8Ft Trampoline

You may be considering purchasing an 8ft trampoline based on either one of two reasons: small kids would be the ones who would be primarily using it, or the space in your garden would only allow the installation of a trampoline with the maximum size of 8 feet.

Let’s take the age factor first.

Ideally, 8ft trampolines are best for children ages 5 to 12. Since the amount of bounce area in the mat of the trampoline is quite limited when compared to, say, a 14ft trampoline, only users of limited size and weight are ideal for an 8ft trampoline.

Of course, you might be inclined to think that since a larger trampoline might be better in the long run since children would grow up and eventually outgrow an 8ft trampoline. Therefore, it seems that a larger trampoline might be a better investment when considering the future.
But before you decide that way, there is another factor that you might want to consider when choosing the size of the trampoline you are buying. The height of the trampoline off the ground is also a major factor for choosing the recommended size of trampoline for your needs. Bigger trampolines are built to have a higher height when compared to smaller trampolines. And the higher the height of the trampoline, the greater the degree of injury a user would sustain in case of an accident. This is the reason why bigger trampolines are not really recommended for kids below 12 years old.

Accident can happen. And it is always best to take precautionary measures to avoid accidents of falling off a trampoline, or at least, reducing the degree of harm an accident can bring to the users.

One way to reduce the danger of falling off a trampoline is by installing trampoline enclosures. A trampoline with an enclosure can counteract the danger of a high fall from a larger trampoline. So it might be worth your consideration when deciding on your purchase of a trampoline.

Now, let’s go to the other limiting factor on why you may choose an 8ft trampoline: the size of the yard where you would place the trampoline.

Always remember that there should always be a 4-foot clearance on the sides of any size of trampoline. The reason for this clearance is quite obvious. As stated earlier, accidents can happen. And it would always be better to reduce the risks of serious injuries when using the trampoline.

So if the yard where you intend to place the trampoline is quite limited, then an 8ft trampoline might just be right for you. Of course, this is also assuming that the users of the 8ft trampoline are children aged 5 to 12. And if you do not have the proper space clearance for your trampoline, even if it is as small as an 8ft trampoline, then purchasing a trampoline enclosure to go with your trampoline may be necessary.