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Learn about Parkour, a French dicipline that combines running with gymnastics.
There are 16 videos in this series:
Learn about some of the history of Parkour, including some of the terminology used when discussing the sport.
Learn about some of the equipment you will want to use when practicing Parkour.
When you fall from a height greater than the height of your body, learn how to protect yourself by performing a roll while performing Parkour.
When practicing Parkour, learn how to perform a proper landing when you fall from a distance that doesn't necessitate a roll.
Learn about the "Monkey Walk" an exercise designed to get your body warmed up for practicing Parkour.
Learn about vaults, the most used of the Parkour movements.
Learn the Parkour vault know as the "Simple Vault"
Learn the Parkour vault known as the "Monkey Vault"
Learn the Parkour vault known as the "Kong Vault"
Learn the Parkour vault known as the "Lazy Vault"
Learn the Parkour vault known as the "Dash Vault."
Learn the Parkour vault known as the "Traveling Kong."
Learn how to perform a move called a "precision" when practicing Parkour.
Learn about how to perform the Parkour move known as "The Cat"
Learn differnt ways to perform "Wall Running" moves while practicing Parkour.
While not technically Parkour, these freestyle moves are often associate with the sport.
Parkour is thought of by some as a sport but it's founders consider it as more of a lifestyle and state of mind. Parkour is also known to some as free running, but regardless of what you choose to call it, it is amazing! Our expert, a founding member of Texas Parkour, is adept in this art. Watch this video series to learn all about this high flying art based partially off of gymnastics. Not only will you learn about the history of this sport but also watch as he demonstrates many different techniques. The Cat, the Kong vault and Wall Running are just a few of the techniques that you will see. You will also learn freestyle moves that, although not part of Parkour, are very popular amongst free running enthusiasts. Check out these techniques and learn more about this up-and-coming sport by watching these videos.
Matthew Willis Matthew Willis is a founding member of <a href="http://www.texasparkour.com">Texas Parkour</a>.dkdk
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