MEET OUR FOUNDER & HEAD COACH
TONI DICKERSON
Coach Toni has been involved in the sport of jump rope since 2004, developing experience in every aspect of the sport. As a national and world champion jumper, she has dedicated more than two decades to both competing and growing the sport she loves.
Throughout her career, Coach Toni has traveled across the United States and internationally teaching, coaching, and staffing jump rope workshops for athletes, coaches, schools, and organizations. Her experience has taken her around the world, helping develop athletes and programs while building connections through movement, leadership, and community.
As an Illinois homegrown world champion, Coach Toni created Illinois Jump Rope with a mission that is deeply personal — to give back to the state and communities that helped shape her journey. What began as a passion for jump rope has evolved into a vision focused on empowering youth, creating opportunities, and expanding the sport throughout Illinois.
Coach Toni believes jump rope is more than competition — it is a tool for confidence, discipline, inclusion, teamwork, and personal growth. Through Illinois Jump Rope, she is committed to building a positive and welcoming environment where every young person has the opportunity to learn, grow, and feel part of something bigger.
READY TO JUMP IN?
Have questions, want to book a performance or workshop, or ready to jump in and join the fun? We’d love to hear from you! Reach out to Illinois Jump Rope and our team will get back to you as soon as possible.

