Advanced Tricks
Progress beyond the basics with these advanced techniques. Master each trick in order—they build on one another.
Side Swings
Beginner-IntermediateSwing the rope to one side without jumping, then switch sides. This builds wrist control and sets the foundation for crossovers.
Tutorial Image: Side Swings
Progression Steps:
1. Start Position
Hold both handles in one hand at your side, rope hanging down.
2. Swing Motion
Use your wrist to swing the rope in a circular motion beside your body. The rope should create a clean arc.
3. Switch Sides
Transfer both handles to the other hand and repeat. Practice alternating: swing right, swing left, jump, repeat.
How to do Side Swings - Jump Rope Tutorial
Swing the rope to one side without jumping, then switch sides. This builds wrist control and sets the foundation for crossovers.
Start Position
Hold both handles in one hand at your side, rope hanging down.
Swing Motion
Use your wrist to swing the rope in a circular motion beside your body. The rope should create a clean arc.
Switch Sides
Transfer both handles to the other hand and repeat. Practice alternating: swing right, swing left, jump, repeat.
Double Unders
Intermediate-AdvancedPass the rope under your feet twice in a single jump. Requires explosive power, precise timing, and fast wrist rotation.
Tutorial Image: Double Unders
Progression Steps:
1. Build Single-Jump Speed
Master fast single bounces first. Aim for 180+ RPM with perfect form before attempting doubles.
2. Jump Higher, Spin Faster
Jump 3-4 inches off the ground (higher than normal) and accelerate your wrist rotation. The rope must complete two full rotations before you land.
3. Timing Drill
Practice the pattern: single, single, double. This builds the rhythm needed for consecutive double unders.
4. Common Mistakes
Avoid "piking" (bending at the waist) or "donkey kicking" (kicking feet backward). Maintain vertical posture and tight core.
How to do Double Unders - Jump Rope Tutorial
Pass the rope under your feet twice in a single jump. Requires explosive power, precise timing, and fast wrist rotation.
Build Single-Jump Speed
Master fast single bounces first. Aim for 180+ RPM with perfect form before attempting doubles.
Jump Higher, Spin Faster
Jump 3-4 inches off the ground (higher than normal) and accelerate your wrist rotation. The rope must complete two full rotations before you land.
Timing Drill
Practice the pattern: single, single, double. This builds the rhythm needed for consecutive double unders.
Common Mistakes
Avoid "piking" (bending at the waist) or "donkey kicking" (kicking feet backward). Maintain vertical posture and tight core.
The Cross
AdvancedCross your arms in front of your body mid-jump, creating a loop to jump through. The signature move of advanced jump ropers.
Tutorial Image: The Cross
Progression Steps:
1. Master Side Swings First
You must be comfortable with side swings before attempting crosses. The arm motion is similar.
2. The Cross Motion
As the rope passes overhead, quickly cross your arms at the elbows (right over left or vice versa). Your hands should be at opposite hips.
3. Jump Through the Loop
The crossed arms create a smaller loop. Jump through it, then immediately uncross your arms for the next rotation.
4. Progression Pattern
Start with: jump, cross, jump, jump. Gradually increase: jump, cross, cross, jump. Elite level: consecutive crosses.
How to do The Cross - Jump Rope Tutorial
Cross your arms in front of your body mid-jump, creating a loop to jump through. The signature move of advanced jump ropers.
Master Side Swings First
You must be comfortable with side swings before attempting crosses. The arm motion is similar.
The Cross Motion
As the rope passes overhead, quickly cross your arms at the elbows (right over left or vice versa). Your hands should be at opposite hips.
Jump Through the Loop
The crossed arms create a smaller loop. Jump through it, then immediately uncross your arms for the next rotation.
Progression Pattern
Start with: jump, cross, jump, jump. Gradually increase: jump, cross, cross, jump. Elite level: consecutive crosses.
Rope Manipulation
AdvancedAdvanced techniques including releases, wraps, and behind-the-back passes. Requires complete rope mastery.
Tutorial Image: Rope Manipulation
Progression Steps:
1. Handle Releases
Mid-swing, release one handle, let it spin, and catch it. Start with side swings, progress to overhead releases.
2. Arm Wraps
Wrap the rope around your arm mid-rotation, then unwrap and continue jumping. Requires precise timing and rope length control.
3. Behind-the-Back
Pass one handle behind your back to the opposite hand. Combine with crosses for advanced combos.
How to do Rope Manipulation - Jump Rope Tutorial
Advanced techniques including releases, wraps, and behind-the-back passes. Requires complete rope mastery.
Handle Releases
Mid-swing, release one handle, let it spin, and catch it. Start with side swings, progress to overhead releases.
Arm Wraps
Wrap the rope around your arm mid-rotation, then unwrap and continue jumping. Requires precise timing and rope length control.
Behind-the-Back
Pass one handle behind your back to the opposite hand. Combine with crosses for advanced combos.