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10 differences between the adrenaline park & the Trampoline park

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The adrenaline and the trampoline parks have become an important segment of the entertainment industry, and are currently ranked among the healthiest activities, which have a positive impact on our physical well being. Although they might seem very similar at first glance, there are some important differences between them.

1. At trampoline parks, the center of the action are trampolines of various types and sizes

As the name tells you, trampoline parks focus primarily on trampolining. This is where we will find the highest-quality trampolines of various types and sizes, which offer the opportunity for enjoying many healthy and fun activities at the park. But nowadays a trampoline park can be a lot more than just the sum of its trampolines. Numerous additional activities can be added, which can be themed – e.g. outer space, etc.

Adrenaline parks focus on a very wide range of activities, such as giant swings, tree climbing, zip-lining and other adrenaline challenges, and therefore a lot of people also call them adventure parks.

 

2. Trampoline parks are designed for having fun

Adrenaline attractions release adrenaline - a stress hormone that increases your heart rate and blood circulation, but also triggers feelings of uncertainty, caution or even fear. Some people simply love to experience these feelings, others not so much.

For these people, having some relaxing fun on trampolines is more appropriate, since happiness hormones such as endorphins are released instead of adrenaline, as a result of which you feel happier and less anxious.

 

3. Trampoline parks provide entertainment in large halls, while adrenaline parks are mainly located outdoors

Adrenaline parks are mostly outdoors, so their operations are dependent on the weather, and also require additional effort to maintain.

In contrast, trampoline parks are located in various large buildings/halls, where you can enjoy unforgettable indoor trampoline fun in spaces as large as 1500 m2 or more.

 

4. Trampoline parks can be continuously modified

Adrenaline parks are strongly dependent on their natural features, so they are hard to change overnight.

Trampoline parks, on the other hand, are characterized by their modular design, which allows you to replace a certain set of trampolines immediately when you establish that it is no longer attracting customers.

 

5. Trampoline parks are suitable for all age groups

The fact is that trampoline parks are not just a fun but also a healthy activity for kids, so it is not surprising that they are becoming an excellent attraction for active socializing among all age groups, and especially among families. Modern trampoline parks offer entertainment and an opportunity for exercise and active leisure time for adults, teens, children and families. The majority of parks are still mainly aimed at children, but they are increasingly being focused at other target groups.

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Adrenaline parks on the other hand cannot be visited with small children, as there are numerous limitations, and young children cannot handle a lot of the attractions by themselves.

 

6. Adrenaline parks have a lot of limitations

Both adrenaline and trampoline parks have to be built according to the applicable codes in order to be able to provide healthy activities for visitors. Safety at trampoline parks is ensured through regular inspection of the trampolines, the replacement of individual modules and clearly defined jumping rules.

Adrenaline parks, on the other hand, have a few more limitations to deal with. Since they are located outdoors, the high season lasts from around April to November. Operating in the rain is also difficult, and people with heart problems or fear of heights are discouraged from visiting.

Visiting an adrenaline park is also a healthy activity for kids, but you have to take into account that visitors must be at least 1,50 m tall, and must weigh at least 40 kg for certain attractions.

 

7. Trampoline parks encourage socializing and cooperation

When faced with adrenaline challenges, we are left to our own devices without the possibility of cooperating with our friends, while trampoline parks with carefully selected elements and additional services is an excellent place to socialize.

Some modules support various healthy and fun activities, such as basketball or dodge ball, which also promote cooperation, and additional capacities offer the possibility of organizing parties and team building events.

 

8. Trampolining affects the entire body

Both adrenaline and trampoline parks have a positive effect on your body. But you should know that adrenaline challenges primarily increase strength and improve balance, while trampolining has significantly more positive effect, due to which it is ranked among the very healthiest activities.

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Some compare the effects of trampolining to those of running, and we should also mention the strengthening of various muscle groups and joints, improved coordination and agility, increased consumption of calories and reduced stress.

 

9. Special effects are an integral part of trampoline parks

At trampoline parks, fun on trampolines is further enhanced by special visual, audio and digital effects and games. These special effects are attractive to all visitors, and always create a new and unique adventure.

This cannot be said of adrenaline parks, since adrenaline is usually the only thing we feel, and their setting in natural locations prevents the use of such special effects.

 

10. Trampoline parks can be visited throughout the year

You can have fun on indoor trampolines any time of year, even when it’s cold, rainy or snowing outside, or unpleasantly hot.

On the other hand, the majority of adrenaline parks are open from spring to late autumn, and are usually closed during the winter. If the operators of these parks wish to generate income throughout the year, they have to look for alternative activities.

 


We have found that there are quite a few significant differences between adrenaline and trampoline parks, due to which they have to be treated completely separately. It is important to remember that trampolining is classified among the safest and healthiest activities that can be done all year, without major restrictions and with a large measure of unforgettable and relaxing enjoyment for the young and old.

This is also significantly due to their modular design, which allows them to be continuously modified and improved in order to make the park’s operations as successful as possible.

 

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