Before You Go
A little preparation goes a long way at indoor adventure parks. Unlike a cinema or restaurant, these venues involve physical activity with specific equipment requirements and safety protocols. Spending ten minutes reading the venue's website and preparing your group will eliminate most common sources of frustration on arrival — from unsigned waivers to wrong footwear.
Pre-Visit Checklist
- Book your session online — walk-up availability is limited on weekends and holidays
- Complete digital waivers at home if the venue offers pre-registration
- Pack grip socks or budget £2–4 per person to buy on site
- Wear fitted athletic clothing — no dresses, skirts, or loose jewellery
- Remove watches, rings, and necklaces before entering activity zones
- Bring a water bottle; jumping and climbing are dehydrating activities
- Eat a light meal 1–2 hours before — not immediately before jumping
- Charge your phone for photos, but leave it in a locker during active sessions
Top Tips for a Great Visit
Start Slow on Trampolines
Even if you were a confident jumper as a child, begin with basic bouncing on the flat beds before attempting wall runs or flips. Ankle and knee injuries most often occur in the first fifteen minutes when enthusiasm outpaces control.
One Person Per Bed
This rule exists for good reason — double bouncing creates unpredictable recoil that can launch lighter participants off the surface. Staff enforce this strictly; repeated violations result in session termination without refund.
Listen to Court Marshals
Floor staff are trained in injury prevention, not just crowd control. When they call a rest break or redirect traffic flow, comply immediately. They monitor fatigue levels across the court and pause sessions before accidents happen.
Climbing: Feet Before Hands
On bouldering walls, focus on foot placement rather than pulling with your arms. Beginners exhaust their upper body within minutes by gripping too hard. Take rests between attempts — bouldering is as much about reading routes as physical strength.
Ninja: Watch First, Then Try
Observe other participants complete each obstacle before attempting it yourself. The warped wall, in particular, requires a specific run-up technique that is not intuitive. Staff demonstrations are usually available on request.
Plan Your Zone Order
Do high-energy trampoline sessions first while legs are fresh, then move to climbing and ninja zones. Save soft play and café time for the end when energy levels drop — especially important when visiting with young children.
Important Safety Rules
Never attempt backflips or aerial manoeuvres without prior experience or qualified coaching. Do not jump from trampolines into foam pits head-first. Supervise children under 12 at all times — park staff monitor zones but cannot watch individual children. If you have pre-existing joint, back, or heart conditions, consult your doctor before participating. Pregnant visitors should not use trampoline or aerial zones.
What to Wear and Bring
Wear close-fitting sportswear — leggings, joggers, or fitted shorts with a t-shirt or vest top. Avoid hoodies with drawstrings, belts, and anything with zips or buttons that could catch on equipment. Grip socks are mandatory on all trampoline and ninja surfaces at virtually every venue worldwide; regular socks are not accepted because they lack the rubber sole pattern that prevents slipping on padded surfaces.
Lockers are available at most parks — bring a padlock or expect to pay a rental fee. Store phones, wallets, and loose items before entering activity zones. Glasses should be secured with a sports strap; contact lenses are generally safer for active sessions. Long hair must be tied back securely for climbing and ninja activities.
Visiting with Children
Prepare children by explaining the rules before arrival — especially the one-person-per-trampoline rule, which young siblings often struggle with. Set a meeting point near reception in case anyone gets separated. For first visits, book a shorter session (60 minutes rather than 90) to gauge stamina levels. Pack snacks for after the session; most on-site cafés are priced at a premium. If your child is nervous, start in the soft-play or toddler zone and let them observe the main courts before joining — many venues allow free spectator access in designated viewing areas.