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Jump Start!

You do not need fancy tricks to begin. Start with control, rhythm, and good form.

YOUR FIRST 3 MOVES

Single Bounce.MOV

01

Basic Bounce

Keep both feet together, jump only 1-2 inches, and land softly on the balls of your feet. Goal: 20 relaxed jumps in a row.

Alternate foot.mov

02

Alternate-Foot Step

Shift your weight from one foot to the other like jogging in place. Goal: 20 controlled alternating jumps.

Side swing demo.mov

03

Side Swing to Jump

Swing the rope beside your body once, then open it and jump. Goal: 5 smooth side-swing entries.

FORM TIP: Keep your elbows close to your sides and turn the rope with your wrists - not your whole arms.

BEFORE YOU MOVE ON
  • Rope sized correctly
  • Relaxed shoulders
  • Soft, quiet landings
  • Eyes forward
  • 20 basic bounces without stopping

WHAT'S NEXT?

Build endurance to 50 basic bounces

Learn crossovers and backward jumping

Join a clinic or lesson for coaching and community

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