The International Jump Rope Union (IJRU) is pleased to announce the sponsorship of Yuedong Sports in launching the IJRU Judge Infrastructure Initiative. The inaugural symposium took place 13–16 December 2023 in Shanghai, China. With the financial support of Yuedong, IJRU judging experts gathered to discuss and present key aspects of judge training, evaluation, and selection.  Throughout the symposium distinguished IJRU officials from across the globe delivered a series of presentations, sharing their insights on judge selection, analysis, and training. The symposium also featured work sessions geared towards identifying solutions for progress in the sport.

This initiative is sponsored with a generous contribution over five years from Yuedong Sports. This will also enable IJRU to systemically ensure greater judging accuracy and a positive judging culture for the sport of Jump Rope. The initiative was led by 6-time World Champion Dr. Kaylee Woodard, PhD. Dr. Woodard is a professor of motor learning and exercise science. IJRU will continue to work diligently with jump rope judging experts, IJRU NGBs and Continental organizations around the world to ensure our judges are adequately evaluated, trained and selected to do their best for our athletes.

2023 World Championship Sponsors

The IJRU 2023 World Jump Rope Championships were sponsored by Pepsi, Fly COS, Elite Jumps (Elite SRS), and Yuedong Jump. The USOPM partnered with IJRU by hosting the World Championship Gala, providing free admission to registered participants. .