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Jump Rope For Heart and Hoops For Heart are national programs jointly sponsored by the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD) and the American Heart Association (AHA).

AAHPERD and AHA



 What is Jump Rope For Heart

 

Jump Rope For Heart (JRFH) is a national fundraising program sponsored jointly by AAHPERD and the American Heart Association. JRFH is a valuable program that promotes physical activity, heart healthy living, and community service to children.  JRFH is targeted at students in elementary schools, but anyone can hold a program at their school, child care center, community center, or anywhere!

 

Jump Rope For Heart...
  • Is a fun event!
  • Promotes community service
  • Is an educational program for elementary school students
  • Raises money to fund lifesaving research and educational programs 
  • Teaches students to set and achieve goals and discover that they can make a difference!
The elementary school years encompass a time when children should establish a strong foundation for movement skills. These are also the years when positive learning experiences can help establish a positive attitude and appreciation for participating in regular, daily physical activity for life. The best reason of all to join this event is that kids love it! 

 

National program contacts:

Allison Davis

Joint Projects Program Manager

AAHPERD

1900 Association Dr.

Reston, VA 20191

800-213-7193, x481

703-476-9527 (fax)

adavis@aahperd.org

 

Leah Swanson

National Youth Market Director

American Heart Association

7272 Greenville Ave.

Dallas, TX 75231

214-706-1162

214-706-5251 (fax)

leah.swanson@heart.org