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Oxford boy sets Kids World Record for longest jumping jacks attempt

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An Oxford youngster has achieved a new world record for the duration of continuous jumping jacks, marking an exceptional feat in the Kids World Records programme.

The accomplishment, formally verified on August 23, will appear in the 2027 edition of the Kids World Records publication.

Emile Hoffman, the chief executive of Kids World Records, commented that James demonstrated the kind of inventiveness and persistence that the organisation values.

The company expressed enthusiasm about integrating James into their community of young record holders.

The record will be showcased in the upcoming edition, with the hope that it encourages additional children worldwide to pursue ambitious goals.

James has been characterised as a spirited child with a passion for football and an appetite for fresh challenges.

This accomplishment reflects both his personal drive and the capabilities of young individuals from Oxford and other regions.

Kids World Records, established in 2020, functions as an international platform honouring the accomplishments of children between four and sixteen years old.

The organisation has documented young record breakers across more than 66 countries and is preparing to release its seventh annual publication in October 2026.

All submissions undergo evaluation by a Kids World Records official and receive confirmation from a senior judge.

Established criteria require that records be safe, measurable, verifiable, and reproducible.

Entry remains complimentary for families, educational institutions, and community groups.

Young people can upload their attempts digitally, obtain formal acknowledgment, and become part of an international network of aspiring record breakers.

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