How to organise a trampoline jumping competition

Start by fixing the competition format, venue and safety requirements before inviting anyone. Then build registration around the number of available trampolines, assign judges and volunteers, and publish a realistic match schedule. On the day, allow time for technical checks, warm-ups and registration before the first jump. The tasks and equipment list below covers the detailed preparation, while these tips focus on the decisions that most often cause delays or confusion.

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The plan, step by step

Every task with its own sub-checklist, in the order you'll actually need them.

Preparations

1
Reserve competition venue
2
Set the competition rules
2 people
3
Assign judges
4
Draw up the match schedule
2 people
5
Create registration form
6
Send invitations
2 people
7
Process registrations
2 people
8
Collect dietary requirements
9
Confirm participants
10
Print the starting lists
11
Prepare certificates
2 people
12
Buy prizes
13
Assign volunteers
14
Create a music playlist
15
Schedule Technical Check
16
Check the shopping list
2 people
17
Do the shopping
3 people
18
Collect prizes and materials
2 people
19
Chill drinks
2 people
20
Pick up venue keys
21
Inspect the sports floor
2 people
22
Set up trampolines
4 people
23
Lay out safety mats
4 people
24
Inspect trampolines technically
3 people
25
Set up jury tables
2 people
26
Set up audience seating
4 people
27
Set up registration desk
2 people
28
Set up the catering table
3 people
29
Equip jury tables with materials
2 people
30
Prepare the race number
2 people
31
Hang signs
2 people
32
Connect the sound system
2 people
33
Test microphone
2 people
34
Set out first aid supplies
35
Brief volunteers
2 people
36
Hold the jury briefing
5 people

Event

37
Register participants
3 people
38
Hand out race numbers
2 people
39
Lead the warm-up
3 people
40
Announce the opening
41
Run the competition round
6 people
42
Process scores
2 people
43
Safely swap participants
3 people
44
Refill drinks
2 people
45
Serve snacks and sandwiches
3 people
46
Answer audience questions
2 people
47
Announce the break program
48
Check jury results
3 people
49
Announce finalists
50
Guide the final round
6 people
51
Process final scores
2 people
52
Prepare awards ceremony
2 people
53
Announce the winners
54
Award prizes and certificates
3 people
55
Take group photo
2 people
56
Announce closing
57
See the audience out
3 people

Aftercare

58
Disassemble trampolines
4 people
59
Gather sports equipment
3 people
60
Clear away chairs and tables
4 people
61
Disconnect the sound system
2 people
62
Collect waste
3 people
63
Wash dishes
3 people
64
Clean the catering table
2 people
65
Clean the floor and changing rooms
3 people
66
Do final venue inspection
2 people
67
Collect lost and found items
68
Return keys
69
Return rented equipment
2 people
70
Publish results
71
Thank participants

What to bring

Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.

Sports equipment

Competition trampolinesqty 4
Safety matsqty 8
Crash matsqty 4
Warm-up matsqty 8
Bib numbersqty 80
Training bibsqty 12
Bollardsqty 20
Barrier tapeqty 4
Athletic tapeqty 6
Stopwatchesqty 4
First aid kit
Ice packsqty 8
Disposable glovesqty 2
Emergency blanketsqty 4
Conesqty 20
Whistlesqty 4
Scoreboardsqty 4
Judge clipboardsqty 6
Jury table numbersqty 6

Furniture

Tablesqty 10
Chairsqty 90
Jury tablesqty 3
Registration desk
Changing room benchesqty 6
Clothes racksqty 4
Waste binsqty 8

Equipment

Sound system
Wireless microphonesqty 2
Speakersqty 2
Laptop
Printer
Extension cordsqty 6
Power stripsqty 4
Rechargeable batteriesqty 12
Power banksqty 2

Tableware

Reusable cupsqty 120
Coffee cupsqty 50
Platesqty 100
Cutlery setsqty 100
Serving plattersqty 10
Coffee potsqty 3
Water jugsqty 6

Kitchen

Coolersqty 4
Thermos flasksqty 4
Cutting boardsqty 3
Bread knivesqty 3
Serving utensilsqty 8
Bottle openersqty 3
Kitchen timersqty 2

Catering

Thermos jug waterqty 4
Coffee machinesqty 2
Water dispensersqty 2
Groceries

Lighting

LED lampsqty 6
String lightsqty 4

Decorations

Competition bannersqty 3
Tableclothsqty 10
Stage backdrop
Prize table sign
Name badgesqty 20
Directional signsqty 8

Cleaning

Bucketsqty 3
Mopsqty 3
Broom setsqty 2
Hand broomsqty 3
Microfiber clothsqty 20
Toilet brushesqty 2

Tips

Set the rules before opening registration. Define the disciplines, number of jumps, scoring method, age groups and tie-break procedure so judges and participants work from the same information.
Work backwards from the first scheduled jump. Allow at least 60 minutes for venue access, trampoline and mat inspections, setup, bib distribution and the technical check; add another 30 minutes if the venue team is unfamiliar with the equipment.
Build the schedule around real changeover time. Leave 5–10 minutes between groups for judges to record scores, participants to leave the area and the next group to warm up instead of running every round back-to-back.
Prepare the jury area as carefully as the competition floor. Give each jury table a clear view, provide stopwatches and working pens, and test the laptop, printer, microphones, speakers and extension cords before participants arrive.
Do not leave participant communication until the final week. Confirm names, registration details and dietary requirements at least 7 days beforehand, then print starting lists and prepare bib numbers, certificates and prizes before event day.

Frequently asked questions

How far in advance should I organise a trampoline jumping competition?: Start venue and judge planning at least 8–12 weeks before the competition. Open registration only after the rules, capacity and provisional schedule are clear, and confirm participants about 7 days before the event.
How long does it take to set up a trampoline competition?: Allow at least 60–90 minutes for access, trampoline setup, safety mats, jury tables, registration and equipment checks. Schedule the technical inspection before the first warm-up, not during participant arrival.
How many judges do I need for a trampoline jumping competition?: Use the number required by your chosen scoring format and competition size, then assign them before registration opens. As a practical minimum, have one person responsible for judging and another for timing or recording so one delay does not stop the round.
What safety checks are needed before trampoline competition starts?: Inspect every trampoline, the sports floor and all safety, crash and warm-up mats before anyone jumps. Complete the technical check at least 30 minutes before the first competition round and keep the area separated with bollards or barrier tape.

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