JHB South East - Sep 2020

and is the brand ambassador for a
water company in the UK.
“Samantha and I met on a dance
contract. We clicked immediately and
became good friends. On my many
visits to Samantha I met Michelle, who
has been Samantha’s friend for ages.
“I saw that there were a few exercise
classes in the UK involving trampolines
and after chatting to Samantha,
she decided it may be an avenue she
could look at and she started Tramps,”
Kristy said.
“And so our side hustle was born.
Tramps SA is a first for SA and we just
had to jump on the bandwagon and lead the way. Africa is totally untapped
and we want to make this a big thing,” said Samantha.
“When we started we hosted the classes in the Eco Estate, which was very
convenient for most of our members. They will arrive, do a session and then
go home.
“However, we started talking about taking Tramps SA online even before lockdown
and that was just the right move. Not only did we manage to keep our
members, but we were also able to accommodate them with online sessions
and even grew our membership with people from as far at Cape Town and
Midrand,” said Michelle.
Going online
“We often had a laugh a minute when we first moved our classes online but it
sure was the right decision because before we knew it, we were in lockdown
and fortunately our members where used to online classes.
“In the beginning it was trial and error, where the digital platform would
freeze or where dogs would want to join people on the trampolines (rebounders),
but it was great fun and it is still is,” said Samantha.
Soon they had men joining in the classes and it definitely is something young
and old can do.
“I can honestly say that regardless of what the future holds, we will keep the
online platform even when things go back to normal. It just offers another
platform for those who won’t be able to join the actual classes,” she continued.
Kristy became involved during lockdown and it was easier to participate as an
instructor or class member.
Kristy said the most challenging part for her of being involved in the venture
is the distance.
“However, the reward of teaching and choreographing the exercise routine
online is most satisfactory.”
Never a dull moment
Between the three of them they make sure the fun never stops.
“We will ask our members to send their favourite songs and we will choreograph
the exercise to the song. We have themed sessions where people dress
up in ‘60s or ‘80s gear, we combine pilates with rebounding, and we have
boom sessions where they can use anything from a wooden spoon to drum
sticks to pound. That by the way is an excellent workout,” said Samantha.
Michelle explained they come up with something new every two weeks and
the members never know what is coming their way.
“This is just part of the fun we have while getting the juices flowing and ensuring
a good workout.
“We offer three different classes. A 30-minute morning burner, which is really
good cardio. Then on a Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday we do about 45 minutes
to an hour full-body class with a nice cool down session.”
Health benefits
The three all agree the health benefits are simply something you cannot
overlook.
They explained that using a trampoline while exercising is beneficial to the
joints as there is very low impact because the trampoline pad absorbs 87 per
cent of shock.
Rebounding also increases the metabolism, gives you stronger bones, improves
the immune system, is great to drain the lymphatic system, fantastic
for rapid weight loss and reduction in cellulite.
“Simply put, it makes you feel better when you are stressed or in a bad mood,
boosts your confidence and when you work from home it now offers you
time where you can have a little me-time and experience self-love and care -
and to top it all, it is great fun,” Samantha and Michelle explained.
“Especially during lockdown it gives a moment where you can interact and
say hello. We need to look after each other, especially during these tough
times. We invite people to join us to feel good and be part of this social,
health and wellness environment,” said Samantha.
Details: Email trampsclasses@gmail.com
Text: Carina van der Walt. Photo: Just Jade Photography.
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