Jump Rope Athletics

🚀 Exciting News, JRA Family! 🎥🎉

We’re thrilled to announce the official launch of JRA’s YouTube Channel! 🥳🔥 Get ready for behind-the-scenes action, competition highlights, training tips, and inspiring stories from our talented jumpers and coaches.

📲 Hit that SUBSCRIBE button and turn on notifications so you never miss a beat! 🛎️

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Let’s build our JRA community online—like, comment, share, and show your support as we take Double Dutch to new heights! 🌟💪

🎁 Taking a little time to unwind with the team before the holidays! We made friendship bracelets and scrunchies (turns out they’re so easy to make). The music was blasting, and we had a blast—I was having so much fun, I forgot to take more pictures.

But that’s what it’s all about: making memories and enjoying the moment. 🪢 Wishing everyone a wonderful holiday season filled with love, laughter, and special moments with family and friends. Make those memories count! what did you are your team do to end the season?

✨ Get ready for the ultimate TikTok Party! ✨

📅 Date: September 20, 2024
⏰ Time: 6-9 PM
🎟 Ages: 9-13
💰 Cost: Just $20!

🎉 Calling all kids! Join us for an evening filled with TikTok challenges, dancing, games, and delicious food! It’s the perfect night for fun and making new friends!

And parents, we’ve got you covered too—enjoy a well-deserved date night while we take care of the fun. Spots are limited, so make sure to DM us to reserve your spot today!
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Stay tuned for our Day of Double Dutch with JRA in our community! We jumped, laughed and learned the sport. We can say they all had an awesome time!
How fast do you think you can learn Double Dutch?

Join us this Saturday!

🚨 **Calling All Double Dutch Enthusiasts!** 🚨

Are you passionate about Double Dutch? Do you want to be part of something bigger and help shape the future of this incredible sport? Now is the time to step up and become a Double Dutch coach!

With Double Dutch being showcased on the global stage at the Paris Olympics, we are more motivated than ever to ensure we are prepared—and to prepare future coaches—for the world stage at LA28! 🌍🏆

We’ve created resources to help you get started. Our **ebook** is the perfect introduction to launching your own youth competitive Double Dutch team, filled with practical tips and strategies. And if you’re looking for inspiration, check out our book, **”For the Love of Double Dutch: Jump Rope Athletics (JRA) - A Double Dutch Dream Begins.”** It’s a must-read for anyone passionate about the sport! You can purchase from our website www.jraatlanta.com

Join the ranks of dedicated coaches and help us bring Double Dutch to new heights. Whether you’re an experienced jumper or new to the game, there’s a place for you in this growing community. Together, we can prepare the next generation of athletes for LA28 and beyond!

Ready to take the leap? Visit our website to learn more about becoming a coach, and let’s make history together! 📚✨

— with Robin Bryant and Laila Little-Omosawe.

We are back from Paris 🇫🇷! Get ready to see what we were up to while at the Double Dutch /Jump Rope Engagement at the Olympics y’all! This trip was significant in so many ways we are excited to tell! Make sure you set your notifications for more. Make sure you ♥️, comment, share!
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🎉🎂 Happy 10th Birthday, Amani! 🎂🎉

We don’t want this day to go by without wishing you all the best on your double digit day!

You’re a true star and an amazing captain of our mini’s team here at JRA. Your energy, dedication, and passion inspire us all. We’re so proud of everything you’ve achieved and can’t wait to see what the future holds for you. Keep shining, jumping, and leading with that incredible spirit!

Enjoy your special day to the fullest! 🎈✨

Day 4️⃣ has been nothing short of amazing for .doubledutch and ! We met new friends, and one of the Paris B-Boys from the Breakdance team chilled, and jumped with us. The energy and excitement in the air are contagious, and we’re thrilled to be part of this historic event. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to showcase the art of Double Dutch and connect with incredible talent from around the world.

🪢Day 2️⃣ we are having a blast at the 2024 Olympic City! We jumped and had a great time at the park. The weather is beautiful and so are we 🤩☀️🪢

🪢Why We Do This Thing Called Double Dutch🪢

At JRA, Double Dutch is more than just a sport – it’s a community, a family, and a whole lot of fun. The joy and excitement we see in the kids’ faces when they master a new skill or perform in front of an audience are what drive us every day.

We love teaching, mentoring, and having fun with Double Dutch. It’s about building confidence, fostering teamwork, and creating lasting memories. As we prepare for Paris, we keep all the kids we teach in mind, knowing that their dedication and love for the sport could one day take them to the big stage too.

With just 1️⃣ day and a wake-up until we fly to Paris for the Jump to Paris with NADDO, we’re filled with anticipation and pride. Thank you for being part of our journey and for supporting us every step of the way. Drop a 💚💙 and show your love for the sport!

📸✨ History of Double Dutch ✨📸

Share your favorite Double Dutch moment with us!

As we prepare for our journey to Paris, we want to celebrate the rich history and origin of Double Dutch, a beloved jump rope game that has evolved over the centuries and found its place in urban areas across America and now the world stage. 🌍🪢

Double Dutch traces its roots back to Africa and has been historically played by black children, mainly girls, in both rural and urban American neighborhoods. The game saw its early days in medieval Europe, where children would roll hoops and jump rope on cobblestone streets. Early explorers also noted that aborigines used flexible bamboo and vines for jumping.

In the 1600s, Egyptians used vines for jumping, and over time, rope skipping became associated with girls who would chant rhymes while jumping. After World War II, Double Dutch thrived on the sidewalks of New York City. Using clothesline ropes, girls played under the watchful eyes of mothers and neighbors. Despite facing near extinction in the late 1950s due to societal changes, Double Dutch made a strong comeback and has even entered the realm of international competition in recent decades.

The essence of the game involves two children holding the ends of the rope and turning it while a third child jumps in the middle. The sport becomes even more challenging with tricks like hopping on one foot, flips, or performing pop-ups and mambos.

Double Dutch is more than just a game; it’s an excellent form of exercise as a sport and a testament to the enduring spirit of play and community. 🏆💪🏿



Feel free to explore this rich history and share your own Double Dutch memories with us! 🎉

Cited photos:
Photo: Chris Facey, Double Dutch story
Photos: Laila Little
Photo: The Double Dutch girls
Photo: The Fantastic Four
Photo: JRA