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Hardcore Parkour… Please.
This article is aimed at those who have a knee jerk reaction to the word Parkour and who think it’s reckless, stupid, or insane. We hear your concerns and take...
Height Drop Tips in Parkour
At Swift Movement Studio, we’re concerned about making sure students are training sustainably while still making things fun. Our instructors and athletes have experience in cross discipline sports and have...
cincyjam 2022
What is it?The purpose of a jam/gathering is to bring together the community, parkour jams and tricking gatherings are open ways for practitioners to come and train around the city...
3 Reasons Parkour is Good for Bored Kids
Your average under-stimulated hyperactive kid, I struggled for years to find anything to hold my attention that wasn’t video games. From dance to intramural sports, I bounced off 6 or...
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3 Reasons Parkour is Good for Bored Kids
Your average under-stimulated hyperactive kid, I struggled for years to find anything to hold my attention that wasn’t video games. From dance to intramural sports, I bounced off 6 or
cincyjam 2022
What is it?The purpose of a jam/gathering is to bring together the community, parkour jams and tricking gatherings are open ways for practitioners to come and train around the city
Height Drop Tips in Parkour
At Swift Movement Studio, we’re concerned about making sure students are training sustainably while still making things fun. Our instructors and athletes have experience in cross discipline sports and have
Why should I try parkour?
Athleticism
Parkour and acrobatics encompass a diverse array of movements that enhance the strength, flexibility, coordination, balance, and overall fitness of both children and adults, fostering foundational movement patterns that translate to everyday life and benefit various sports and activities.
Self-Worth
Through our programs, children and adults can conquer physical challenges and obstacles, fostering a sense of accomplishment that strengthens their confidence and self-esteem, ultimately leading to enhanced mental focus and concentration.
Risk Management & Problem Solving
Engaging in parkour and acrobatics requires navigating obstacles and challenges safely and thoughtfully, promoting the development of critical thinking and problem-solving abilities that extend to other aspects of life. Furthermore, these activities encourage students to embrace calculated risks, fostering increased confidence, and resilience as they continuously challenge themselves and grow.