Jump Rope for Heart

Jump Rope for Heart and Hoops for Heart are sponsored by the Indiana Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance and the American Heart Association. These community service programs have many benefits: increased physical activity, support of cardiovascular research, and improved student learning. Use the navigation to read more about the benefits of rope jumping.

Jump Rope for Heart and Hoops for Heart aims to educate Hoosier children and youth on the need for lifelong physical activity and the awareness of health-related physical fitness.

The funds collected are used to support cardiovascular research and public education programs conducted by the American Heart Association. In addition, participating schools earn points to buy physical education equipment and health education materials.

All Indiana teachers who participate in one or both of these programs and raise at least $1000.00, receive a complimentary one-year membership (upon submission of membership form) from IAHPERD in thanks for their support. In addition, Coordinators of Jump Rope for Heart (JRFH) or Hoops for Heart (HFH) events are able to request funding for projects designed to enhance health, physical education, recreation, and/or dance within the school and/or community setting. Read more about our JRFH /HFH Incentive Award.