Abstract: A water trampoline includes a tumbling unit, a plurality of floating members, and a rope assembly. The tumbling unit includes a bed frame, a tumbling mat, and a plurality of elastic members connecting the tumbling mat to the bed frame. The floating members are connected to and are mounted independently around the bed frame. The rope assembly interconnects the floating members. A ladder is attached to one of the floating members. An anchor unit is connected to another one of the floating members and is spaced apart from the ladder at an angular distance.

Abstract: A foldable trampoline includes a frame consisting of multiple frame sections, a jumping bed, and a plurality of legs connected to each joint of two adjacent frame sections. At least two knuckle mechanisms are provided at two opposite joints of the frame sections. Each knuckle mechanism includes two clamp brackets that are fixedly connected to two adjacent frame sections at their opposed ends. Each clamp bracket has two spaced arms that forward extend beyond the end of the frame section by a predetermined length and then turn downward to form two lug portions. The lug portions of the two clamp brackets are overlapped and pivotally connected to each other via a shaft pin extended therethrough. The shaft pin also extends through the leg located at the joint, so that the two adjacent frame sections may be pivotally turn about the shaft pin without the need of dismounting the leg thereat.

Abstract: A trampoline system has a frame with horizontal and supporting members raising the frame above the ground. The trampoline bed and springs have a pad body attached to the trampoline frame by straps. Each strap pair has an upper and lower strap attached to the pad body at a junction. Flange braces are mounted on the junction between the horizontal members and supporting members. A limiting member connecting each strap pair at a distance from the junction defines a pad strap gap as the distance from the junction to the limiting member. The pad strap gap is an elastic slack space sized according to the distance between the trampoline frame and the outer periphery of the trampoline pad body.

Abstract: A quick-coupling post for trampoline safety fence is formed from a plurality of sequentially connectable hollow sections and an elastic connecting element mounted in each section. Each of the hollow sections has an upper portion adapted to fitly extend into a lower portion of another section to align two through holes separately provided at the upper and the lower portion of the two hollow sections, respectively. The elastic connecting element is in the form of a letter V to include two normally outward stretched arms that naturally elastically press against two opposite inner surfaces of the hollow section. One of the two arms is provided at a free end with a short shaft tube that elastically extends through the two aligned through holes on two coupled hollow sections to hold the two coupled sections in place relative to each other.

Abstract: A fence surrounds a trampoline and extends above the rebounding surface, reducing the risk of injury. Shock absorption is aided by a support system of independent poles. Variable placement net fasteners also are detailed.

Abstract: A rectangularly-shaped exercise apparatus (20) having an endless frame (22) formed by angular elements (24) joined together at their adjacent corners (25) that include shoulders (45) and gussets (46). A bed (29) of fabric is disposed within frame (20) and joined to it by coiled springs (31) attaching the bed's grommets (33) to pins (38) extending from horizontally-oriented flanges (26) of angular elements (24), being held to pins (38) by washer-nuts 41/42). A socket (29) is securely mounted at the corners (25) to the undersides (39) of flanges (26) and into which deep-stroked leg assemblies (52) having springs (56) are slip fit. The leg assemblies (52) include an additional stroke displacement over the spring's stroke displacement by a plunger (53) over which the spring's tubular cylinder (54) displaces.

Abstract: An exercise device for use in performing a variety of physical exercises includes a low impact cushioned, resilient surface in association with a fixed structure, positioned adjacent thereto. A resistive element having a first end and a second end is coupled to the fixed structure by its first end. A harness is coupled to the second end of the resistive element. The harness provides a structure for restraining the user in a preselected position atop the resilient surface and for applying selective resistive forces to the user during an exercising session performed on the resilient surface.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a protection device for a trampoline, wherein the protection device comprises a plurality of support parts, the two ends of each support part being separately installed with an upper half part and a lower half part; and a protection film being installed between two support parts. Finally, the protection device is combined with a trampoline in order to ensure the safety of a person exercising on the trampoline.

Abstract: A safety trampoline is described herein. The trampoline comprises a generally circular inner canvas, a plurality of inner plane springs distributed about the perimeter of the inner canvas. The trampoline also comprises a generally circular outer canvas having a hole in its center substantially the same diameter as the perimeter of the inner canvas. The trampoline further comprises a plurality of outer plane springs distributed about the perimeter of the outer canvas and a plurality of binding ropes for attaching the plurality of inner plane springs to the inner canvas and the outer canvas, and for attaching the plurality of outer plane springs to the outer canvas.

Abstract: A method for strengthening coordination between a person's hand muscles and muscles of the lower part of a person's body involves (a) the person jumping into the air while holding a hanging article; and (b) placing while in the air the hanging article on an elevated, substantially horizontal flexible support, so that the hanging article is retained on the support after the person releases the article from his hold. The support is positioned above the extended height of the person. An exercise system for strengthening coordination between a person's hand muscles and muscles of the lower part of a person's body thus includes (a) an elevated substantially horizontal flexible support; and (b) a hanging article, wherein the support is positioned above the extended height of the person.

Abstract: An integrated exercise machine system that is utilized to facilitate overall physical fitness which includes the detoxification of the body along with the aerobic conditioning of the cardiovascular system. The system was primarily designed to facilitate a proactive approach to the conditioning of muscles that have become fatigued or atrophied in various occupations, such as computer operators, clerical personnel, or other occupations that have limited range of motions, and improve mobility of the elderly and physically impaired. It is a uniquely shaped, portable rebounder that folds with a safety hinge and collapsing legs. An overhead upper body exercise system is adapted to the environment utilizing a dual telescopic primary horizontal overhead bar, adapts to a door frame or wall, and is housed in a cradle unit. There are two adjustable securing straps with a device for attaching and suspending the secondary horizontal bar and/or elastic resistance ropes with varying degrees of elasticity.

Abstract: A floating playground includes floating modules which provide buoyancy to a variety of recreational implements. Rigid flotation vessels filled with foam provide buoyancy to the modules. The modules have a frame and plurality of posts which can support a variety of recreational implements. The modules float individually or can be connected together to from a floating playground with a variety of recreational implements. The modules are also mobile so they can be moved from location to location and interchanged with other modules to form a dynamic playground.

Abstract: A floating playground includes floating modules which provide buoyancy to a variety of recreational implements. Rigid flotation vessels filled with foam provide buoyancy to the modules. The modules have a frame and plurality of posts which can support a variety of recreational implements. The modules float individually or can be connected together to from a floating playground with a variety of recreational implements. The modules are also mobile so they can be moved from location to location and interchanged with other modules to form a dynamic playground.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a protection device for a trampoline, wherein the protection device comprises a plurality of support parts, the two ends of each support part being separately installed with an upper half part and a lower half part; and a protection film being installed between two support parts. Finally, the protection device is combined with a trampoline in order to ensure the safety of a person exercising on the trampoline.

Abstract: A mounting platform is provided for access to a trampoline or similar exercise device. The mounting platform removably attaches to the side of the trampoline to provide a horizontal surface from which an individual can move onto or off of the trampoline. An adjustable ladder provides access to the platform and, in one embodiment, can be folded under the platform, which itself can be removed from the trampoline or collapsed to a vertical position when not in use.

Abstract: A child activity device for entertaining and promoting activity in a child is disclosed. The child activity device is configurable between a use and storage position and may also include a frame providing bouncing motion for a child. The activity device includes a support frame extending vertically upwards from a lower end proximate to a support surface and terminating at an upper end, a supporting portion, and may further include a seat, coupled to the supporting portion, that is rotatable about a first axis relative to the support frame to allow a child placed in the seat to rotate about the first axis. A coupling assembly is also disclosed. The coupling assembly secures the supporting portion to the support frame upper end and permits rotation of the supporting portion about a second axis for configuring the seat and supporting portion in a storage position. An activity device with foldable support legs is also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a protection device for a trampoline, wherein the protection device comprises a predetermined amount of support parts, the two ends of each support part being separately installed with an upper half part and a lower half part; and a protection film being installed between two support parts. Finally, the protection device is combined with a trampoline in order to ensure the safety of a person exercising on the trampoline.

Abstract: A mounting platform is provided for access to a trampoline or similar exercise device. The mounting platform removably attaches to the side of the trampoline to provide a horizontal surface from which an individual can move onto or off of the trampoline. An adjustable ladder provides access to the platform and, in one embodiment, can be folded under the platform, which itself can be removed from the trampoline or collapsed to a vertical position when not in use.

Abstract: A trampoline which incorporates a flexible mat supported above a support frame by a number of spaced flexible rods; each rod is secured at one end to the mat and at the other end to the support frame.

Abstract: A fence surrounds a trampoline and extends above the rebounding surface, reducing the risk of injury. Shock absorption is aided in the preferred embodiment by a support system of independent poles, linked at their tops by a flexible strap or line. An impact anywhere on the fence causes the posts to flex inwardly, absorbing the force. Much of this impact injury is stored in system components and is subsequently returned, helping propel an errant jumper back onto to the rebounding surface. Numerous other embodiments and accessories are also detailed. Similar arrangements are suitable for use with above ground pools.

Abstract: A floatable park that includes a trampoline and a first inflatable object attached to the trampoline. The first inflatable object is constructed to support a human being thereon. The park is floatable on water.

Abstract: A trampoline convertible for use as a swimming pool includes a substantially rigid frame having a top member, a bottom member and a plurality of posts fixed between the top member and the bottom member to secure the members in spaced relationship to each other. A mat having a perimeter is planarly suspended relative to the top member. Also included is a shell having an outer perimeter and being insertable within a space defined by the frame. A plurality of shell attaching devices secures the shell to the frame. Overlapping the shell, a liner is included which is also positionable within the space defined by the frame. A plurality of liner attaching devices secures the liner to the frame. The trampoline is converted to a swimming pool by inverting the trampoline, securing the shell and the liner to the frame, and introducing water into the space defined by the frame and within the liner.

Abstract: A trampoline with safety net is provided including a trampoline frame with a plurality of stanchions. Also included is a trampoline mat having a periphery connected to the trampoline frame via a plurality of springs connected. Further included is a trampoline net assembly situated within a horizontal plane, wherein an area enclosed by the net assembly is substantially larger than that enclosed by the trampoline frame. The trampoline net assembly further includes a plurality of supports for maintaining the net assembly at an elevation above that of the trampoline frame. Finally, a trampoline net is provided having an inverted frusto configuration and connected to the trampoline assembly and extending downwardly and inwardly therefrom.

Abstract: A competitive sport, and a facility for playing the same, the facility having a raised planar playing field formed of a plurality of rectangular trampoline-like channels held together edgewise by supporting cables with all of the adjacent edges and cables being covered by padding. The rectangular planar field is preferably circumscribed by additional similar panels angled upwardly and outwardly from the edges of the planar field with goals being provided in each of the end angled panels. The playing field may be divided and marked in predetermined ways depending upon the rules of the game. In one form, the game may involve two teams; one provided for each half of the field, with each team taking turns for prescribed periods in attempting to project a ball into a goal at the angled panels projecting upwardly from the end of the opponents' side of the field, while the defendant's attempt to thwart the defensive team's attempts to make a goal.

Abstract: The jumping bed of a trampoline is secured to the trampoline frame by passing an elastic rubber cord through a plurality of channels spaced around the periphery of the bed and pulling portions of the cord outwardly from between adjacent channels to form loops which are attached to retainer rods spaced around the frame.

Abstract: An enclosure apparatus for preventing injury to a person using a trampoline of the type having a plurality of spaced apart vertical legs supporting a horizontally disposed frame surrounding a bed, the enclosure apparatus including a plurality of panel assemblies, each of the panel assemblies including an elongated horizontal member having a first end and a second end, two elongated vertical members having a top end and a bottom end, the top end of one on the two vertical members being connected to the first end of the elongated horizontal member and the top end of the other of the two vertical members being connected to the second end of the horizontal member, a plurality of vertical ropes connected to the elongated horizontal members and to the frame, a plurality of horizontal ropes connected to the elongated vertical members, opening means in one of the panel assemblies for permitting a user of the trampoline to enter the enclosure apparatus, the plurality of panel assemblies being connected to the frame ad

Abstract: A resilient platform exercise device includes a trampoline having a peripheral frame with a platform secured to the frame by a plurality of spaced springs for resiliently mounting the platform. An upstanding pole assembly is mounted directly to the frame juxtaposed the platform. The pole assembly terminates in two spaced handles on opposite sides of the platform in alignment with each other. Each of the handles is pivotally mounted and is movable in opposition to resistance located at the pivotal mount.