Advanced Certificate in Parkour for Modern Cities

• Advanced Parkour Techniques: This unit will cover advanced movements and techniques used in parkour, including precision jumps, underbars, cat leaps, and laches. Emphasis will be placed on proper form, technique, and safety.
• Parkour Conditioning: This unit will focus on building the physical conditioning required for parkour, including strength, power, agility, and endurance. Students will learn exercises and routines to improve their overall fitness and parkour abilities.
• Urban Exploration and Navigation: This unit will cover navigation techniques and strategies for moving efficiently through urban environments, including identifying safe and efficient routes, avoiding obstacles, and using landmarks for navigation.
• Parkour Psychology: This unit will examine the mental and emotional aspects of parkour, including fear management, goal-setting, and self-motivation. Students will learn how to develop a growth mindset and overcome challenges on and off the parkour course.
• Parkour Safety and Risk Management: This unit will cover safety protocols, risk management strategies, and emergency procedures for parkour training and performance. Students will learn how to identify and mitigate risks, assess their environment, and respond to emergencies.
• Parkour Coaching Methodology: This unit will explore different coaching methodologies and strategies for teaching parkour to students of varying ages and skill levels. Students will learn how to design effective parkour training programs, provide constructive feedback, and motivate their students.
• Parkour Ethics and Community: This unit will examine the ethical principles and community norms that underpin the parkour culture. Students will learn how to promote positive values, respect others, and contribute to the parkour community.
• Parkour History and Evolution: This unit will provide an overview of the history and evolution of parkour, from its origins in France to its current global popularity. Students will learn about the key figures, movements, and innovations that have shaped the parkour landscape.
• Parkour and Technology: This unit will explore the intersection of parkour and technology, including the use of social media, video production, and wearable devices for parkour training and performance. Students will learn how to leverage technology to enhance their parkour practice and reach a wider audience.