Matilda's Trampoline Adventure!
Get ready for some bouncy fun, Matilda! Today, we're learning all about jumping safely on the trampoline.
Materials You'll Need:
- Mini-trampoline or large trampoline (with safety net if possible)
- Comfortable clothes (like leggings or shorts and a t-shirt)
- Water bottle
- Your amazing energy!
Let's Warm Up! (5 minutes)
Before we bounce, let's get our bodies ready!
- Jumping Jacks: Let's do 15 happy jumping jacks!
- High Knees: March in place, lifting your knees super high like you're marching in a parade. (30 seconds)
- Arm Circles: Make big circles forward with your arms (10 times), then backward (10 times).
- Ankle Rotations: Sit down and draw circles with one foot, then the other.
Trampoline Safety First! (Super Important!)
Trampolines are fun, but we need to be safe. Here are our Golden Rules:
- One Jumper at a Time: Only Matilda on the trampoline when jumping.
- Bounce in the Middle: Try to stay in the center, away from the edges and springs.
- Look Before You Leap: Always know how you're going to land.
- No Crazy Flips (Yet!): We're starting with simple, safe jumps today.
- Getting On/Off Safely: Carefully step on and off the trampoline; don't jump off.
- Ask for Help: If you feel unsure, ask your grown-up!
Let's Bounce! (15-20 minutes)
Okay, Matilda, time to carefully get on the trampoline!
- Feel the Bounce: Start with small, gentle bounces without your feet leaving the mat. Just feel the springiness!
- Straight Jumps: Now, try some low, controlled straight jumps. Keep your body straight, arms by your sides or slightly out for balance. Bounce up and down gently. How many can you do in a row while staying in the middle? (Try 10)
- Pause and Balance: After a few jumps, practice stopping suddenly and holding your balance. Freeze like a statue! Can you hold it for 3 seconds?
- Tuck Jumps: Let's try a fun one! Jump up, and while you're in the air, pull your knees up towards your chest (like you're tucking into a ball). Land gently on your feet. Try 5 tuck jumps. Remember to start small!
- Seat Drops (Optional - if comfortable): Start with a small straight jump, then land in a sitting position (bottom and hands hit the mat at the same time). Bounce straight back up to your feet. Try it gently a few times only if you feel ready and have space.
- Fun Game - Freeze Bounce: Bounce gently. When your grown-up shouts "Freeze!", stop bouncing and hold your balance. When they say "Bounce!", start again!
Cool Down Time (5 minutes)
Great job, Matilda! Let's cool down our bouncy bodies.
- Slow Walk: Walk slowly around the room or yard.
- Gentle Stretches: Sit down and reach for your toes (hold for 15 seconds).
- Butterfly Stretch: Sit with the soles of your feet together and gently press your knees down (hold for 15 seconds).
- Arm Stretch: Gently pull one arm across your chest (hold 10 seconds), then the other.
- Deep Breaths: Take 3 slow, deep breaths. Breathe in... and out.
Wow, Matilda! You were a fantastic trampoline explorer today! You learned about safety and practiced some awesome bounces. Keep practicing your safe jumping!