Game Description:
A variation of skipping. Improves jumping and coordination! All you need is a large piece of elastic material. (See thumbnail and video)
Objective:
To complete the pattern by jumping in, on and over the rope.
Game Rules:
Have two people stand a few feet away with an elastic band around their ankles. Select one participant to come to the middle and complete a jumping pattern called out by the leader.
Progression (optional):
Move the elastic rope higher to increase the difficulty.
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Videos:
Age:
4 to 6 years
7 to 9 years
10 to 12 years
Type of Activity:
Multi-skill game
Warm up/Cool down
Space Needed:
Small Space (Hall, Furnished Room)
Equipment Needed:
Low Key (Balls, Balloons, Skipping ropes, Hoops)
How Many Leaders are Needed:
Only 1
2 Leaders
How Big of a Group is Needed:
Small group (3-5 kids)
Medium group (6 - 15 kids)
Types of Skills Practiced:
Agility
Balance
Coordination
Jump
Rhythm
