
Aaron has been a driving force behind the development and promotion of Trampoline and Tumbling since 1970. He is the author of three internationally recognized trampoline manuals (National Coaching Certification Program) In addition, as coach; his gymnastic continue to obtain international status. Also, as a brevet judge, he was appointed to the F.I.T International trampoline Federation in 1991 – A first for Canada.
Aaron was mainly recognized for his impact on the sport, however Aaron was also responsible for the New Westminster’s Detached Youth Program, and New Westminster Youth Centre. Aaron worked for family services of greater Vancouver for over 20years.
Aaron trained with the Nissen Trampoline Company Team (inventor of the modern day trampoline) in Cedar Rapids performing acrobatic shows in the USA and traveling to Canada to compete whenever possible. He developed a reputation as the highest bouncer in the world and it followed him from Canadian Nationals in 1973 to World’s in ‘74. Aaron continued his competitive career with Canadian Senior Titles in ‘75 and ‘76. Aaron was the first Canadian to compete a twisting triple somersault; a Triffis. While preparing for his second World Championship in “76, Aaron injured himself seriously, forcing an early competitive retirement.
Aaron continued a role that started in 1974 as Canadian Trampoline Coaching Chairman and began to develop a safety manual for the country that would eventually be known worldwide. The NCCP Trampoline technical manual was born. Aaron worked with some of the finest trampoline experts in the world including Dr. Fred Yeadon, Dave Ross and Boris Verhkovsky as well as many other Canadian trampoline specialists to develop the safest, progressive system for teaching trampoline possible. Aaron still authors and loves to share his coaching knowledge with others by teaching certification courses.
At the beginning of 1977, Aaron shared his expertise in the coaching field with the senior athletes with the very competitive Shasta Trampoline Team from New Westminster BC. Through the years, highlights sparked medal results in all areas.
Aaron passed away Nov 2012. He will be missed
Competitive Experience
New Westminster Trampolinist 1976 – 2012
National Achievements | |||
1973 | National Championships | Trampoline | Bronze Medal |
1974 | National Championships | Trampoline | 6th |
1975 | National Championships | Trampoline | Gold Medal |
1976 | National Championships | Synchro | Gold Medal |
1976 | National Championships | Trampoline | Gold Medal |
1978 | Gymnastics Canada | Coach of the Year | |
1987 | National Championships | Head Judge – Tumbling | |
International Achievements | |||
1974 | World Championships | Trampoline | 12th |
1975 | Pro / Am Championships | Synchro | Gold Medal |
1976 | World Championships | Injured | Canadian Team Member |
1979 - 1999 | National Trampoline / DMT Coach | ||
1992 | World Championships | Head Judge | |
1976 - 1999 | International Judge | ||
1996 | World Championships | Competition Director | |
1990 - 1998 | FIT Technical Committee Member | ||
1974 - 1999 | Canadian Gymnastics Technical Committee Member | ||
1974 - 1977 | National Committee Member |
Post Trampoline Career Achievements
Professional Experience
2004 – 2012 |
Vancouver Circus School
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2005 – 2012 |
Canadian Freestyle Association
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1974 – 2012 |
Canadian Gymnastics Federation
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1985– 2005 |
CirKids School of Circus Arts
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1999– 2001 |
Cirque du Soleil
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1990 – 1998 |
Technical Committee Member FIT (International Trampoline Federation)
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1977- 1999 |
Shasta Trampoline Team
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1997– 1999 |
Family Services of Greater Vancouver
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Publications
Canadian NCCP Trampoline Coaching Program
- Principal author for Levels 1-3 NCCP coaching and Course Conductor Manuals and courses
- Member of Level 4 Development Committee
- Level 4 Trampoline NCCP Course Facilitator
- Levels 1 & 2 manuals have been translated into Spanish and Portuguese
- Conducted hundreds of coaching courses across Canada
Volunteer Experience
1976 – 1999 |
Canadian National Trampoline and DMT Coach |
1990-1998 |
FIT Technical Committee Member |
1974- 1999 |
Canadian Gymnastics Technical Committee Member
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1974 – 1977 |
National Committee Member
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Special Recognitions
- Gymnastics BC – Life Member
- Canadian Gymnastics Federation – Life Member
- International Trampoline Federation –Honorary Life Member
- Aaron Johnson Trampoline and Tumbling Program Award Gymnastics Canada
- Aaron was the world’s Highest Bouncer
- Canadian National Trampoline Coach 1976 – 1999
- Canadian Member of International Trampoline Federation 1990 – 1998
- Canadian Gymnastics Technical Committee Member 1974 – 1999
- First Canadian to compete a twisting triple somersault