Trampoline Teams
Coach Kira Vercruyssen, Trampoline Teams Program Head
We
have two major divisions of competitive sports programs: a
Non-Traveling State-Level Trampoline-Tumbling Teams Division
and a Traveling Trampoline Teams Division. The first competes
under the banner of Hawaii Academy and seldom leaves Honolulu,
never the state of Hawaii. The second division competes under
the banner of Hawaii Trampoline Teams and travels throughout
the world. In all there are seven programs: State Teams, Junior
Teams, High School Teams, College Teams, Adult Teams, Seniors
Teams, and Elite Teams. Following our mission statement, HA
athletic teams promote lifetime fitness for members of ALL
ages and abilities! Our teams emphasize LIFE LESSONS!
Junior Trampoline Teams Program
Coach Kira Vercruyssen Junior Program Head
Athletes of age 6-13 yrs train a minimum of three days per week to be on this team and compete in four meets in Hawaii plus the US Junior Olympics National Championships, All Japan Junior Championships, and other international competitions.
Elite Trampoline Teams Program
Dr Max Vercruyssen, Program Head
The highest level of training is elite. These athletes train five hrs per day for six days per week. By invitation only, these athletes must meet the USAG elite requirements and are usually training for membership on US national teams and international assignments. Since 2003, this program has produced over 30 JO national championships, over 10 elite national championships, and an age group world championship. However, despite its string of successes, elite athletes in this program will take an extended break following the World Championships and World Age Group Competitions (Nov & Dec, 2007) with many pursuing other sport interests. This program will be dramatically changed in 2008, possibly training only three days per week with totally different goals and objectives, some involving circus-type performances.
High School Trampoline Teams Program
Mia Vercruyssen High School Program Head
Athletes of age 14-18 yrs train a minimum of three days per week to be on this team and compete in four meets in Hawaii plus the US Junior Olympics National Championships, All Japan Inter-High School Championships, and other international competitions.
Adult Trampoline Teams Program
Dr Donna Mah, Program Head
Those age 19-49 yrs train at Hawaii Academy and compete in four Hawaii meets and wherever they can find another group of adults interested, anywhere in the world.
Kupuna (Senior) Trampoline Teams Program
Dr Max Vercruyssen, Program Head
Those age 50-99 yrs train at Hawaii Academy and compete in four Hawaii meets per year and wherever they can find another group of seniors interested, anywhere in the world. Currently volunteering for Friday team practices is Coach Hang Pham, who is doing a fantastic job.