About
Established in 2004, Punk Rope blends jump rope and creative fitness drills powered by themed playlists.
Students range in age from 8 to 88 and come in all shapes and sizes.
Our goal is to deliver the most enjoyable and effective fitness experience possible.
Punk Rope can help improve your:
• coordination & agility
• cardio & bone density
• mobility & balance
• strength & speed
Learning to jump rope can be daunting at first, but with good coaching and practice, we’re confident you’ll pick it up quickly. Our YouTube tutorials can help.
Jump with us on Wednesdays from 7-8pm at the 14th St Y in New York City.
In addition to Punk Rope classes for the public, we offer:
• corporate fitness classes and clinics
• jump rope lessons
• a jump rope instructor certification
• double unders seminars for CrossFits
• jump rope workshops for PE teachers
• the annual Punk Rope Games
For more information about any of the above services, please email Punk Rope founder, Tim Haft.
Punk Rope prioritizes giving back. We’ve collaborated with numerous charitable organizations including the Afterschool Corporation, the American Cancer Society, the American Heart Association, City Harvest, DOVE, the Food Bank, HealthCorps, the Huairou Commission, the International Rescue Committee, lost n found, Morrisania WIC, Mothers Across America, myFace, New Orleans Bulldog Rescue, Sustainable South Bronx, TEAL, and Willie Mae Rock Camp, among others.
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Jump Ropes
Our classic 5mm PVC jump rope with 5-inch smooth-turning handles is rated 5 out of 5 stars by the American Council on Exercise and Jump Rope Veteran.
The cord is hefty enough to provide good sensory feedback, but light enough for speed jumpers.
We also offer a 6mm PVC jump rope for those seeking a more intense workout as well as for those having difficulty establishing their rhythm and timing.
Our colorful ropes are available in 5 sizes to accommodate jumpers up to 6’ 4”, but can be easily shortened via the included snap lock. They’re appropriate for all skill levels.
Order 10 ropes or more and get 25% off with the code BULKDISCOUNT.
”Just received my ropes and I’m jumping better than before instantly. My wife is enjoying her rope too. We’re going to start jumping together. The sizing was super perfect. Your ropes turn like an out-of-control carousel....in other words GREAT!!!! Thank you so much for your great videos and great products.” —G. Rouse
Certification
The Jump Rope Instructor Certification is the ideal credential if you want to launch a jump rope class, offer private jump rope lessons, or level up your own jump rope game.
Through the certification, you’ll learn how to teach the basics of jump rope including proper grip, timing, turning mechanics, injury prevention, rope sizing and selection, plus how to perform 15 of the most effective jump rope steps to improve fitness.
We offer a home study option ($129) and an in-person option ($199). The minimum number of participants for the in-person option varies by location.
Both options include CEUs from NASM (.9) and AFAA (9), as well as a free listing on the Punk Rope website. Currently, here are more than 1,300 certified Punk Rope jump rope instructors around the globe.
There are no certification renewal requirements or maintenance fees.
The in-person option, led by Punk Rope creators, Tim Haft and Shana Brady, includes five hours of instruction plus a master class. Each participant receives a jump rope and a wrist trainer. Host staff receive a $50 discount ($149 per person instead of $199). Attendees will leave with the knowledge necessary to launch their own Punk Rope class. For information on hosting a certification, contact Tim Haft at 646-263-9128 or punkrope@gmail.com.
Our Team
Tim Haft
Tim is the founder and president of Punk Rope. He’s certified as a personal trainer by the American Council on Exercise and holds additional certifications from Precision Nutrition, USA Track & Field, USAFIT, TRX, ISCA (kettlebells), and Resist-A-Ball. Since 1998, Tim has been offering one-on-one and group fitness training to clients of all ages and fitness levels.
Shana Brady
Punk Rope's director of training since 2005, Shana holds a BS degree in exercise physiology plus certifications from the American Council on Exercise, the American College of Sports Medicine, the National Academy of Sports Medicine, and Functional Movement Systems (FMS). She has extensive experience training active older adults well into their 80s.
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• Heather Wagner for graphic design
• Tom Egan for photography
• The Source Unlimited for printing
• Cheapest Buttons for pins
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