The Greeks Spotlight on Ancient Greeks The Mycenaeans and Homer Greek Settlements The Land of Greece The City-State, Athens Democracy The City at War Naval Warfare Religion and the Gods Temples The Olympic Games The Family Home Greek Women Education Symposium Theaters and Actors Craftsmen Illness and Death Learning and Inventions	Jumping Weights The long jump was the only Greek jumping event. It may have been a double or triple jump. The competitor carried weights that he swung forward to gain momentum as he took off.   Previous: Back Book: The Greeks Section: Spotlight on Ancient Greeks Chapter: The Olympic Games