Jump Rope Primer Video (PAL-European Format), The
Please Note: This is PAL Format, not VHS. PAL Format is for use in European Countries only. Use NTSC or VHS Format for U.S. Orders. CONTENTS Part I: Introduction to Rope Jumping and the Ropics Program_ Chapter 1. Rope Jumping Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow A Brief History of Rope Jumping * Rope Jumping Today * The Future Chapter 2. The Benefits and Advantages of Rope Jumping Develops Total Fitness * Relieves Stress and Boosts Self-Esteem * Accessible to Nearly Everyone * Offers Variety and Fun! * Summary Chapter 3. Addressing the Complaints About Traditional Rope Jumping Complaint #1: Too Strenuous for Most Beginners * Ropics' Solution #1: Gradually Increase Intensity by Using Low-Impact Techniques * Complaint #2: Difficult to Learn * Ropics' Solution #2: Step-by-Step Instruction * Complaint #3: Lack of Motivating Goals * Ropics Solution #3: Progressive Technique Mastery * Summary Chapter 4. Learning the Ropes and Other Information Jump Ropes * Facilities * Floor Surfaces * Recommended Apparel * Music for Rope Jumping * Summary Part II: Illustrated Rope Jumping Techniques Chapter 5. Short Rope Techniques General Tips for Teaching or Learning Techniques * Level 1 (Beginning) Techniques * Level 2 (Intermediate) Techniques * Three Examples of Level 3 (Advanced Intermediate) Techniques Chapter 6. Long Rope Techniques Single Long Rope Techniques * Double Dutch Techniques Part III: Using the Jump Rope in Physical Education_ Chapter 7. Organizing Classes Before the Class * Setting Up Expectations: The Introduction * Organizing Students * Components of the Actual Class * Summary Chapter 8. A Sample Eight-Lesson Rope Jumping Unit Lesson 1: Short Rope * Lesson 2: Short Rope * Lesson 3: Short and Long Single Ropes * Lesson 4: Short and Long Single Ropes * Lesson 5: Short Rope, Long Single Rope, and Double Dutch * Lesson 6: Short Rope and Double Dutch * Lesson 7: Short Rope, Long Single Rope, and Double Dutch * Lesson 8: The Grand Finale * Evaluation Chapter 9. Games and Events Games * Tournaments * Noncompetitive Events * Summary Epilogue: Further Insights Into Rope Jumping ABOUT THE AUTHOR Ken Solis, MD, has been involved with rope jumping since 1979. He is the originator of the Ropics program, featured in numerous magazines and newspapers nationwide, as well as founder and executive director of Ropics, Inc. His research on aerobic requirements and heart rate responses to various rope jumping technique