When is World Jump Day?

Thursday July 20th

People from around the world are encouraged to jump simultaneously every year on July 20th. The intention behind the initial observance was to have millions of people jump at the same time in order to change the Earth's orbit.

World Jump Day - July 20

The primary aim of World Jump Day was to help combat global warming. Global warming could be reduced by changing the Earth's orbit, according to some. Changes in Earth's orbit, according to some scientists, could have a negative effect on climate change. However, it is unproven that millions of people leaping at the same time would make a difference in Earth's orbit.

Jumping has some well-known benefits, but there are some established benefits of jumping. Some of these benefits include:: The following are examples of those that have been cited: