The intangible cultural heritage fitness sport of Shaanxi Province is pattern rope skipping.
Fancy Rope Skipping, as a sport with a long history, originated as a folk game in ancient China. Over time, it evolved into the competitive sport we know today. This sport not only tests the athletes' physical fitness and coordination, but also demonstrates the unique charm of traditional Chinese culture.
In addition, synchronized rope skipping has a high ornamental value. At the competition site, the audience can see the athletes' posture, like butterflies, shuttling between the ropes. This kind of beautiful picture reminds people of the ancient people's desire and pursuit of a better life.
Of course, figure skipping is not only a competitive sport, but also a way of life. By practicing synchronized rope skipping, people can exercise and enhance their physical fitness, as well as develop a good mental quality. In the fast-paced modern life, synchronized rope skipping provides us with a relaxing and enjoyable way to reduce stress.
Sports Characteristics
Figure Rope Skipping contains 12 categories, more than 60 sets of rope paths, more than 300 kinds of jumping methods, which is suitable for square collective performance. Generally, the common practitioners are mostly "primary eight sets of rope" (suitable for beginners and plaza practice): namely, four basic skills, rope skipping eight exercises, rope skipping dance, marching rope skipping and rope formation, fitness rope skipping drill, jumping rope, jumping rope, rope skipping, and rope dance exercises. The "Beginner's Eight Rope Routines" are often performed to the music of the "Rope Skipping Song".
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