As parents, one of our jobs is to encourage our children to be active and healthy. Jumping on a trampoline is a great way to enhance fitness while having loads of fun. But with so many trampoline sizes for sale, how do you find the right size for your child? Let’s go over some considerations to make sure you are choosing the safest, most affordable, enjoyable, and practical option for your home and family.
Why Size Matters When Choosing a Trampoline
The right trampoline size is about having sufficient space, safety, and functionality. You want your child (or children) to have enough space to jump and do tricks without straining the trampoline or getting too close to the edges.
- Ages of your children: Smaller and younger children don’t need as much space to jump. A standard 12’ round trampoline might be the perfect size for your needs if you just have one or two small children jumping.
- Yard space availability: Your trampoline will need the size of the trampoline plus a few extra feet on all sides, on flat, unobstructed ground for installation. The big rectangular trampolines can be 17 feet long so make sure you have around 24 feet or more of flat space to accommodate if you are looking at that size. Also think about other backyard activities. If you have a small yard and your kids also play football in the yard, you may need to opt for a smaller trampoline so they can have room for both activities.
- Weight totals: Check the total weights of your children/jumpers and the weight limit on the trampoline itself before purchasing. If you have younger children, think about their growth and look for an option to accommodate their increased weights over time.
Understanding Trampoline Sizes
Here are the common trampoline size ranges to choose from:
Small Trampolines
At 12 feet in diameter, these smaller trampolines are great for young families or anyone with limited space. They offer enough room for basic bouncing and tricks.
This is a good option if you haven’t had a trampoline before and you don’t have a lot of teenage or older children.
Medium Trampolines
With diameters of 14 feet, medium trampolines are popular with a lot of our customers due to the balance of size and price. 14 feet is noticeably more jumping space than a 12 footer, and can handle older children and multiple users.
Our medium size trampolines are a good compromise as they are large enough for multiple/older jumpers while still fitting in most backyards with room to spare.
Large Trampolines
Our largest trampolines are the 15 foot round or 10 x 14’ and 10 x 17’ rectangular. They provide plenty of room for tricks and group play. These options are great for older children, young athletes cross training for their sports, or families with multiple jumpers.
Measure your yard to ensure you have enough space to handle these larger options. Review the weight limits as well to confirm you are getting adequate capacity for your needs.
Factors to Consider When Choosing Trampoline Size
Age and Skill Level
Age and skill level can play a role - generally smaller is better for younger children and bigger is ideal for older children or those looking to practice advanced gymnastics or other skills.
Yard Space
You want a buffer zone of at least 3 feet on all sides of the trampoline for maximum jumping safety. Clear the area around your planned trampoline placement - uneven terrain, tree roots, overhead obstacles like branches or awnings all need to be considered.
Weight Capacity
Consider the total number of children including cousins, siblings, friends, or parents who may want to jump on your trampoline, and then check that against the weight capacity of any trampoline you are considering. If your children are young or you plan on having more, think about sizing up with weight capacity so that your trampoline can accommodate your growing family.
Safety Features
Always look for safety features like padded frames and safety nets to make trampolining as secure as possible.
Reap all the benefits of trampolining while getting the right size and price for your kids’ needs.
Choose the perfect trampoline size for your child to ensure it is as safe, enjoyable, and beneficial as possible. Consider their ages, interests, how much yard space you have, weight capacity and safety features that are important to you when making your choice.
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