Jump rope/Double Dutch

Small group game practicing focus and jumping.

• Set Up

  • lay out 2 large jump ropes

• Equipment

  • 2 large jump ropes

• Objective

  The goal of the game is to jump over the rope without it touching you as many times in a row as possible.

• Directions

  1. The turners each hold one end of the rope and face each other; when turning the rope, the rope should be arched and touch the ground in the center. 

  2. The jumper stands in the middle. 

  3. After a jumper has completed their turn they take the place of the turner, and the turner goes to the end of the line. 

  4. Do-overs are not allowed; once a turn has ended, the player needs to go to their designated spot. 

• Variations

  • Jump rope rhymes are endlessly available online. 

  • Create two teams and see how many jumps each team can get.

  • Try Mousetrap  for more participants to go at once

• Coaching Points

  • Have players start with one rope 1st

  • Have players start slow and gradually get faster

Reflection: Relationship Skills & Self-Awareness

1. How did you think you worked as a team?

2. What strategies did you use to be successful in this game?

3. Who can you shout out?