me jumping around. taken in danao park, 2012


Parkour or also known as the Art of Movement is a holistic art or discipline using movement that developed from military obstacle course training. Traceurs (parkour practitioners) aim to get from point A to B in the most efficient way possible. They do this using their bodies and surroundings to propel themselves; furthermore, they try to maintain as much momentum as possible in a safe manner. Parkour  can include obstacle courses, running, climbing, swinging, vaulting, rolling, quad movement and the like, depending on what movement is deemed most suitable for the given situation.

Parkour is a non-competitive activity, which can be practiced alone or with others. It can be practiced in any location, but is usually practiced in urban spaces or areas. Parkour involves seeing one's environment in a new way, and imagining the potentialities for every movement around it.


Parkour promotes the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual growth of oneself. It is how you view the art or discipline as a practitioner. The consciousness of oneself and the environment around you give you a sense of freedom in some ways.