Jolly Express
Michael’s trackless train project connected a memorable family attraction with the railroad history of the Temecula Valley.
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Serving Southern California Since 1993
Our Story & Values
Behind Jolly Jumps is a story of partnership, hands-on work, and a family’s commitment to serving people well. Michael and Joy built the company together, and the foundation they created continues through Joy’s leadership today.
The foundation behind Jolly Jumps today.
Michael, his Chevy, the original Jolly Jumps logo, and the driveway of the family home. This photograph captures a part of our story that still matters deeply: his dedication and willingness to do the heavy lifting helped build the foundation of the company we know today.
Woman-Owned
Local Small Business
Serving Since 1993
Hands-On Leadership
- 1980 Michael and Joy work on their first small business together in the early years of their marriage.
- 1993 Jolly Jumps begins serving the community.
- 1997 Michael and Joy purchase Jolly Jumps and begin building it together.
- 1999 Michael, his Chevy, and the family driveway—an early chapter captured.
1980 · Their First Business Together
A Partnership Before Jolly Jumps
In the early years of their marriage, Michael and Joy were already working together on their first small business with Shaklee products. This 1980 photograph captures a working partnership that began long before Jolly Jumps became part of their lives.
They were a successful team in those younger years. The skills, experience, and confidence they developed together became part of the foundation they would bring to Jolly Jumps when they purchased it in 1997—17 years later.
Their story has always been about more than a business name. It is also the story of two people building a life, raising a family, sharing responsibilities, and bringing their willingness to work hard into what they created together.
1993 · 1997 · The Years That Followed
Built Together, One Day at a Time
Jolly Jumps began in 1993. Michael and Joy purchased the company in 1997 and spent the years that followed building it through everyday work: deliveries, orders, equipment preparation, and the details that help an event come together.
Equipment filled their home garage. They handled deliveries, orders, and event preparations themselves while growing their team. Michael’s dedication to the heavy lifting and hands-on work was central to those early years.
Together, Michael and Joy established standards that still guide us: dependable service, clean equipment, professional presentation, and treating people well. The company grew, but the care behind the work remained its foundation.
Michael’s Curiosity and Commitment
A Passion That Still Moves Us
Michael loved bringing new attractions to our corner of the country, and he found just as much enjoyment in the work of getting them here. Building, learning, traveling, and working alongside others were part of what made this company meaningful to him.
History Brought to Life
The Jolly Express Trackless Train was a personal passion. Michael wanted to honor our country’s rich history and the ingenuity of the Industrial Revolution. Modeled after the actual trains that once traveled through the Temecula Valley, his miniature trackless trains brought that interest to life in an experience families could share.
Finding Joy in the Work
Transporting equipment across the country was another part of the work he loved. The journey, the preparation, and the people involved mattered to him as much as the finished attraction. His enthusiasm helped shape a team that takes pride in the work and enjoys bringing it all together.
That spirit continues through Joy’s leadership and the people who carry it into our events today. The passion behind the scenes becomes the care, energy, and enjoyment our guests experience.
Built Together. Carried Forward.
Joy’s Hands-On Leadership
After Michael’s passing, Joy continued leading the company hands-on, honoring his memory through the care and commitment they brought to their work together. Today, Jolly Jumps remains a woman-owned business led by Joy Paul, CEO and Owner.
Joy stays closely involved in the daily work, from planning and client conversations to making decisions, solving problems, and supporting her team. Her vision is backed by tireless effort and a willingness to do the work that brings it to life.
That personal commitment remains at the heart of the company’s growth, quality, innovation, and the fun we bring to our clients.
“From the beginning, this company has been built on hard work, trust, follow-through, and a deep desire to serve people well.”
Work. Learning. Community.
A Ripple of Opportunity
From the early days, Michael and Joy wanted Jolly Jumps to create work opportunities for the people around them. Friends, neighbors, and their own children worked as employees, learning alongside one another and helping bring events to life. Michael enjoyed teaching and sharing what he knew, and he welcomed opportunities for his grandchildren to help and learn, too.
Today, Joy feels blessed to see that impact reach across generations. Her children and grandchildren have had opportunities to work as employees alongside people from many other families in the community. What connects the team is the work: showing up, learning, helping one another, and taking pride in a job done well.
The impact of that work reaches beyond a party or a delivery. It helps people develop skills, provide for loved ones, and build lasting relationships. Joy carries that responsibility into her daily decisions, working to sustain a dependable workplace and create meaningful opportunities for the people who rely on it.
Local Roots. New Ideas.
A Place Where Ideas Grow
Jolly Jumps has been a starting point for new attractions, educational experiences, and ways to serve events. That spirit of innovation continues through the brands and experiences connected to our company.
SchoolSide
Hands-on educational experiences bring discovery and participation directly to schools, helping students connect learning with real experiences.
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Mobile marine experiences bring live sea life and ocean discovery to schools, community gatherings, and special events.
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Event rentals, attractions, entertainment, and food services come together to support corporate, community, and special events.
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What Our Values Look Like
Our values guide the everyday details: how we prepare equipment, communicate with customers, support our coworkers, and take responsibility for our work.
Dependability
We plan carefully, show up prepared, and take our commitments seriously. Following through matters, whether we are helping with a backyard birthday or a large community celebration.
Clear Communication
We work to make expectations clear, answer questions, and keep customers and coworkers informed. Good planning starts with listening and paying attention to the details.
Care & Quality
Clean, disinfected equipment and professional presentation are part of the standard we work to uphold. We care about how our equipment arrives and how our team represents the company.
Integrity
We value honesty, accountability, and doing the right thing. That includes taking responsibility for our work and addressing concerns with respect and a willingness to help.
Kindness & Respect
How people are treated matters. We aim to bring patience, courtesy, and consideration to our interactions with customers, guests, teammates, and the communities we serve.
Teamwork
Great events take people working together. We value a willingness to help where needed, share knowledge, learn new skills, and support one another in getting the job done well.
Care for Our People
Our commitment to care extends to the people who work here and the families who depend on them. We want team members to feel supported, valued, and encouraged as they learn and grow.
That care goes hand in hand with professional expectations: dependability, accountability, clear communication, and respect for one another. We believe a strong team helps us serve our customers well.
YOUR Trusted PARTNER IN FUN for more than 30 years.
For more than 30 years, Jolly Jumps has been helping schools, cities, churches, companies, HOAs, and families throw unforgettable events across Southern California. From San Diego to Orange County, Los Angeles, the Inland Empire, Temecula, Murrieta, Menifee, Lake Elsinore, Riverside, Orange County, San Diego County, and beyond, we provide party rentals and event rentals that are fun, reliable, clean, and professionally handled from start to finish.
We offer one of the largest selections of bounce houses, water slides, obstacle courses, carnival rides, trackless trains, rock climbing walls, carnival games, interactive attractions, characters, entertainers, outdoor movie nights, and unique experiences anywhere in Southern California. Looking for something extra? We also offer one-of-a-kind attractions like the Traveling Tidepool, laser tag, mobile escape rooms, Ferris wheels, snow play, and more.
Every piece of equipment is inspected, disinfected, and cleaned before and after each rental. Our office team is known for being meticulous with planning, timing, and event details, and our drivers maintain a 99% on-time arrival record. We handle delivery and setup, include essentials like extension cords and stakes or sandbags when needed, and provide 24/7 on-call support to help keep your event smooth, safe, and stress-free.
When people search for party rentals in Southern California, bounce house rentals near me, water slide rentals, event rentals, carnival rides, or corporate event entertainment, they choose Jolly Jumps because we do more than drop off equipment, we help bring the whole event to life.
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