6 men, 3 women, from all over Australia and beyond, living and training in 1 warehouse, for 6 days, jumping and climbing around the city of Melbourne and putting their minds and bodies in the hands of the APA Melbourne parkour crew : what happens next? LOTS. It's a fun ride and I can't give anything away, you're just going to have to read it - enjoy!
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Showing posts with label event review. Show all posts
Showing posts with label event review. Show all posts
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Monday, February 7, 2011
2nd Meeting of Female Parkour 2011 - São Paulo - Brazil
Part 1
Sometimes it's hard to know how many girls in Brazil practise parkour. Organizing a meeting was a great
reason to know the women, exchange ideas and experiences, and shoot some pictures for those who wanted to make a video in the future ...
For some girls the journey was long, but it was definitely worth it. It was beautiful to watch doing Raissa do a difficult a cat leap. It was great to see new girls interested in Parkour, struggling and learning more and more. Who does not remember Tati doing her first climb up? Our Angelica (Chile's most Brazilian) and Lili, who destroyed the obstacles in her path, with beauty and parkour, showing grit and energy. Nina carried out the physical training, brainstorming ideas with everyone there who were participating. Let us not forget the great presence of those on the day. Several boys also appeared at the meeting to give support, leading to hilarious moments when they put on women's dresses! JJ, as always, was around to help the beginners to understand the meaning of parkour and to give help on basic movements. The atmosphere was peaceful. The participants were scratched and sweaty, but everyone was filled with lots of good memories of the women's meeting.
By: Tatiana Maria (adapted by JJ)
Part 2
A woman doing Parkour is synonymous with courage, persistence, courage, patience, caution, joy, mental and physical growth, docility and brutality at the same time. And that's what we found on 2nd St. in EFPK Paul, on 15 and 16 January 2011. Some were women beginners, others were more experienced, but each of us seeking the same goal, that of living one more day of parkour, the sport which is already part of our lives, transforming us and benefiting our own evolution which is undeniable that it will help society as well. Women who practise are in their own way beautiful. The participation of women is rapidly gaining momentum among men, which has encouraged more women to take part! And the personalities of the women practitioners enriched this meeting. Stretches, warmups, guided drills, free assisted practice and new training spots also helped to enrich this meeting which was also attended by many men who joined in to train and play together! As time passes, we hope that the number of girls practising this discipline continues to grow - Parkour is not easy, but it is very enjoyable!
By: Julie Bianchi (adapted by JJ)
2º Encontro Feminino de Parkour 2011 – São Paulo – Brasil / parte 1
Bem, às vezes é difícil saber quantas são as meninas que praticam Parkour no Brasil. Fazer um encontro foi uma ótima razão para conhecê-las, trocar idéias e experiências, além de filmar algumas imagens para quem sabe um futuro vídeo...
Para algumas meninas a viagem foi longa. Mas, com certeza valeu a pena. Foi lindo assistir a Raissa de Curitiba fazendo um cat leap difícil. Foi muito bom ver novas meninas interessadas em Parkour, esforçando-se e aprendendo mais e mais. Quem não se lembra da Tati de Curitiba fazendo seu primeiro climb up?
Nossa Angélica (a chilena mais brasileira) e a Lili arrasaram com seu Parkour e sua beleza, mostrando garra e energia. A Nina puxou o treino físico, juntando idéias das que estavam ali participando. Não podemos esquecer-nos das ilustres presenças. Os rapazes também compareceram. Estes levaram irreverência (vestidos de meninas) e apoio. JJ como sempre ajudando as iniciantes a entender o que é Parkour e os primeiros movimentos. Tudo ocorreu na paz. Alguns arranhões, muito suor e milhares de lembranças boas ficaram no pensamento daquelas que tiveram a honra de fazer mais um encontro feminino.
Por: Tatiana Maria (adaptado por JJ).
2º Encontro Feminino de Parkour 2011 – São Paulo – Brasil / parte 2
Mulher praticando Parkour é sinônimo de coragem, persistência, ânimo, paciência, precaução, alegria, crescimento mental e físico, docilidade e brutalidade ao mesmo tempo. E foi isso que encontramos no 2º EFPK em São Paulo, nos dias 15 e 16 de Janeiro de 2011. Mulheres iniciantes na prática, outras já muito mais experientes, mas cada uma delas buscando o mesmo ideal, o de viver mais um dia de Parkour, modalidade essa que já faz parte de nossas vidas, nos transformando em pessoas e civis melhores, para nossa própria evolução e quem pode negar que para a ajuda da sociedade também? As mulheres têm aderido à prática de um modo muito lindo. Elas vem conquistando espaço entre os homens que agora vem incentivando ainda mais a prática feminina! E essas características encheram o encontro feminino. Alongamentos, aquecimentos, treinos guiados, treinos livres, ajudas masculinas, lugares novos de treinos também ajudaram para enriquecer ainda mais esse encontro que teve a presença de muitos homens também que se uniram pra treinar e brincar juntos! A cada dia que passa esperamos ainda mais que cresça esse número de meninas praticantes nesta modalidade que não é fácil, mas é muito prazerosa!
Por: Juliana Bianchi (adaptado por JJ).
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
CalParkour's Females Workshop Review
On a stormy afternoon in October, a small group gathered in a brick-paved courtyard on the University of California Berkeley campus to participate in CalPK's Women's Workshop. The group included three instructors, about half a dozen students and several members of the CalPK and SFParkour communities coming out to lend moral support.
Despite the rainy weather, spirits were high and soon, even the novices were rearing to go. We began with introductions to get a feel of what kind of skill sets were being brought to the event. A lot of rock climbers, some martial artists, and as well as a few people with no real athletic background.
After a warm up consisting of dynamic stretching and an introduction to quadrupedal movement, we took a short jog to our next training spot. At this first station we went over some basic methods for scaling and descending from ledges. Drilling all the steps of the progressions was hard work, but everyone tackled the challenge admirably.
Taking a break from the heavy movements of the last station, we went over precision basics: arm swing, knees up, head over toes, etc. We did a quick team building exercise where, as a group, we would try to precision to a ledge and hold it for 5 seconds. If anyone stumbled, we would all do it together again. It was a simple drill, but ended up being pretty fun.
Then it was time to put some of our new found skills to use. We moved to a nearby area that had concrete benches and planters clustered together with a mix of heights ranging from shoulder to knee height. The instructors mapped out a route and demonstrated some possible ways to navigate the obstacles, then it was up to you to find your way.
As we went around the circuit, we would pause to give each lap a theme. The first lap was "getting to know the landscape," taking it slow and familiarizing ourselves. Next was "ease," finding the most comfortable way to move through the course. After that was "confidence," being masters of our environment. Finally came "exploration," playing with what was possible and taking time to have fun.
After a quick water break we headed over an area with a lot of rails. By this time it had begun raining heavily and we quickly scratched the rail-walking portion of the workshop. Instead we went over underbars and set up a flow exercise. The exercise consisted of a relay race where one team began at the bottom of the course and the other at the top. One person from one team would make their way up to the second team, navigating three rails sets along the way. They would then tag someone on the other team who would make their way back along the same course. When everyone in the teams ended up where they had started, the relay was done.
We retreated from the rain to do a final conditioning set. Then as we cooled down and stretched out, one of the instructors read two specially prepared letters from Luci Steel of Team Tempest and Brandee Laird of Parkour Visions. Their inspirational words were a perfect way to complete our workshop:
"I grew up wanting to be like Superwoman; what I've learned is that we can all be Superwomen, we just have to find our own unique path of flight!" - Luci
"It's kind of like an imaginary elixir for vision, taken with eighty ounces of sweat once a whenever for as long as you choose. Side effects may include irresistible urges to climb things, a heightened sense of alternative exits, and uncanny abilities to navigate anything." - Brandee
Despite the rainy weather, spirits were high and soon, even the novices were rearing to go. We began with introductions to get a feel of what kind of skill sets were being brought to the event. A lot of rock climbers, some martial artists, and as well as a few people with no real athletic background.
After a warm up consisting of dynamic stretching and an introduction to quadrupedal movement, we took a short jog to our next training spot. At this first station we went over some basic methods for scaling and descending from ledges. Drilling all the steps of the progressions was hard work, but everyone tackled the challenge admirably.
Taking a break from the heavy movements of the last station, we went over precision basics: arm swing, knees up, head over toes, etc. We did a quick team building exercise where, as a group, we would try to precision to a ledge and hold it for 5 seconds. If anyone stumbled, we would all do it together again. It was a simple drill, but ended up being pretty fun.
Then it was time to put some of our new found skills to use. We moved to a nearby area that had concrete benches and planters clustered together with a mix of heights ranging from shoulder to knee height. The instructors mapped out a route and demonstrated some possible ways to navigate the obstacles, then it was up to you to find your way.
As we went around the circuit, we would pause to give each lap a theme. The first lap was "getting to know the landscape," taking it slow and familiarizing ourselves. Next was "ease," finding the most comfortable way to move through the course. After that was "confidence," being masters of our environment. Finally came "exploration," playing with what was possible and taking time to have fun.
After a quick water break we headed over an area with a lot of rails. By this time it had begun raining heavily and we quickly scratched the rail-walking portion of the workshop. Instead we went over underbars and set up a flow exercise. The exercise consisted of a relay race where one team began at the bottom of the course and the other at the top. One person from one team would make their way up to the second team, navigating three rails sets along the way. They would then tag someone on the other team who would make their way back along the same course. When everyone in the teams ended up where they had started, the relay was done.
We retreated from the rain to do a final conditioning set. Then as we cooled down and stretched out, one of the instructors read two specially prepared letters from Luci Steel of Team Tempest and Brandee Laird of Parkour Visions. Their inspirational words were a perfect way to complete our workshop:
"I grew up wanting to be like Superwoman; what I've learned is that we can all be Superwomen, we just have to find our own unique path of flight!" - Luci
"It's kind of like an imaginary elixir for vision, taken with eighty ounces of sweat once a whenever for as long as you choose. Side effects may include irresistible urges to climb things, a heightened sense of alternative exits, and uncanny abilities to navigate anything." - Brandee
Sunday, November 21, 2010
Houston TX Women's Beginner's Workshop Review
Last month’s women’s beginner workshop in Houston, TX, USA was a great success! Our instructors came from all over the state to provide their diverse instructional talents. All the instructors met at the park an hour before the workshop to set up, scout out, and don fabulous pink shirts.
Pretty soon, the participants started arriving, looking excited! I led a moderate warm-up while Mandy and I went over what to expect, safety and logistics-wise, with the participants. When everyone was warm, we split into 7 different groups, each instructor leading their group to their specific movement station: rolls, wall runs, basic vaults, QMs, balance, underbars, and precisions, respectively. For the next hour or so, we stayed at our stations while the participants rotated every 20 minutes.
After making it halfway through the rotations, we called a 30 minute lunch/rehydration break, and munched on bananas and delicious tamales that one of Mandy’s friend’s business generously donated. Refueled and rehydrated, we took few pictures, and then it was back to the stations.
By the time we were on our 6th and 7th rotation, the boys (who had been swinging swords across the street and jumping around other parts of downtown) began to skirt the edges of the park in anticipation of the co-ed afterjam. We regrouped after the final rotation to complete the workshop with a long and leisurely cool-down and conditioning session, then let everyone loose to join what was soon becoming a massive jam.
Our awesome participants! You ladies rock!
Wonderful instructors! Thank you all so much! Top: Bethany, Crystal
Middle: Anne, Rachel, Tara, Jennifer, Autumn
Bottom: Timley, Patricia, Mandy, Becca
Photo Credits: Bethany Hodge, Tara Tschritter, Erika May.
Sunday, October 3, 2010
Event review of Day 3 JamNas Indonesia and updated links including Las Vegas Parkour
A short story from Ika, who attended Day 3 of JamNas in Indonesia.
"I was so happy. Yeah, I was happy just because I did it. That was probably a very simple vault for other girls, and boys (of course) but still, I was really proud of myself (I kept this proud for myself only). This is a big goal for me but maybe it is not special for the others. This is why I love parkour. I don't need to be like someone else. My progress is maybe too slow compared to others. Maybe I have too complicated worries-management (my own word) system inside my brain. But, again, this is me..."
You can read the full review here
The Links page has been updated with new groups including Las Vegas Parkour where Sylvia Maguina and her friends organize regular training sessions and they'd love for people to come join them :)
"I was so happy. Yeah, I was happy just because I did it. That was probably a very simple vault for other girls, and boys (of course) but still, I was really proud of myself (I kept this proud for myself only). This is a big goal for me but maybe it is not special for the others. This is why I love parkour. I don't need to be like someone else. My progress is maybe too slow compared to others. Maybe I have too complicated worries-management (my own word) system inside my brain. But, again, this is me..."
You can read the full review here
The Links page has been updated with new groups including Las Vegas Parkour where Sylvia Maguina and her friends organize regular training sessions and they'd love for people to come join them :)
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Indonesia National Jam Event Review: Military transport, mountains, Mbois (??)
Transported from in military convoys, climbing mountains and what does "mbois" mean? Is training with Parkour Generations ever the same if you don't have to train in the rain and be covered in mud? Puji and Rifna are two female practitioners among over 150 others who came from all over Indonesia to meet in Bandung for the National Jam 2010. Read their words here! http://www.girlparkour.com/page4.htm
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