What is Parkour?
Parkour is very basically the art of movement where participants (otherwise known as 'Free-runners') use objects within their urban surroundings, to create new and interesting ways of moving. It encompasses running, jumping, vaulting and climbing to overcome these obstacles, where the ultimate aim is to do so in the most fluid and flowing way possible.
Where and when did it start?
Many people argue that the movements have existed since the beginning of man, but the actual art was born and developed back in the 1980's in Lisse, France. It started off as a group of kids messing about but then took on a serious edge that was geared towards military style obstacle coursing. Two of the most prominent of that group were Sebastien Foucan and David Belle but many media articles, other websites and general practitioners are totally unaware that the art was formed and nurtured by a bigger group of people.
Source : http://www.urbanfreeflow.com
How can I get into Parkour?
The beauty of Parkour is that anybody can just pick it up and play. I would suggest that you start off by practicing rolling, landing and basic safety first then move on to simple vaults and jump.
How do i become a member of NM-PK?
Its simple, just register on the forum and check when we will next be getting together for a jam, or organise on yourself. To become a member these people must vote: Firefly, Muppet, Matt, Neptune, Petrie and Kermit/Pete if the majority of us say you can join your in and i will put you on the site and you will be given your own tee with your allias (when they are done)
For more information on starting parkour or joining the team click here
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