About
My name is Tim Haft. I created Punk Rope in 2004 because I believe people need to move more, play more, and connect more.
Punk Rope blends jump rope, calisthenics, and fitness games. It can improve your:
• coordination & agility
• cardio & bone density
• mobility & balance
• strength & speed
Although learning to jump rope can be intimidating at first, a good coach can put you at ease and with consistent practice you’ll improve quickly. Our YouTube tutorials can help.
In addition to Punk Rope classes, we offer:
• a jump rope instructor certification
• jump rope clinics, seminars, and workshops
• jump rope lessons
• the annual Punk Rope Games
For more information about any of the above, please email me or call 646-263-9128.
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Jump Ropes
Our classic 5mm PVC jump ropes with 5-inch smooth-turning handles are rated 5 out of 5 stars by the American Council on Exercise and Jump Rope Veteran.
The 5mm 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. This heavier rope is also ideal for those having difficulty establishing their rhythm and timing.
Our jump 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
There are more than 1,300 Punk Rope-certified Jump Rope Instructors across 33 countries. We began certifying instructors in 2005.
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 all 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.
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. 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.
Big thanks to:
• Heather Wagner for graphic design
• Tom Egan for photography
• The Source Unlimited for printing
• Cheapest Buttons for pins
• Econo Graphics for t-shirts
Support Punk Rope
For more than 20 years we've organized countless fundraisers for disaster relief and provided low-cost and/or pro bono jump rope classes, clinics, and workshops to numerous nonprofit 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. It's your contributions that make this work possible so thank you! If you like what we do and how we do it, we invite you to consider supporting us via Patreon. Options range from $3/month to $6/month to $9/month. Each option includes an annual phone or Zoom fitness consultation (30 min, 60 min, or 90 min) with Punk Rope founder, Tim Haft.
