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Rhythm jump rope. Jump along with the music and have fun!

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Deputy Editor of RAG MUSIC. JFC-certified fact-checker. I’m Sasashina, a mom currently raising an elementary schooler and a preschooler. During my student years at Kyoto College of Science and Technology, I studied a wide range of fields including sound, lighting, and video technology, building a foundation in comprehensive stage production and creative expression. After graduation, I joined a music production company, where I still work, consistently building experience in production and engaging in a variety of music-centered tasks. Currently, I mainly handle articles for children, drawing on what I’ve learned about parenting and what I feel and discover through daily interactions with my kids. I hope my work can be of help to you, even in a small way!

“Rhythm Jump Rope” is a popular event at sports festivals.

It’s fun because there are so many ways to express yourself—jumping to the music, performing choreography with the rope, and more.

In this article, we’ll introduce tips for rhythm jump rope, age-appropriate choreography, and popular songs you can use.

It’s great not only for sports festivals but also for school presentations and PE classes.

Since jumping to the music from the start can be challenging, first master each individual movement, then practice along with the music.

Rhythm jump rope. Let’s jump and have fun to the music! (21–30)

Connect!Girls² & Ohagirls

Dance Skip! Let’s try dancing east²’s “Connect!”♪

Connect!Girls2 & Ohagirl

Many children probably watch the popular show “Ohast.” The idol group Girls² Ohagirl, which was born from that show, has songs that are hugely popular among kids as go-to tracks for rhythm jump rope.

Among them, the song “Tsunagu” is especially popular.

It has a pop sound and is crafted so you can show off your skills in rhythm.

By the way, the jump rope itself, which has a built-in speaker that plays this track, is also popular.

If you’re interested, be sure to check it out.

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JoyfulJAY’S GARDEN

Enjoy with rhythm jump rope!!

JoyfulJAY'S GARDEN

Why not have fun doing rhythm jump rope to the J-POP group JAY’S GARDEN’s song “Joyful”? The group hails from Tokorozawa City, Saitama Prefecture, and serves as tourism ambassadors for the city.

By incorporating jump-rope tricks like figure-eight turns, two-foot jumps, jogging steps, hopping on one foot, and criss-cross cycle jumps, you can enjoy a lively session without getting bored.

The song has a relaxed, not-too-intense groove, so even beginners can enjoy rhythm jump rope.

Give it a try!

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[Middle Grades / Beginner] We Are Children of the Sea

From “CD Fun Rhythm Jump Rope” [Middle Grades · Beginner] ‘We Are Children of the Sea’

[Middle Grades / Beginner] We Are Children of the Sea

“Ware wa Umi no Ko” (I Am a Child of the Sea), which is also included among Japan’s 100 Selected Songs.

How about enjoying some rhythmic jump rope to that beautiful melody? One fun point is being able to show off one move after another to a slightly brisk tempo.

In the first half, try quick single-unders and running steps; in the second half, challenge yourself with backward swings and hopping on one foot with backward swings.

By the way, the version included on the CD ‘Tanoshii Rhythm Nawatori’ has a slightly faster tempo, which makes it possible to jump even more rhythmically.

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[Upper Grades • Beginner] Beloved Stone-Baked Sweet Potatoes

[From “CD Fun Rhythm Jump Rope”] [Upper Grades · Beginner] My Beloved Stone-Baked Sweet Potatoes

[Upper Grades • Beginner] Beloved Stone-Baked Sweet Potatoes

It might be a good idea to try rhythm jump rope to the energetic, fast-paced song “Itoshi no Ishiyakiimo.” Start with a slightly brisk single swing–single jump, then branch out into running steps, front swings, and single-leg jumps.

The key is to showcase your skills in a smooth flow.

Pay attention to things like the timing of when to move into the next skill.

There’s a unique appeal here that goes beyond simply stringing tricks together.

After working with this track, you may even feel inspired to come up with your own combinations.

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[Middle Grades · Advanced] Wave-Riding Swimming

From “CD Fun Rhythm Jump Rope” [Middle Grades · Advanced]: Wave-Riding Swimming

[Middle Grades · Advanced] Wave-Riding Swimming

If you want to gradually warm up your body, “Wave-Riding Swimming” is also recommended.

In the first half, you start by touching your knee with the opposite elbow, then go straight into a full-turn jump.

After that, you progress through slightly more complex tricks like the crisscross jump, and then move on to moves such as the alternating-foot crisscross and the crossed alternating-foot jump.

A key feature is that you can take on new skills step by step within a single song.

The pop sound will boost your mood.

If you know the original lyrics, you might be able to jump with even more energy.

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In conclusion

Have you found any songs or choreographies that made you think, “I want to jump to this song,” or “I think I can do this choreography”? Rhythm jump rope is fun and a great workout, so it’s also recommended for times when you just want to move your body a bit.

You’re free to choose any music, so try matching it with your favorite songs and come up with your own original choreography!