Trampolining was the one for me!

It’s strange how those seemingly insignificant choices in life, like the decision to run for a bus or ‘snooze’ your alarm for an extra ten minutes, can have the greatest impact. For me, this decision presented itself in my choice to attend the taster sessions at Surrey Sports Park last year. After dragging myself to a number of clubs, where no untapped sporting ability presented itself, trampolining was my last hope. There, I found a group of my closest friends, an opportunity to try something new and a feeling of community I hadn’t yet experienced from my course.

The sport became something I came to love, with supportive coaches who helped me to overcome any difficulties in technique, and the opportunity to participate in internationally recognised competitions.

The University of Surrey Trampolining Club offers coaching to all abilities, from those who have never tried it before to those who seem capable of defying the laws of physics. Every session I witness group members progressing in their skill, and in their confidence. In many cases, this confidence manifests itself in the desire to compete for the club in an attempt to acquire medals.

The club attends BUCS in addition to smaller competitions held at other universities. These competitions are a fantastic way to socialise with new people and represent Surrey in a sport that you enjoy. It also presents achievable goals to work towards, which are addressed in sessions following the event. Of course it also gives the excuse to dress up in leotards - what’s not to love?

Although trampolining, like gymnastics, is stereotypically a female dominated sport, a significant proportion of the clubs members are male. The sport appeals to a wide range of people and provides an exciting way to exercise. It strengthens muscles, teaches control and contributes towards a healthy lifestyle. In my experience, it is certainly preferable to routine gym sessions and I would recommend it to anyone.   

It’s strange how those seemingly insignificant choices in life, like the decision to run for a bus or ‘snooze’ your alarm for an extra ten minutes, can have the greatest impact. For me, this decision presented itself in my choice to attend the taster sessions at Surrey Sports Park last year. After dragging myself to a number of clubs, where no untapped sporting ability presented itself, trampolining was my last hope.  There, I found a group of my closest friends, an opportunity to try something new and a feeling of community I hadn’t yet experienced from my course.

The sport became something I came to love, with supportive coaches who helped me to overcome any difficulties in technique, and the opportunity to participate in internationally recognised competitions.

The University of Surrey Trampolining Club offers coaching to all abilities, from those who have never tried it before to those who seem capable of defying the laws of physics. Every session I witness group members progressing in their skill, and in their confidence. In many cases, this confidence manifests itself in the desire to compete for the club in an attempt to acquire medals.

The club attends BUCS in addition to smaller competitions held at other universities. These competitions are a fantastic way to socialise with new people and represent Surrey in a sport that you enjoy. It also presents achievable goals to work towards, which are addressed in sessions following the event. Of course it also gives the excuse to dress up in leotards - what’s not to love?

Although trampolining, like gymnastics, is stereotypically a female dominated sport, a significant proportion of the clubs members are male. The sport appeals to a wide range of people and provides an exciting way to exercise. It strengthens muscles, teaches control and contributes towards a healthy lifestyle. In my experience, it is certainly preferable to routine gym sessions and I would recommend it to anyone.