How it works
The skipper stands between the two Double Dutch ropes before they start. The turners begin turning and the skipper jumps each rope as it comes round. The easiest way into Double Dutch.
skip-hop tipTurners count the skipper in so everyone starts together.
Coaching notes for Starting inside the Double Dutch ropes
Step-by-step teaching, common faults and how to fix them, class set-up and video.
- Teaching steps, the shape check and spot the fault
- Video with slow motion
- Class set-up, tips and a printable coaching card
Coaching notes and videos are part of the All-Access Skip Pass.
Where it fits
Starting inside the Double Dutch ropes
This skill isn't part of a Skipping Award yet but it's a great one for lessons, clubs and playtimes.
In the scheme of work
Where this skill is taught in the skip-hop scheme of work.
- UKS2Lesson 5: Double DutchTricks, Teams and Double Dutch · Years 5 and 6
What you need
One rope for 1–3 skippers; both for double dutch. skip-hop ropes are designed specifically for the skills shown on this site.
SEND and inclusion
Make it work for everyone
Ideas for pupils with SEND, and for anyone who finds starting inside the Double Dutch ropes hard. Change one thing at a time.
What usually makes it hard: Two ropes and two rhythms.
- TaskStart with one rope only.
- CommunicationThe turners count the skipper in, as the skip-hop tip says.
- EquipmentBeaded ropes give two sounds to jump to.
Seated or no-jump version. Turn one end. Turning Double Dutch well is a skill in its own right.
An adapted pass is still a pass on the Skipping Awards. Use your own judgement and each pupil’s care plan. More in SEND and inclusion at skip-hop. Pupil struggling to get started? Try Lee’s tips for pupils who are struggling to skip.