Woman Sues State College Trampoline Park After Alleged Foam Pit Injury

Lawsuit claims compression fractures from inadequate pit depth

Mar. 17, 2026 at 8:06am

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A 21-year-old woman has filed a lawsuit against a State College, Pennsylvania indoor trampoline park, alleging she broke her back after jumping into a foam pit that was too shallow. The lawsuit claims the pit's depth did not meet industry standards, leading to the woman sustaining compression fractures in two vertebrae.

Why it matters

Trampoline parks have faced increased scrutiny in recent years over safety concerns, with injuries ranging from broken bones to paralysis. This lawsuit highlights the potential risks involved and could set a precedent for how such facilities are required to maintain their equipment to prevent serious injuries.

The details

According to the complaint, Makenna Taddy was a customer at Get Air State College on March 22, 2024 when she jumped into the foam pit and 'felt a hard floor or obstruction upon impact.' The lawsuit alleges the pit was only 2 feet deep with a hard bottom, failing to meet industry standards. No employees were nearby when Taddy was injured, and her friends had to help her out of the pit. Another customer then alerted staff, who called an ambulance.

  • The incident occurred on March 22, 2024.
  • The lawsuit was originally filed in Dauphin County Court of Common Pleas and then transferred to federal court on March 10, 2026.

The players

Makenna Taddy

A 21-year-old woman who sustained compression fractures in two vertebrae after jumping into a shallow foam pit at Get Air State College.

Get Air State College

The indoor trampoline park where the incident occurred.

Get Air Sports

The parent company of Get Air State College.

Carin A. O'Donnell

The attorney representing Makenna Taddy in the lawsuit.

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What they’re saying

“No employees were nearby when Taddy was injured, and her friends had to help her out of the pit. Another customer then alerted staff, who called an ambulance.”

— Carin A. O'Donnell, Taddy's attorney

What’s next

The judge will decide whether the case should proceed to formal mediation or binding arbitration, as requested by Get Air's attorney.

The takeaway

This lawsuit highlights the potential safety risks at trampoline parks and the need for strict industry standards to protect customers from serious injuries. The outcome could set an important precedent for how such facilities are required to maintain their equipment.