goba Sports Group
goba Sports Group is a Canadian outdoor play company founded in 2017 by Steve Holmes. Its core brand is Springfree Trampoline, the world's safest trampoline, and it also operates gobaplay for swing sets, climbing structures, and backyard games.
The Story
In 2017, Steve Holmes founded goba Sports Group as a unified portfolio for outdoor play brands, anchored by Springfree Trampoline. The group's name comes from "go outside, be active" — a ethos that shapes everything from engineering to retail.
The core brand, Springfree Trampoline, was established over 20 years ago as the world's safest trampoline. Rather than chasing commodity pricing, goba Sports Group vertically integrated design, engineering, manufacturing, logistics, warehousing, and end-user experience. That control let the company expand into swing sets, climbing structures, and backyard games through its gobaplay brand.
Today, goba Sports Group operates across the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Europe, and China. Its DGSH Sourcing division extends the same product development infrastructure to other companies, making goba a global hub for active-outdoor innovation.
Key Facts & Metrics
Products & Services
Springfree Trampoline Oval
Springless oval trampoline with FlexiNet safety enclosure and SoftEdge jumping mat. Designed for kids and families seeking the world's safest backyard trampoline.
gobaplay TitanFlex Swing Set Frame
Modular 6.7ft x 8.4ft metal swingset frame for backyard playgrounds. Heavy-duty construction supports active play; swings sold separately for customizable setups.
Springfree Trampoline Square
Springless square trampoline with safety enclosure net and SoftEdge jump surface. Multiple sizes available with optional add-on attachments for extended play.
gobaplay SummitPro Climbing Tower
8.4 ft outdoor playset combining climbing walls, slide, sandbox, and cornhole wall. 600 lb capacity, weather-resistant design for kids ages 6 and up.
Company Timeline
1990s — Springfree Trampoline invented
Dr. Keith Alexander invented Springfree Trampoline, establishing it as the world's safest trampoline over 20 years ago.
2017 — goba Sports Group Inc. formed
Steve Holmes founded goba Sports Group Inc. as a unified portfolio for outdoor play brands, with Springfree Trampoline as the core brand.
2023 — Expanded portfolio with new brands
goba Sports Group expanded its portfolio with new brands and product lines, including the launch of gobaplay for swing sets, climbing structures, and backyard games.
2025 — Featured on How I Built This Advice Line
Steve Holmes appeared on HIBT Advice Line Episode 734 to discuss goba Sports Group's mission and growth.