A few Words of Caution and Advice

Parkour if practiced recklessly can be very dangerous. NYPK, its owners, administrators, moderators, and members cannot be held responsible for the actions of individuals who act un-accordingly, and abuse the art. We cannot be held responsible for the actions of visitors or anyone claiming to practice parkour. The content provided within the pages of NYPK is presented freely, and open to interpretation.

 

What is Parkour?

Simply put "Parkour" is an art developed to help you navigate your environment from one point to another, using the capabilities of the human body. Furthermore it is not an expression, a method, or religion, it is simply a way to train the body to overcome obstacles.


Where does it come from?

Specifically from France, but it has always existed in a way, it was popularized mostly through the internet via videos of the Original Yamakazi. It has passed through many hands, and has seen many forms, and inspired many people. Parkour does however differ in the personal definition from between individuals.


Is it Safe?

Like any other "sport" parkour carries with it a risk equal to the ability of the practitioner. It is safe as long as it is practiced in an un-abusive manner, and proper exercise regimen is followed well in advance of any Parkour training.

 

How do I train for it?

The best way to train for Parkour we believe, is yet to be determined, as it is still in its infancy in America. When the traceurs, and coaches of today, take thier own first hand knowlidge and what they have and will learn from the French, and develop new methods of training, we will see what can really be done with Parkour and the human body; we are certain that we have yet to see the full potential of the human body.

The best way to train for now, is to first build basic strength, in pushing, pulling and pressing, your own weight. Weather that is done with weights, or at the local park, or in trees, or a zero gravity chamber in Alaska is up to the individual, we believe overly strict instruction stunts the learning process, and takes away from the personal journey that is Parkour. However, the abundant resources of the internet, and physical training books are not always enough, we do offer beginner instruction at NYPK. We were the first to open up beginner classes, and workshops in America, and have the oldest running program to date.

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NYPK's classes are the first and longest running classes in North America. Tought by experienced instructors, they are a safe and sure way to get training started properly.

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