These 5 Pinoy Jump Rope Advocates Will Encourage You to Take the Leap

Who would’ve thought that a childhood game would become this cool in the eyes of an adult? The antithesis of locked-up gyms during the pandemic, jumping rope has resurrected its popularity among those who wanted to crack their muscles and sweat out while cooped up at home. We think the simplicity of this childhood game continues to be its main selling point. All you need are a jumping rope—which costs less than P300—a decent pair of rubber shoes, and enough space for you to, er, jump around.

But unlike our jump rope days on the sidewalk or in the schoolyard, the adult version is more sophisticated with fancy tricks and footwork. It can be quite competitive, too. To inspire you to get moving, follow these names in the Philippine jump rope community.

Erwin Jeremy Ng

Erwin founded Jump Manila (@jumpmanila), a brand at the forefront of the local jumping rope scene. He and Jump Manila will teach you the basics of skipping rope and guide you through the sports’ techniques and technicalities in a way that won’t get you intimidated and discouraged even if you stumble on your first try. Erwin, then overweight, started to jump rope in 2016 and fell in love with the cardio workout. This all-around fitness geek is also into Spartan races and marathons. He is the Philippine Jump Rope Association’s (PJRA) vice president for events.

Andro Amador

No matter where he is, Andro brings his rope with him. Be it in front of the ocean or on top of rocks, you’ll catch him moving all ways with his strand. He is an advocate of rope flow, an offshoot of jumping rope that takes some elements from the Maori culture’s poi dance. Rope flow highlights beautiful handplays that promote rhythm, body coordination, and timing.

Rob Layco

A nurse by profession, Rob discovered his passion for jump ropes when he was cross-training as an amateur boxer. He eventually created The Flight PH (@theflightph) known for its beaded jump ropes just as the country enforced a strict lockdown in May 2020. Now, you can spot Rob doing fancy rope tricks in a parking lot, along the streets, and even with the Sydney Opera in the background.

CAREN

Caren only began doing jump ropes in January 2021 and has since gained a steady following on her social media accounts, thanks to her easy-to-follow routines. She often accompanies her 15-second videos with a catchy pop song as an added motivation to get you moving. If you fancy dancing, Caren’s footwork and tricks are right up your alley.

Ellen Adarna

When God showered blessings, this girl was probably carrying a bucket. Because seriously, anything she decides to do, she does great! And jump rope is just one of the many on her list. This workout kept her busy during the pandemic, inspiring others to share their own skipping journey on social media. Ellen launched Adarna rope in partnership with Rope Flow Philippines not only to promote the workout but to help orphans by donating a portion of their sales.