From the Gymnastics Canada website—In Trampoline Gymnastics, athletes perform flips and twists, while jumping on a trampoline. It’s not only about going high—it’s about maintaining precision and control while flying through the air. Every routine feels like a gravity-defying dance, making this one of the most thrilling gymnastics disciplines to watch​.  

“What type of routine is done on a trampoline?” 

A trampoline routine consists of 10 unique skills. Athletes are scored on (1) Execution: How well a skill is done (think straight legs, pointed toes). (2) Difficulty: How many flips and twists there are. (3) Time of Flight: How high an athlete jumps. (4) Horizontal Displacement: How well an athlete stays in the middle.

 “What is synchronized trampoline?” 

Synchronized trampoline is pretty similar to synchronized diving. A 10 skill routine is done in a pair. This routine is often slightly easier than an individual routine, so the athletes can focus on doing the routine at the exact same time. Scoring is the same as individual, save for an added score for synchronization! Provincial level athletes compete synchro at BC Champs and Westerns. National athletes compete synchro at all competitions and includes a co-ed option as well.

“What is a Double Mini Trampoline and how do passes work?” 

Double Mini Trampoline is a smaller trampoline that athletes run at (sort of like the vault in artistic gymnastics!). Athletes sprint down a runway, launch into the air off a double-mini trampoline, and perform incredible twists and flips before sticking the landing on a mat. It’s fast, fun, and full of jaw-dropping moments. Double-Mini combines the thrill of trampoline with the artistry of gymnastics in just a few short seconds of high-flying action!​ 

A routine in double mini is often called a “pass.” It consists of two skills. The preliminary round and final round each consist of 2 passes. Athletes are scored on execution, difficulty, and landings. The landing mat has different colours, sort of like a target. The goal is to land “in the box” to avoid landing deductions.

“How can I become a Shasta athlete?” 

Athletes join Shasta by invite only. Contact us here (Tryout Form) to schedule a try out. If your child is new to trampoline, we recommend starting out with the recreational pre-competitive programming offered by The City of New Westminster.

“Why doesn’t Shasta offer tumbling?” 

We don’t have space! A tumbling floor won’t fit in the Queens Park Sportplex where we train.

“Why do all newly registered athletes have to have a parent or family member attend the New Family Meeting in September?” 

It is our club’s commitment to help provide a safe and positive experience for all athletes participating in competitive trampoline. Head Coach Val Johnson has created a program over many years of hard work. At this meeting we help provide necessary information and answer parent questions in order to help ensure a successful club experience for each new athlete and family. 

“Why are all Shasta families required to attend the AGM and volunteer at the AJM and what's the difference?!” 

The Annual General Meeting (AGM) for the Shasta Trampoline Booster Society is to be attended by at least ONE representative for each member athlete. It is a requirement for our club to be able to operate as a society under the BC Societies Act. Besides volunteering at the AJM, attending the AGM is the only other main obligation for a family representative of each athlete to participate in. Notably, we review the season’s financials and approve the annual operating budget for the following year. Ample notice for the date in June is given, attendance is expected. The Aaron Johnson Memorial (AJM) is our club's annual hosted meet and main fundraising event. We strive to run a successful event and ask all members of the club to contribute their time equitably, as all our athletes benefit. See the AJM page for more information about the meet and it's history.