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American Parkour has produced a video tutorial (The Tribe Tutorial Volume 1) that teaches complete beginners the most common basics in Parkour. This is a great starting point to train in foundational movements and commit them to muscle-memory. Without any conscious thought, you will be able to maneuver your body through obstacles and evolve into intermediate Parkour moves. The explanation is insightful and discusses how to execute the Parkour move and what mistakes to avoid. While the video tutorial lasts for 45 minutes, there are lots of details. It is advisable to learn the Parkour moves at your own pace and rewatch any specific move that you need to. Besides the video tutorial, the DVD contains PDF tutorials that can be printed and be conveniently taken to...

Before getting started on Parkour training, it’s advisable to have a good pair of shoes. The ideal Parkour shoes should be light in weight, durable, have adequate cushioning, and provide good traction on a variety of surfaces. The general rule to keep in mind is that the shoes should allow you to move as freely as you can, just like being bare-footed. Light in weight Shoes that are light-weight help when you’re doing precision jumps and leaps. The shoes should feel ‘weightless’, to allow your body to move naturally. Durable It is important for your pair of shoes to cope with the demands of Parkour. They must not rip or tear easily during training. Be especially concerned with the soles. Instead of having glued on components, the soles...