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SHSID High School Rope Skipping Competition Jumps to a Strong Finish

April 13, 2026

After an exciting series of class preliminaries and a thrilling final round, the Shanghai High School International Division (SHSID) High School Jump Rope Competition came to a successful close, followed by a formal awards ceremony.

Open to all students from Grades 9 to 12, the competition centered around three key themes—speed, teamwork, and creativity. Through four different events, students showcased their diversity, confidence, and energetic spirit.


The competition was divided into two stages: preliminaries and finals. During the preliminary stage, each class held internal selections, with students giving their all to earn a place in the finals. After multiple rounds of competition, top-performing individuals and teams from each grade advanced, demonstrating their jump rope skills on the final stage.








Four engaging events were featured, combining both individual performance and team collaboration:

One-Minute Individual Skipping tested speed and endurance, with students demonstrating strong coordination and rhythm as they progressed from early missteps to smooth, continuous jumping.

Team Single Rope Event highlighted coordination and unity, as 12-member teams worked in sync, with rope turners and jumpers seamlessly cooperating. What began as chaotic attempts gradually transformed into fluid, well-timed sequences, showcasing the power of teamwork.

Double Dutch emphasized technique and consistency, with participants navigating between two ropes. From frequent stumbles to confident execution, competitors pushed toward the maximum continuous time, aiming for the full three-minute score.

One-Minute Freestyle was highly entertaining, as students incorporated creative movements and advanced tricks. Their expressive performances drew enthusiastic applause from the crowd.

Teachers also joined the action, forming long-rope teams and competing alongside students, further energizing the atmosphere.










During the awards ceremony, the school recognized outstanding individuals and teams across all events, celebrating their determination and excellent performances. Through the competition, students not only strengthened their physical fitness and built friendships, but also learned perseverance—growing from inexperience to confidence and enjoying the rewards of progress.

This jump rope competition was more than just a test of speed and skill—it was a celebration of teamwork and vitality. SHSID High School will continue to offer diverse and engaging sports activities, using sport to inspire passion, energize campus life, and support the all-round development of every student.







(Written by Ms. Xu Yuechao, Mr. Lawman    Pictures by Media Group, Mr. Sun Hao, Mr. Hong Miao Reviewed by Mr. Hong Miao)