Swift Elite 2026 Season
Description: Are you looking to find ways to challenge yourself more in parkour? Designed to fuel the dedication of advanced athletes, our competitive program serves as a source of motivation for those committed to rigorous training.
Disciplines: Athletes can choose their training specialization, opting for either skill/speed competitions or freestyle competitions.
- SKILL & SPEED events center around navigating obstacles through activities like running, jumping, climbing, vaulting, and swinging.
- STYLE competitions prompt athletes to display their acrobatic prowess through moves such as front flips, back flips, and side flips.
Duration of Season: November 7th – May 8th, 2026. The season will begin with a mock competition, then have weekly practices, 3 Open Entry Competitions, Midwest Regionals, and Age 14+ Combined USPK National Finals.
Are Competitions/Travel Required? We expect participation in at least 1 competition during the season. Even if competitions aren’t your focus, the practices will be an excellent way to work with other dedicated athletes and some of our top coaching staff.
Season Schedule
- 10/24 Swift Tryouts
- 11/7 Practices Start
- 11/28 No practice Thanksgiving
- 12/26 No practice Christmas
- 1/10 FlowSpace Qualifier (Avon, IN)
- 1/31 Swift Qualifier (Cincinnati, OH)
- 2/21 MBPK Qualifier (Toledo, OH)
- 3/21 KPK Qualifier (Louisville, KY)
- 5/2&5/3 Regionals at FlowSpace in Avon, IN
- 5/8 End of Season Team Party!
- 6/25-6/28 Adult USPK Nationals. Location TBD
- 8/21-23 Parkour World Championships, SPL5 at Origins Parkour Vancouver Canada
Program Schedule
Fridays from Nov 7th – May 16th. Times listed below
Athlete Expectations:
- Attend 1 Team Practice per week on Fridays
- Attend 1 of the following additional Swift Session per week
- Instructed Flips, Intermediate, or Advanced Class
- Private Lesson
- Open Gym
- Complete weekly assigned take home practice
| Friday Practice Times | Junior 7-13 | Teen 14-17 & Adult 18+ |
| 5:30-5:45pm | Warm up & Notices | |
| 5:45-6:45pm | SKILL & SPEED | STYLE |
| 6:45-7pm | Joint strength and conditioning | |
| 7-8pm | STYLE | SKILL & SPEED |
"Being part of the team gave me a chance to travel and meet other communities, experience other gyms, and learn moves I wouldn't have otherwise tried."
Cole Walker - Multi year Team Athlete
Registration Fees
| Price | Includes |
$900 Base Price Get $100 off when you pay up front Get $100 off with at least 1x/week Swift Membership Active |
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Meet the Coaches
Brennen Stahl
Brennen started training and coaching in 2017. After discovering the sport, there was an immediate need to make parkour a life long pursuit. Originally hailing from WA state, he brings the north west parkour energy. Having competition experience from a regional to international level including events such as SPL, he is bringing that expertise to Swift Movement!
Evan Kavanaugh
Evan Kavanaugh is a Certified Parkour Instructor at Swift Movement. He’s a versatile athlete with a rich background in both parkour/gymnastics and traditional sports like football, baseball, tennis, and swimming. Evan started training in parkour during college, seeking a fun and exciting way to stay fit without regular gym workouts. With nearly eight years of coaching experience, he joined Swift Movement Studio after extensive training and now has been actively coaching parkour for over 2 years. Evan’s current aim is to foster the growth of the sport while excelling as a coach, fueled by his lifelong passion for teaching and working with kids. Additionally, he is a professional songwriter, composer, and music producer outside of Swift. Evan’s diverse skill set and dedication to coaching and teaching make him a valuable asset to the Swift Elite Team.
Seth Rujiraviriyapinyo
Seth Ruji, is a dynamic force in parkour with over 13 years of experience! Seth, a finalist in SPL’s North American Parkour Championships, soared to fame with his team’s 2nd place finish at the 2019 World Chase Tag Championships. Regularly featured on ESPN and a viral sensation on social media, Seth also brings his expertise as an APK-certified coach, training students from all backgrounds. His philosophy combines discipline and fun, making him a standout mentor and a key part of the Swift Elite Team. Seth will be taking a back seat in this year’s elite team as he’s expecting a newborn in February.
Competitions
Parkour competitions showcase athletes’ abilities by navigating obstacles in SPEED, SKILL, STYLE, or CHASE TAG. Participating in these competitions allows for challenging oneself, setting goals, and learning within a supportive community. Experience parkour for yourself and join the fun!
Jams + Outdoor Meetups
As the weather improves, we will host a few outdoor training session around the city!
End of Season Party
At the end of the season we will be hosting a party for the team to hang out and celebrate a job well done. Usually at Arcade Legacy
Tryouts Friday Oct 24th 5:30-7:30pm
Join us for an exhilarating chance to demonstrate your parkour skills and possibly secure a spot on the Swift Elite Team. This is more than just a tryout; it’s an opportunity to experience the essence of competition in a friendly, supportive environment alongside your peers at Swift. Our tryouts are designed to mimic a simple competition format, offering a unique platform for you to challenge yourself and evaluate how well you perform under pressure.
Cost: Free
Eligibility:
- Ages: Open to ages 7 years and older.
- Minimum Requirement: Band Level 2 to participate.
- Participants with Band Level 5 or higher can bypass tryouts and directly join the Swift Elite Team.
Join us to showcase your skills and take your first step towards becoming part of the Swift Elite Team!
*We are offering a make up session by attending the first Practice on Nov 7th

