Click here for more event details.

Kids that get enjoyment out of their backyard trampolines, should consider the idea of jumping onboard trampolining as a serious sport. Just ask Jack Penny, our Springfree Ambassador!

He was king of the family’s backyard trampoline once. Now he is a professional trampolinist and accredited coach with Gymnastics Australia. Raised in Launceston and still in Tasmania; the trampoline has taken him all around the world.

Jack said he clearly remembers his first backyard trampoline (the traditional spring-based variety, sans-safety net). “I remember attempting my first ever forward somersault on it,” he said. “I landed it but was bounced off and right toward the big glass windows of our kitchen. I don’t have to tell you how horrified Mum was!”

With some 10,000-16,000 Australian children visiting an emergency ward annually after a trampoline mishap, Jack said any family considering a trampoline purchase should select the safest option for their children. He cited a recent Choice report that recommended only one trampoline brand (out of 12 trampolines tested for safety) – Springfree™ Trampoline.

The report showed the Springfree™ Trampoline’s R54 Compact Round model offered the most comfortable bounce which, as Jack says, will help keep your potential world champion trampolinist bouncing and training for longer. Jack encouraged backyard trampoline enthusiasts to take the leap into professional training at their local gymnastics club.

To see if your children would like to give trampolining a go, the PCYC Launceston is holding their Gymsports FunDAY on Saturday 23rd February from 10-3pm. You’ll be able to meet Jack in person and talk to him about what trampolining is like as a professional sport, grab some handy hints on moves and get tips on what the safest practice is for training on your trampoline at home.

Come and see us on the day to see Jack demonstrate his exhilarating moves on a Springfree and enter the draw for your chance to WIN the S113 Large Square Springfree Trampoline that Jack is performing on!