I stumbled on this documentary about a year after it came out. This was one of the most exciting things on youtube i'd ever seen. It still holds up twelve years on. I can't tell you how much this impacted my perception on training PK.
@Pres2191 That's good to hear! We set out to make a documentary which people would find useful, so I'm happy that this documentary helped to inspire you to start training :)
When I lose track of myself and training, I always come back to this 4 part video for guidance and inspiration, it really sets me straight. I give my thanks to you guys for helping me get back into my routine time and time again. Love from Canada.
@TheBarryNoVa The very fact that you've asked the question means that you must at least believe that you can do something, so the answer is yes! Parkour is a perfect way to improve your general health and fitness, and can be scaled to your own level. Just start off small, and try to find a local group of practitioners who you can train with. People who understand parkour will be happy to help you out.
Crossfit may bring some cardio benefits, but for parkour training, parkour itself would be the best training! Also, the conditioning we do for parkour differs somewhat from the crossfit approach in that we focus on solid technique rather than absolute number of reps.
In parkour, regular training will increase your strength and capability in a number of ways over time. The main thing to remember is to build up to things gradually over time and not to try and skip ahead by attempting movements you're not yet ready for. Train in this way, and you'll continue to become more capable, whilst avoiding injury :)
This brings back memories. When you guys first released this video, I was a sophomore in highschool and I wrote an essay about parkour and referenced your documentary! There were almost no written or recorded sources of parkour at the time as it wasn't officially recognized by the public. I had to convince my teacher to allow me to site a RUclips video for an essay because this was the #1 best source for Parkour back then!
ok. I just saw you 3 strengh training and conditionning for parkour (quite awsome btw) and now I see this. I must say you guys rock. You explain a lot, you demonstratre a lot but I don't see the big ego I'm bored to see within a lot of parkour videos and free run videos (so many "best of parkour"). What you do is awsome, your vids are nice inspiration, and this is the kind of spirit I'm looking for. Thumbs up ! ^_^
@TheTrailerMan22 It's difficult if you live in that kind of climate. You could focus on conditioning, strengthening your body when the weather is bad, in preparation for the sunnier days. You could also find a gymnastics centre, where you can still practice movements, irrespective of weather. Indoor climbing centres are also good, or if you can find undercover car parks, then you may still be able to train parkour at no cost during the winter.
Thanks again, and I am amazed you just give this away. I have seen folks sell DVD's on everything from martial arts, to gutting and skinning a deer and this is one of the most well done documentaries I have seen. Truely amazing stuff!!!
@gC222SA Parkour is a great place to start if you're looking to start some kind of training. The important thing is to start with simple movements, avoid big drops and impacts, and build up to things gradually. This will allow you to progress, whilst remaining injury free.
I live in Singapore as well, and I've been practicing pk for a while now. It's actually a really really good place to do pk, because of the flats and the many many playgrounds we have all over the place. When you're better you can move on up to town, and especially the CBD, which is really really awesome for pk. I recommend you start in the playgrounds first, and build up your strength and technique. Parkour can be done almost everywhere you just have to imagine a little.
Hey mate im a traceur from Australia. This video is great as it allows me to show others what parkour is as many believe that it is just jumping off buildings. HOwever this video has changed them thank you.
I have been watching this Documentary off and on since you first uploaded it. You guys are a real inspiration and do quality work. Keep running brothers.
thanks a lot for this documentary, really well made, precise on all topics on and around parkour, great moves, great music, great everything, with a bit of jokes too, this documentary deserves to be watched and known. and great that it's made by you, who know and practice this sport and topic directly
@upperkatt It's never too late. Smart move starting with rolls, remember to always practice them though because they're tricky and if you don't do them for a while you could forget how.
This is so true everyone does parkour and i mean everyone because its fun and nice way to show off who disagree than youre foooling yourself The thing that people say its the way of life its just an excuse, trust me me myself doing for 6 years and i actually realised that in my 4th year. Whole time I've been fooling my self, but i have no regrets because i learned to use my spirit with my body together. Parkour helps you find balance.
@crystalroy The technique is called 'practice and slow but steady progression'! Start with what you know you can do without a problem (like walking) and then make it a tiny bit harder. Maybe a little bit faster, or go further. Keep doing this and you'll keep getting better. If you try and do too much too quickly, you'll injure yourself and end up going backwards.
@sacreed1 Eating less sugar in the first place is the best option! Drinking plenty of water helps to keep you hydrated, which is critical for training.
@VadimPK This was mostly shot on a Sony HDR-HC7, which is just a consumer camcorder really. With careful consideration of shots, and a tripod, you can get pretty good results with most cameras :)
ok,i know im leaving alot of comments,but my son sent me the link to this video ,to try and show me what parkour is all about,and im so glad that he did this because,i know now that this parkour comes from with in and if he likes doing this,then i think its awsome,it will make him stronger physically and mentally,i love this,wish i can do it with him,but im too old lol
You help me alot, i'm trying to get the deans at my school to allow us to parkour but we have to explain what parkour is first and you guys helped me find the words to say
man you guys are rediculous. this is some of the craziest and COOLEST stuff i have ever seen.... to those that dont like it id suggest simply not watching it. theres already enuff negativity in the world to have to be subjected to it on every video youtube has.....to you Parkour guys - keep doing what you do. i wished i seen this when i was younger. GREAT VIDEO.
Hey man, I have really parkoured in a long time, but I still physically train myself. You're brother has a somewhat valid point, but don't over push yourself, start out doing how ever many reps you can do everyday, then add one or two. If you find one day you have to quit before adding a few then stick with that number for a week or two, then try to do more.
Well, you can start at any age, but your age will determine how you train to some extent. I would recommend avoiding big drops and impacts for a while, particularly if you're very young. Find a local group to train with and they'll be able to help get you started.
@rebelsneverdie Parkour isn't just about dropping off stuff. The training is about improving your own capabilities. There's still plenty you can do, even if your knees are injured. If they are as bad as you say, it might be worth being assessed by a physiotherapist.
I'd love that, the only reason for not doing would be fear, nerves and something silly called pride, which as we know, comes before a fall!! Will check dates for upcoming beginner's jamborees, Marc.
Hats off to you mate, well put together video, and you described Parkour in a way that I simply didn't have the words to do. As a Free-runner myself, I could relate to what you were saying completely. Keep up the good work, - Ty - Rex Studios
Bloody brilliant that Paul, I must admit to knowing very little about your thing before I watched this but I have watched all four volumes several times and now feel equiped with vital knowledge. You are brave and strong and bloody good at using a camera :-)) Peace n love, Marc.
what a beautiful, splendid video. I hope you win all kinds of awards for it. Inspiring, informational, enlightening. What more could we ask for? I'm headed outside now to try some of the conditioning exercises (and to make up my own.) Thanks, Scott
@yecheskelt This particular video was all shot on a consumer camcorder (Sony HDR-HC7), recording in HDV format. I used a Sony VCL-HG0737C wide conversion lens with it. It was all edited in Final Cut Pro, graded using Color, and the audio mix was done in Pro Tools.
Awesome stuff right here! Do you guys ever get out into nature to play about in forests or woods? That's what I'm doing these days as I'm lucky enough to live at the beginning of a beautiful mountain range. Great stuff lads!!
@upperkatt Of course it's not! That's about the typical age when people start training. Personally, I didn't start until I was 25, so you have years of training ahead of you!
@bboyfreefighter You're not alone, most people in the modern world think like that. However, the more you understand what it is that you're doing the less the opinions of others matter to you. If you know exactly what you're doing and why you are doing it then you have a solid foundation for your actions and are less likely to wobble when someone questions you.
@HazzairsoftFR No skill level required, as we regularly have new people attending our sessions. Feel free to come along whenever you're in Manchester :)
@Obsidian1138 I live in Canada myself sometimes there are online groups you can find for your local area and they have gyms they go to during the winter. There are some practitioners who even dare to train in the harsh conditions
You guys are Great,just to say it. I would like to practice again but I don't have the time to train as before, I try to keep up the training but that's hard,and I train alone so that's not so good. I would like to live in there,that place was build to Parkour.Here in Brazil we don't have so much places(at least not so close)Well keep up the good work guys,you guys rule.Good training and luck for you guys!!!
These are the things that the mass media needs to see when viewing traceurs, people who practice Parkour/Freerunning before jumping to any conclusions about the dangers, and risks of Parkour/Freerunning. They need to see our countless hours of practice and fails to know that Parkour is a lifestyle. #ParkourJourney
@brx612345 You can certainly start moving around the environment in new ways at any age. However, if you're younger than 15 or 16 it is even more important for you to avoid anything with big impacts, so no big drops, no repetitive, demanding movements on concrete. Your body is vulnerable to this when you're still growing and if you do this kind of thing you're more than likely to suffer permanent damage.
The urban setting is something I don't have in my 'hood, but a bunch of trees I do! Setting the pricipals of Parkour to tree climbing and jumping has helped, there are some big-ass trees out there, ya know...
Yes, diet plays a big part in your training and will have a very noticeable effect on the results. It's important to eat a balanced diet whilst avoiding too many sugary or processed food products. Also, ensure that you stay properly hydrated by drinking plenty of water.
@spartankiller369 and this is how i would love to see youtube users like! Almost having a chat and debating ideas without trolling! Now to the topic, love the hole video (4 parts) i think it is the 3 time i came here to see it!
I stumbled on this documentary about a year after it came out. This was one of the most exciting things on youtube i'd ever seen. It still holds up twelve years on. I can't tell you how much this impacted my perception on training PK.
@Pres2191 That's good to hear! We set out to make a documentary which people would find useful, so I'm happy that this documentary helped to inspire you to start training :)
When I lose track of myself and training, I always come back to this 4 part video for guidance and inspiration, it really sets me straight. I give my thanks to you guys for helping me get back into my routine time and time again. Love from Canada.
@TheBarryNoVa The very fact that you've asked the question means that you must at least believe that you can do something, so the answer is yes! Parkour is a perfect way to improve your general health and fitness, and can be scaled to your own level. Just start off small, and try to find a local group of practitioners who you can train with. People who understand parkour will be happy to help you out.
Everywhere i used to train got swamped by drug addicts...
Splendid video guys. Way to go. Really proud of watching people really training hard and respecting and understanding the discipline its self.
Crossfit may bring some cardio benefits, but for parkour training, parkour itself would be the best training! Also, the conditioning we do for parkour differs somewhat from the crossfit approach in that we focus on solid technique rather than absolute number of reps.
In parkour, regular training will increase your strength and capability in a number of ways over time. The main thing to remember is to build up to things gradually over time and not to try and skip ahead by attempting movements you're not yet ready for. Train in this way, and you'll continue to become more capable, whilst avoiding injury :)
Still great vid, all these years later
This brings back memories. When you guys first released this video, I was a sophomore in highschool and I wrote an essay about parkour and referenced your documentary! There were almost no written or recorded sources of parkour at the time as it wasn't officially recognized by the public. I had to convince my teacher to allow me to site a RUclips video for an essay because this was the #1 best source for Parkour back then!
Thanks. I'm glad that you find the documentary useful :)
ok. I just saw you 3 strengh training and conditionning for parkour (quite awsome btw) and now I see this.
I must say you guys rock. You explain a lot, you demonstratre a lot but I don't see the big ego I'm bored to see within a lot of parkour videos and free run videos (so many "best of parkour"). What you do is awsome, your vids are nice inspiration, and this is the kind of spirit I'm looking for.
Thumbs up !
^_^
Thanks for your comment. I'm glad that you find the videos useful :) We'll have some more on the way throughout 2014!
@TheTrailerMan22 It's difficult if you live in that kind of climate. You could focus on conditioning, strengthening your body when the weather is bad, in preparation for the sunnier days. You could also find a gymnastics centre, where you can still practice movements, irrespective of weather. Indoor climbing centres are also good, or if you can find undercover car parks, then you may still be able to train parkour at no cost during the winter.
this is the best documentary and explanation of parkour that I've found. Great Job
Thanks again, and I am amazed you just give this away. I have seen folks sell DVD's on everything from martial arts, to gutting and skinning a deer and this is one of the most well done documentaries I have seen. Truely amazing stuff!!!
It's 'Creosote' by Designer Thumbs. Check the video description for a link to the website :)
This is probably the best introduction I've yet seen. You've done some good work here, fellas.
@gC222SA Parkour is a great place to start if you're looking to start some kind of training. The important thing is to start with simple movements, avoid big drops and impacts, and build up to things gradually. This will allow you to progress, whilst remaining injury free.
I live in Singapore as well, and I've been practicing pk for a while now. It's actually a really really good place to do pk, because of the flats and the many many playgrounds we have all over the place. When you're better you can move on up to town, and especially the CBD, which is really really awesome for pk.
I recommend you start in the playgrounds first, and build up your strength and technique.
Parkour can be done almost everywhere you just have to imagine a little.
I like Your videos because in Your videos it isnt freerun. It is right PARKOUR :)
this is one of the best videos i have ever seen on youtube
hey guys i really appreciate all your material ive gotta admit its probably some of the best stuff on here! thanks!!!
Hey mate im a traceur from Australia. This video is great as it allows me to show others what parkour is as many believe that it is just jumping off buildings. HOwever this video has changed them thank you.
I have been watching this Documentary off and on since you first uploaded it. You guys are a real inspiration and do quality work. Keep running brothers.
thanks a lot for this documentary, really well made, precise on all topics on and around parkour, great moves, great music, great everything, with a bit of jokes too, this documentary deserves to be watched and known.
and great that it's made by you, who know and practice this sport and topic directly
@upperkatt It's never too late. Smart move starting with rolls, remember to always practice them though because they're tricky and if you don't do them for a while you could forget how.
This is so true everyone does parkour and i mean everyone because its fun and nice way to show off who disagree than youre foooling yourself The thing that people say its the way of life its just an excuse, trust me me myself doing for 6 years and i actually realised that in my 4th year. Whole time I've been fooling my self, but i have no regrets because i learned to use my spirit with my body together. Parkour helps you find balance.
Thanks! I'm glad you enjoy the videos :)
Thanks Marc. You should come along to one of the sessions sometime to give it a go!
Cheers. The words were all the work of Dave Sedgley.
@crystalroy The technique is called 'practice and slow but steady progression'! Start with what you know you can do without a problem (like walking) and then make it a tiny bit harder. Maybe a little bit faster, or go further. Keep doing this and you'll keep getting better. If you try and do too much too quickly, you'll injure yourself and end up going backwards.
I love Parkour because you race against yourself, nobody is a competitor, nobody is the enemy.
@sacreed1 Eating less sugar in the first place is the best option! Drinking plenty of water helps to keep you hydrated, which is critical for training.
I'm in Leesburg, Fl. There's a small group here, and we also team up with groups in Orlando and Gainesville.
@LopeztheGypsy Thanks. I think it's a bit old now to enter into festivals, but there will be more to come later this year...
@VadimPK This was mostly shot on a Sony HDR-HC7, which is just a consumer camcorder really. With careful consideration of shots, and a tripod, you can get pretty good results with most cameras :)
ok,i know im leaving alot of comments,but my son sent me the link to this video ,to try and show me what parkour is all about,and im so glad that he did this because,i know now that this parkour comes from with in and if he likes doing this,then i think its awsome,it will make him stronger physically and mentally,i love this,wish i can do it with him,but im too old lol
@SeattleCipher Thanks! We don't sell a DVD of it, but there is a link to an HD download of the full film in the video description above :)
You help me alot, i'm trying to get the deans at my school to allow us to parkour but we have to explain what parkour is first and you guys helped me find the words to say
I didn't start until I was 25. The earlier you can start though, the better!
@TakumiHouse It was mainly shot in Manchester
Still such an incredible doc. Very little videos that depict parkour is such a constructive and accurate way.
This serie explained a lot, was great!
man you guys are rediculous. this is some of the craziest and COOLEST stuff i have ever seen.... to those that dont like it id suggest simply not watching it. theres already enuff negativity in the world to have to be subjected to it on every video youtube has.....to you Parkour guys - keep doing what you do. i wished i seen this when i was younger. GREAT VIDEO.
Excellent video, very vivid and in depth descriptions of parkour and its movement, 10/10 :) .
Still a wonderful video even 13 years later
Hey man,
I have really parkoured in a long time, but I still physically train myself.
You're brother has a somewhat valid point, but don't over push yourself, start out doing how ever many reps you can do everyday, then add one or two. If you find one day you have to quit before adding a few then stick with that number for a week or two, then try to do more.
Well, you can start at any age, but your age will determine how you train to some extent. I would recommend avoiding big drops and impacts for a while, particularly if you're very young. Find a local group to train with and they'll be able to help get you started.
@rebelsneverdie Parkour isn't just about dropping off stuff. The training is about improving your own capabilities. There's still plenty you can do, even if your knees are injured. If they are as bad as you say, it might be worth being assessed by a physiotherapist.
I'd love that, the only reason for not doing would be fear, nerves and something silly called pride, which as we know, comes before a fall!!
Will check dates for upcoming beginner's jamborees,
Marc.
friend sent this to me, very nice quality. i like it, if you told me this was filmed 14 years ago i would have a hard time believing it
this is the kind of parkour stuff that I like.
Thanks you!
Hats off to you mate, well put together video, and you described Parkour in a way that I simply didn't have the words to do. As a Free-runner myself, I could relate to what you were saying completely.
Keep up the good work,
- Ty - Rex Studios
Great on you man!!! I watched this and realized that I wanted to do more training.
i like how u put in the fact that some are shortening thier lives doing things other than exercising
Bloody brilliant that Paul, I must admit to knowing very little about your thing before I watched this but I have watched all four volumes several times and now feel equiped with vital knowledge. You are brave and strong and bloody good at using a camera :-))
Peace n love,
Marc.
what a beautiful, splendid video. I hope you win all kinds of awards for it.
Inspiring, informational, enlightening. What more could we ask for?
I'm headed outside now to try some of the conditioning exercises (and to make up my own.)
Thanks,
Scott
@yecheskelt This particular video was all shot on a consumer camcorder (Sony HDR-HC7), recording in HDV format. I used a Sony VCL-HG0737C wide conversion lens with it. It was all edited in Final Cut Pro, graded using Color, and the audio mix was done in Pro Tools.
@0sholay Yes. Just type Parkour India into Google!
Very nice guys!Kudos to you all!The videos have given me new ideas!Thanks!
Awesome stuff right here! Do you guys ever get out into nature to play about in forests or woods? That's what I'm doing these days as I'm lucky enough to live at the beginning of a beautiful mountain range. Great stuff lads!!
truly ahead of its time
Charlie No-Face Thanks!
um dos melhores videos que já assisti
muito obrigado
@upperkatt Of course it's not! That's about the typical age when people start training. Personally, I didn't start until I was 25, so you have years of training ahead of you!
@bboyfreefighter You're not alone, most people in the modern world think like that. However, the more you understand what it is that you're doing the less the opinions of others matter to you. If you know exactly what you're doing and why you are doing it then you have a solid foundation for your actions and are less likely to wobble when someone questions you.
@HazzairsoftFR No skill level required, as we regularly have new people attending our sessions. Feel free to come along whenever you're in Manchester :)
@Obsidian1138 I live in Canada myself sometimes there are online groups you can find for your local area and they have gyms they go to during the winter. There are some practitioners who even dare to train in the harsh conditions
@MrVoiceofreason123 I only started parkour when I was 25, so there's no reason at all why you shouldn't start at 21!
You guys are Great,just to say it.
I would like to practice again but I don't have the time to train as before, I try to keep up the training but that's hard,and I train alone so that's not so good. I would like to live in there,that place was build to Parkour.Here in Brazil we don't have so much places(at least not so close)Well keep up the good work guys,you guys rule.Good training and luck for you guys!!!
This is so indepth, i found it really usefull and inciteful. thanks so much.
@Hksportsman do some push ups & stuff when you get up & right before you go to sleep,and just do some parkour during the day!
this is brilliant. Hats off PM and wise words DS
@sword199723 We practice Parkour, whatever time of year it is. You don't have to stop moving just because it's wet, cold or snowing.
A Sony HDR-HC7 with a VCL-HG0737C wide angle lens.
These are the things that the mass media needs to see when viewing traceurs, people who practice Parkour/Freerunning before jumping to any conclusions about the dangers, and risks of Parkour/Freerunning. They need to see our countless hours of practice and fails to know that Parkour is a lifestyle. #ParkourJourney
@brx612345 You can certainly start moving around the environment in new ways at any age. However, if you're younger than 15 or 16 it is even more important for you to avoid anything with big impacts, so no big drops, no repetitive, demanding movements on concrete. Your body is vulnerable to this when you're still growing and if you do this kind of thing you're more than likely to suffer permanent damage.
One of the best things i saw,now the other three parts :)
playgrounds and just parks. any age is good. parkour is what you can do as an individual so age dosent matter
@Obsidian1138 I just can't say enough about this documentary. I am adding it to my all time favorites list. :) Rock the world guys!!
FREAKING AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! thanks for this wonderful vid, & keep up the great work!
very very good work thank you for spreading our art so efficiently :)
you guys helped inspire me thanks
one of best pk vids ive seen, nice to c u in it nay
peace channy !
always keep a humble heart and an open mind ^^
@kashifthewhiterider No, it's Manchester ;)
Yes, that would be good, thanks! I would need the subtitles in standard RUclips subtitle format. Are you familiar with how it works?
The urban setting is something I don't have in my 'hood, but a bunch of trees I do! Setting the pricipals of Parkour to tree climbing and jumping has helped, there are some big-ass trees out there, ya know...
Yes, diet plays a big part in your training and will have a very noticeable effect on the results. It's important to eat a balanced diet whilst avoiding too many sugary or processed food products. Also, ensure that you stay properly hydrated by drinking plenty of water.
This is the best doc I have seen on the subject. Do you guys sell a DVD of it, I would like to show it to my sons.
0:36 was insane...along with everything
@2Smoves Manchester, England
No problem :)
Awesome, Awesome video's - great work!!
@parkourazzy24 The training is all over manchester, the link to northern parkours website is in the discription it has all the info you need to know
I've been conditioning for quite a bit now, its hard but i think in the end it will pay off.
very well said at 5:40.."there are no formalities, etiquette, standards etc,. ; )
good video.
@spartankiller369 and this is how i would love to see youtube users like! Almost having a chat and debating ideas without trolling!
Now to the topic, love the hole video (4 parts) i think it is the 3 time i came here to see it!
Parkour: an ART form
@maxmosesman We're in Manchester, England. How about you?
@Parkaution so just some push ups situps and pull ups or something? cool thanks
@austinthorlton15 free running is used in US but its original name is parkour