for play that decrease the probability of unintentional falls and encourage the practice of safe falling (ground contact) maneuvers,” he continues. In addition to offering trampoline, tumbling, gymnastics and fitness/ninja training for all ages and abilities at its Honolulu, Pearl Harbor and Waipahu locations, Hawaii Academy also offers safe falling workshops – for all ages and activities. And, safe falling is important, as falls are the most common cause of injury visits to the emergency room for young children in the U.S., according to Stanford Medicine. Falls can cause open wounds, fractures, September/October 2025 HAWAII PARENT 83
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