Slanted Rebound Step

The Gymnastics Direct Slanted Rebound Step is an essential piece of ninja warrior and parkour training equipment for kids, schools, gymnastics clubs, sports education programs, and home ninja courses across Australia. Compact, versatile, and built to handle the demands of high-energy training sessions, the Slanted Rebound Step is the go-to obstacle for developing lateral agility, speed, balance, coordination, and quick footwork in children aged 3 and up.

Lateral agility — the ability to move quickly and confidently from side to side — is one of the most fundamental athletic skills across almost every sport, from gymnastics and ninja warrior training to football, soccer, netball, and athletics. Yet it is one of the most undertraining areas in junior sports development. The Slanted Rebound Step directly targets this skill gap through its signature side-to-side leaping motion, challenging children to read their body position in space, react quickly, and land with control — all at the same time. Regular use builds the explosive leg power, coordination, balance, and spatial awareness that underpin athletic performance across a wide range of sports and activities.

The slanted design is key to what makes this step so effective. The angled surface naturally guides children into the correct lateral jumping pattern, encouraging them to push off from the sides with purpose and precision rather than simply stepping across a flat surface. This creates a more athletic, dynamic movement challenge that develops fast-twitch muscle fibres, proprioception, and reactive balance in a way that flat agility equipment simply cannot replicate.

The Slanted Rebound Step secures safely to any carpet-bonded surface — including the Gymnastics Direct Flexi Roll Tumbling Mat — using industrial strength velcro, keeping it stable and secure during fast-paced training sessions while still allowing for quick reconfiguration between activities. This makes it an ideal component for ninja warrior obstacle courses, parkour circuits, school PE programs, and gymnastics club warm-up drills, where educators and coaches need equipment that is both safe and flexible.

One step is great — but more steps means more fun and more challenge. The Slanted Rebound Step is available as a single unit, in a 2-piece set, and in a 4-piece set, allowing you to build out your agility run at your own pace and budget. It is also a popular addition to the Gymnastics Direct Little Aussie Ninja Course, where it can be incorporated into a full 12-metre ninja warrior obstacle circuit. View the full Little Aussie Ninja range here.

Want to know how to set up the ultimate ninja warrior and parkour course using the Slanted Rebound Step and other Little Aussie Ninja equipment? Check out our blog post: How to Create the Ultimate Ninja & Parkour Course

Constructed from top quality vinyl and foam, the Slanted Rebound Step is durable, safe, and built for the demands of busy gyms, schools, and backyard ninja courses. No assembly required — it arrives ready to use straight out of the box.

Please note: The Slanted Rebound Step must be used on a carpet-bonded surface for safe and stable use. Carpet-bonded Flexi Roll Matting is available separately in the Gymnastics Direct range.

Dimensions: 60cm x 60cm x 50cm (with a 5cm top edge)
Construction: Top quality vinyl and foam

Frequently Asked Questions

What age is the Slanted Rebound Step suitable for?
The Slanted Rebound Step is suitable for children from 3 years of age and up, making it ideal for kindy gym programs, primary school PE classes, gymnastics clubs, junior sports programs, and home ninja warrior courses across Australia.

What athletic skills does the Slanted Rebound Step help develop?
The Slanted Rebound Step develops lateral agility, speed, balance, coordination, explosive leg power, quick footwork, proprioception (body awareness), and reactive balance — all fundamental athletic skills that underpin performance across gymnastics, ninja warrior training, and a wide range of team sports including football, soccer, netball, and athletics.

Why is lateral agility training important for kids?
Lateral agility — moving quickly and confidently from side to side — is one of the most widely used movement patterns across almost every sport, yet is often underrepresented in junior training programs. Regular lateral agility training using equipment like the Slanted Rebound Step helps children develop the fast-twitch muscle fibres, coordination, and reactive balance that support athletic development and injury prevention across a wide range of sports and activities.

Does the Slanted Rebound Step need to be secured to a mat?
Yes — the Slanted Rebound Step is designed to be secured to a carpet-bonded surface using its industrial strength velcro base. This keeps it stable and safe during fast-paced training. The Gymnastics Direct Flexi Roll Tumbling Mat is the recommended surface and is available separately in our range.

Can the Slanted Rebound Step be used as part of a ninja warrior course?
Absolutely — the Slanted Rebound Step is one of the featured obstacles in the Gymnastics Direct Little Aussie Ninja Course and is a popular addition to home, school, and club ninja warrior and parkour circuits across Australia. For tips on how to incorporate it into your course, check out our blog post: How to Create the Ultimate Ninja & Parkour Course.

Is the Slanted Rebound Step available in sets?
Yes — in addition to this single unit, the Slanted Rebound Step is available as a 2-piece set and a 4-piece set. More steps means a longer agility run, more challenge, and more fun — making the sets great value for schools, clubs, and families looking to build out their ninja course.

What is the Slanted Rebound Step made from?
The Slanted Rebound Step is constructed from foam with a top quality vinyl outer cover — durable and safe for children across all settings, from home backyard ninja courses through to school PE programs and gymnastics clubs.

Does the Slanted Rebound Step require assembly?
No — the Slanted Rebound Step arrives ready to use straight out of the box.

Can I order multiple Slanted Rebound Steps for our school, club, or facility?
Yes! The Slanted Rebound Step is available as a single unit, 2-piece set, and 4-piece set. For larger orders, Gymnastics Direct also offers a dedicated quote request service for schools, clubs, and facilities. Visit gymnasticsdirect.com.au or call 0409 688 721.