Why Is Parkour Dangerous? Let's Talk About It

Parkour has a bit of a reputation—it’s either seen as an extreme, reckless activity or as something completely safe (at least, if you ask experienced practitioners). The truth, though, lies somewhere in the middle. Yes, parkour can be dangerous, but probably not in the way you might think.

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Eric Roberts
What Is Parkour? Part 2: A Culture of Effort and Creative Vision

At first glance, parkour is often described as “getting from point A to point B” or “efficient movement.” But if you spend enough time with practitioners, you’ll quickly realize this definition barely scratches the surface. In fact, most of the time, parkour athletes aren’t moving between two points—or doing so efficiently at all! So, what’s really going on? 

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Eric Roberts
What Is Parkour?

… parkour is so much more than a physical activity. It’s a culture, a mindset, and a way of life. To truly understand parkour, you have to look beyond the movements on the surface and explore its origins, values, and the everyday practice that shapes its community.

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Eric Roberts
In response to recent tragedy

In response to this news I recently said I would share my feelings and opinions on the subject of parkour, training on rooftops, and what it all means for parkour and parkour practitioners. In short, here's my opinion: we must recognize that parkour is dangerous, training on rooftops even more so, but not in the way you might think.

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Eric Roberts