# How can I work on Progressive Jumping with my child at home?

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Build progressive jumping at home by climbing one step at a time: bounce in place, jump down from a low step, jump forward over a line, then over low objects and to a target. Keep it to 5–10 minutes on a soft, non-slip surface, celebrate every try, and check in with a physiotherapist if your child isn't attempting jumps by around age 3.

*Big, two-footed jumps look like simple fun — but they are a milestone of strength, balance and brave coordination, and you can build them at home one playful step at a time.*

## In short
Progressive jumping means helping your child move gently from bouncing in place, to jumping down from a low step, to jumping forward and over small objects — adding a little challenge only once the easier step feels easy and safe. Most children begin jumping with both feet around 2–2.5 years, so keep it short, joyful and pressure-free. The trick is to celebrate every attempt and grow the difficulty slowly.

## How to practise it at home
Start where your child is confident, then climb the ladder one rung at a time:

- **Bounce in place** — hold both hands and bounce together to a song, so they feel their knees bend and spring. Knees bent, soft landings.
- **Jump down** — from a low, stable step or a thick book onto a soft mat, holding one hand at first, then letting go.
- **Jump forward** — over a flat ribbon or chalk line on the floor; widen the gap as they grow surer.
- **Jump over** — a rolled towel, then a low cushion, calling it "hop the river" or "jump the puddle".
- **Jump to a target** — into a hoop or onto a footprint sticker, which builds aim and control.

Keep sessions to 5–10 minutes, always on a non-slip surface with bare feet or grippy shoes, and clear the area of sharp edges. If a step feels too hard, drop back a rung — that is progress, not failure. Praise the *try*, not just the landing.

## When to check in
Every child blooms on their own timeline. A friendly word with your paediatrician or a [physiotherapy](/physiotherapy) team is worth it if your child isn't attempting jumps by around 3 years, often falls or seems very stiff or very floppy, tires unusually fast, or avoids using one side of the body. These are observations to share, not reasons to worry alone.

## The Pinnacle way
A clinical [AbilityScore®](/ask/what-is-the-abilityscore-and-how-is-it-calculated) and any diagnosis are formed only at a Pinnacle Blooms Network centre under qualified clinician care — a structured assessment that maps your child's motor strengths and next steps. Our therapists can show you how to grade [progressive jumping](/progressive-jumping) and other gross-motor skills so home practice and centre work pull in the same direction.

## Trusted sources
Guided by milestone guidance from the CDC's "Learn the Signs. Act Early." programme and the American Academy of Pediatrics' HealthyChildren resources on gross-motor play, alongside WHO healthy-development principles.

**Next step —** book a developmental assessment to get a personalised motor plan, or message our team on WhatsApp at +91 91001 81181.

This is general information, not a diagnosis — individual assessment and diagnosis require an appropriately qualified healthcare professional.

## Sources
- CDC — Learn the Signs. Act Early.: https://www.cdc.gov/child-development
- AAP HealthyChildren — gross-motor play: https://www.healthychildren.org
- WHO — child development: https://www.who.int

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