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In the small, yet full-of-life state of Connecticut, nestled between Massachusetts and New York, there’s a unique group of kids who bounce, flip, and fly high into the sky. These aren't ordinary children; oh no, they are members of the Connecticut Cloud Bouncers, elite trampoline performers known far and wide. Every day, whether the skies are sunny or cloudy, a colorful trampoline springs to life in backyards, parks, and gymnastic clubs. A Trampoline isn’t just a toy in Connecticut; it’s a portal to a magical world, a world where gravity is a mere suggestion and where children can taste the clouds. Our story revolves around the character, Bouncy Bob – a dandy, lanky kid with a mop of wild hair that sticks to all directions when he bounces up and down. Bouncy Bob, with his ever-so-bendy limbs, bouncing higher than any kid in Connecticut, is the unofficial ambassador and the reigning king of the trampoline. He has a unique bouncing style that defies all laws of physics, making him look like he’s doing the funky chicken dance while bouncing. Kids often laugh, "if you see a human rubber band somersaulting in the sky, that's just Bouncy Bob!" The children of Connecticut, inspired by Bob, are trampoline enthusiasts, making the state a hotbed of bouncing activity. From the quiet, bookish kid who discovers a newfound courage as she bounces higher and higher, to the rambunctious jock who learns the importance of finesse and timing in their jumps, the trampoline is a world where every Connecticut kid can learn, grow, and most importantly, have a ton of fun!