WORK has now started to build Dorset's first ever indoor trampoline park.

Construction workers are on site at Ferndown Industrial Estate to turn a double unit into a bouncing destination.

The venue will include an open jump area full of 70 trampolines, a dodgeball area, a foam pit and a Ninja assault course.

A mezzanine level will overlook the jump area with a viewing stand, a number of private party rooms and a cafe.

This is the inaugural site for new leisure company Activate.

The Weymouth-based family business is headed by husband and wife team Pam and Martin deWavrin and their daughter Sarah-Louise.

"It is really exciting at Activate at the moment," said Pam.

"The mezzanine for the cafe is under construction as are the party rooms, and the reception area is starting to take shape and the signs have also gone up."

According to Pam they are still on track for a mid July opening but are unable to confirm the date yet.

The 15,000 square foot park will be the first in the county – however there is a similar attraction in Southampton.

When fully functional the park will cater for 110 jumpers at any one time.

There is also a chance to join the Activate team with lots of full, part-time and summer jobs available.

"We are holding a special recruitment event this weekend (June 5 and 6)," added Pam.

"It's wonderful to be able to offer employment opportunities to the local community, obviously we have jobs for people with trampoline experience, but we also need baristas, receptionists and cleaners.

"There are opportunities for everyone."

The park will be for people of all ages and will cater to both adult and children’s exercise classes as well as the traditional free jumping.

To find out more go to the Facebook page Activate Trampoline Park Ferndown.