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AeroSFCity is hosting their 2nd gym jam at CrossFit Marin Gym this Saturday, February 27th from 6-10PM.  All levels of experience are invited to train, get some help and have fun.  Entry fee is $15 and well worth it for the gym time!  Please see the forum thread for details and signup info - http://www.sfparkour.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3640

Upcoming SF Parkour monthly sessions for February:

Beginner’s Class
Saturday, February 13, 2010 at 12 noon @ UC Berkeley
http://www.sfparkour.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3596
The Beginner’s Class is geared towards first timers, and lasts 1.5 hours. The emphasis will be on controlled progression and will cover: philosophy of parkour, training, conditioning and safety tips, and basic movements such as vaults, landings and rolls. Taking photos/videos at this session is discouraged. Check out the sample agenda for details. Attendees are also welcome to hang out, continue training or have an open jam after the class ends. Remember, classes are always FREE!

Monthly Jam
February 21, 2010 - 11:30AM @ San Jose
http://www.sfparkour.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3601
Hosted by the San Jose Parkour Team!  Will start early for breakfast and will be roaming all over San Jose with specific checkpoints at certain times if you want to skip some parts and still meet up with the group.  Check the thread for details and contacts.

The Monthly Jam is all about connecting with other traceurs, whether from other areas, cities, or communities around the Bay… and beyond! This is essentially a “National Jam” for the Bay Area. There are always regulars as well as new faces. Beginners are always welcome! Jams typically last 3-4+ hours, and while unstructured and open will still begin with a meet’n'greet and warmup, then end with a clean up time. Participants are encouraged to jam, condition, drill, have parkour-related discussions, get help from others, teach Beginners and just hang out.

Other Info

There are several weekly training sessions led by SFPK community members in San Francisco, Berkeley, Sacramento, Santa Rosa, and elsewhere around the Bay. Check out the Standing Jams and Classes & Instruction forums, as well as the 2010 Schedule for SF Parkour Beginner’s Classes & Monthly Jams for more info!

We need your input! Help shape and grow the SFPK community by contributing ideas to the 2010 Planning thread.

Upcoming SF Parkour monthly sessions for January:

Beginner’s Class
Saturday, January 9, 2010 at 12 noon @ San Francisco
http://www.sfparkour.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3528
The Beginner’s Class is geared towards first timers, and lasts 1.5 hours. The emphasis will be on controlled progression and will cover: philosophy of parkour, training, conditioning and safety tips, and basic movements such as vaults, landings and rolls. Taking photos/videos at this session is discouraged. Check out the sample agenda for details. Attendees are also welcome to hang out, continue training or have an open jam after the class ends. Remember, classes are always FREE!

Monthly Jam
Sunday, January 17, 2010 - 12 Noon @ Oak Ridge High School, Sacramento
http://www.sfparkour.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3526
The Monthly Jam is all about connecting with other traceurs, whether from other areas, cities, or communities around the Bay… and beyond! This is essentially a “National Jam” for the Bay Area. There are always regulars as well as new faces. Beginners are always welcome! Jams typically last 3-4+ hours, and while unstructured and open will still begin with a meet’n'greet and warmup, then end with a clean up time. Participants are encouraged to jam, condition, drill, have parkour-related discussions, get help from others, teach Beginners and just hang out.

Other Info

There are several weekly training sessions led by SFPK community members in San Francisco, Berkeley, Sacramento, Santa Rosa, and elsewhere around the Bay. Check out the Standing Jams and Classes & Instruction forums, as well as the 2010 Schedule for SF Parkour Beginner’s Classes & Monthly Jams for more info!

For a recap of 2009 read the SF Parkour Monthly Jams - 2009 Year in Review and SFPK Year in Review 2009 threads.

We need your input!  Help shape and grow the SFPK community by contributing ideas to the 2010 Planning thread.

Upcoming SF Parkour monthly sessions for December:

Beginner’s Class
Saturday, December 12, 2009 at 12 noon @ San Francisco
http://www.sfparkour.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3448
Please note - Rain may cancel this class, please see thread for updates.
The Beginner’s Class is geared towards first timers, and lasts 1.5 hours. The emphasis will be on controlled progression and will cover: philosophy of parkour, training, conditioning and safety tips, and basic movements such as vaults, landings and rolls. Taking photos/videos at this session is discouraged. Check out the sample agenda for details. Attendees are also welcome to hang out, continue training or have an open jam after the class ends. Remember, classes are always FREE!

Monthly Jam
Sunday, December 20, 2009 - 12 Noon @ Capuchino High School, San Bruno
http://www.sfparkour.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3451
The Monthly Jam is all about connecting with other traceurs, whether from other areas, cities, or communities around the Bay… and beyond! There are always regulars, as well as new faces. Beginners are always welcome. Jams typically last 3-4+ hours, and while unstructured and open will still include introductions, warmup, cooldown and clean up time. Participants are encouraged to jam, condition, drill, have parkour-related discussions, get help from others, teach Beginners and just hang out.

Ongoing Weekly Sessions
There are several daily and weekly training sessions led by SFPK community members in San Francisco, Berkeley, Sacramento, Santa Rosa, and elsewhere. Check out the Upcoming Jams forum and the 2009 Schedule for SF Parkour: Beginner’s Class, Monthly Jam and Weekly Sessions for more info!

AeroSFCity is inviting traceurs to the first Parkour Gym Jam at CrossFit Marin this Saturday, November 21st from 6PM to 10PM.  Cost is $15, and well worth it for both gym access and instruction if you want it.  Please check out the details at http://www.sfparkour.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3403. 

Also, participants can also spend the night at the gym for the Monthly Jam on Sunday!

Upcoming SF Parkour monthly sessions for November:

Beginner’s Class
Saturday, November 14, 2009 at 12 noon @ UC Berkeley
http://www.sfparkour.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3347
The Beginner’s Class is geared towards first timers, and lasts 1.5 hours. The emphasis will be on controlled progression and will cover: philosophy of parkour, training, conditioning and safety tips, and basic movements such as vaults, landings and rolls. Taking photos/videos at this session is discouraged. Check out the sample agenda for details. Attendees are also welcome to hang out, continue training or have an open jam after the class ends. Remember, classes are always FREE!

Monthly Jam
Sunday, November 22, 2009 - 12 Noon @ Santa Rosa
http://www.sfparkour.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3364
The Monthly Jam is all about connecting with other traceurs, whether from other areas, cities, or communities around the Bay… and beyond! There are always regulars, as well as new faces. Beginners are always welcome. Jams typically last 3-4+ hours, and while unstructured and open will still include introductions, warmup, cooldown and clean up time. Participants are encouraged to jam, condition, drill, have parkour-related discussions, get help from others, teach Beginners and just hang out.

Ongoing Weekly Sessions
There are several daily and weekly training sessions led by SFPK community members in San Francisco, Berkeley, Sacramento, Santa Rosa, and elsewhere. Check out the Upcoming Jams forum and the 2009 Schedule for SF Parkour: Beginner’s Class, Monthly Jam and Weekly Sessions for more info!

Upcoming SF Parkour monthly sessions for October:

Beginner’s Class
Saturday, October 10th, 2009 - 12 Noon @ San Francisco
http://www.sfparkour.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3261
The Beginner’s Class is geared towards first timers and those just getting started. The structured class will be led by SFPK Admins, Area Reps, and various members of the community, and typically lasts 1.5-2+ hours. The emphasis will be on getting beginners started off on the right foot to begin training safely through controlled progression. The class will cover: philosophy of parkour, training and safety tips, basic skills, fundamental movements and much more! Taking photos/videos at this session is discouraged. Check out the sample agenda for details. Remember, classes are always FREE!

Monthly Jam
Sunday, October 18th, 2009 - 12 Noon @ Sacramento
Details coming soon, please check here for details!
The Monthly Jam is all about connecting with other traceurs, whether from other areas, cities, or communities around the Bay… and beyond! There are always regulars, as well as new faces. Beginners are always welcome. Jams typically last 3-4+ hours, and while unstructured and open will still include a warmup, cooldown and clean up time. Participants are encouraged to jam, condition, drill, have parkour-related discussions, get help from others, teach Beginners and just hang out.

Ongoing Weekly Sessions
There are several daily and weekly training sessions led by SFPK community members in San Francisco, Berkeley, Sacramento, Santa Rosa, and elsewhere.  Check out the Upcoming Jams forum and the 2009 Schedule for SF Parkour: Beginner’s Class, Monthly Jam and Weekly Sessions for more info!

Upcoming SF Parkour monthly sessions for September:

Beginner’s Class
Saturday, September 12th, 2009 - 12 Noon @ UC Berkeley
http://www.sfparkour.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3167
The Beginner’s Class is geared towards first timers and those just getting started. The structured class will be led by SFPK Admins, Area Reps, and various members of the community, and typically lasts 1.5-2+ hours. The emphasis will be on getting beginners started off on the right foot to begin training safely through controlled progression. The class will cover: philosophy of parkour, training and safety tips, basic skills, fundamental movements and much more! Taking photos/videos at this session is discouraged. Check out the sample agenda for details. Remember, classes are always FREE!

Monthly Jam
Sunday, September 20th, 2009 - 12 Noon @ UC Santa Cruz
http://www.sfparkour.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3156
The Monthly Jam is all about connecting with other traceurs, whether from other areas, cities, or communities around the Bay… and beyond! There are always regulars, as well as new faces. Beginners are always welcome. Jams typically last 3-4+ hours, and while unstructured and open will still include a warmup, cooldown and clean up time. Participants are encouraged to jam, condition, drill, have parkour-related discussions, get help from others, teach Beginners and just hang out.

Ongoing Weekly Sessions
There are several daily and weekly training sessions led by SFPK community members in San Francisco, Berkeley, Sacramento, Santa Rosa, and elsewhere.  Check out the Upcoming Jams forum and the 2009 Schedule for SF Parkour: Beginner’s Class, Monthly Jam and Weekly Sessions for more info!

Please give our friend Ozzi from Hawaii Parkour a warm welcome and come out on Thursday to jam around the Bay! Join in for the whole thing or just for parts, all up to you.

11:30AM - Lunch
1-3:30PM - Jam in downtown Embarcadero
4-7+ - Jam at UC Berkeley

For full details please visit the jam organization thread at - http://www.sfparkour.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3048

The next SFPK Beginner’s Class is this Saturday in San Francisco at noon! This class is geared towards first-timers and those just getting started. The structured class will be led by SFPK Admins, Area Reps, and various members of the community, and typically lasts 1.5-2 hours. The class will cover: philosophy of parkour, safety techniques, a vigorous warmup, fundamental movements and vaults. The emphasis will be on safety through controlled progression. Taking photos/videos at this session is discouraged. Check out the sample agenda for details. Remember, classes are always FREE!

Location: Southeast corner of Market St. at Steuart St. (aside Justin Herman Plaza)

Will be another fun get together at the July Monthly Jam in Berkeley at MLK High School, on Sunday July 19th at 12 noon.  See you there!

For more details, and to let us know you’re coming, please visit - http://www.sfparkour.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2942

Join us for the next SFPK Beginner’s Class is this Saturday, 7/11  at noon on the UC Berkeley campus! These classes are free, and we’ll go over all the basic skills for getting past obstacles. We’ll go over rolls, basic vault variations, safety techniques and conditioning exercises. The class is about an hour and a half or a bit over, and is a great introduction to parkour. More information here. See you this weekend!

SFPK Beginner’s Class - Saturday, June 13th @ 12 Noon, San Francisco

The Beginner’s Class is geared towards first timers and those just getting started. The structured class will be led by SFPK Admins, Area Reps, and various members of the community, and typically lasts 1.5-2+ hours. The emphasis will be on getting beginners started off on the right foot to begin training safely through controlled progression.

The class will cover:
- philosophy of parkour
- training and safety tips
- basic skills
- fundamental movements
- and much more!

Taking photos/videos at this session is discouraged, participate instead! Check out the sample agenda for details. Remember, classes are always FREE!

For details, please see - http://www.sfparkour.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2830

San Jose Jam - Sunday, June 14th @ 10AM in San Jose

After last month’s SFPK Monthly Jam in San Jose the attendees couldn’t wait to go back for more, so Mattastic from SJPK is hosting another big jam for us.  This will be an all-day mobile jam, so show up early and hang as long as you can!

For details, please see - http://www.sfparkour.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2811

Come out and enjoy a parkour-packed weekend in the Bay Area!  2 big jams intended to bring traceurs together to share, collaborate, explore new spots, meet new people, make new friends, hang and chill out, and just have fun!

Massive West Coast Jam
Saturday, May 23rd @ 11AM in SF
Organized and hosted by BApk and PKCali.  West Coast traceurs unite!  For more info, please see - http://www.sfparkour.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2573

SFPK May Monthly Jam
Sunday, May 24th @ 10AM in San Jose
Hosted by SJPK.  Part running jam!  For more info, please see - http://www.sfparkour.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2723

Jam soon!

What
SF Parkour is partnering with the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy to give back to one of our favorite hot spots by restoring a popular trail here: the Batteries to Bluffs trail. This is the one that goes down along where we hold our “Bunker” jams. This is a great way for the parkour community to give back at one of the places we use a lot, so let’s all get out there and represent by improving the area. It also happens to be one of the best places around here to jam, so at noon when the trail restoration ends we’ll have a jam there. Bring your friends, bring sunscreen!

Plus, this is good timing because the West Coast Regional Jam will be held here the following week, so it’s our chance to spruce it up a bit first.

So show your community spirit and join us at 9AM at the Bunkers (aka Battery Godfrey).

When
Saturday 5/16, 9AM to noon.

Where
Battery Godfrey at 9AM (that’s where there’s the parking lot and usual meeting location).

What to Bring
Tools, snacks, and beverages will be provided. Please wear clothes that can get dirty, long pants, close-toed shoes, layers for changing weather, and rain gear if necessary. Also, bring a personal water bottle and sunscreen. Sounds like there’s a waiver we sign there, but TBD how that works as it’s a special group thing they’re organizing for us.
For more details, and to let us know you’re coming, please visit the thread - http://www.sfparkour.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2590

This coming Saturday, May 9th brings several jams around the Bay, including:

SFPK Beginner’s Class
12 Noon @ UC Berkeley
http://www.sfparkour.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2744

Women’s Jam
11AM @ Christopher Park, San Francisco
http://www.sfparkour.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2731

Susan G. Komen “Race for the Cure” charity event
Come join the SFPK Team in the 5K “Race for the Cure” charity run!  Anyone and everyone is welcome to join.  For info on the event or how to donate to the cause, please check the thread at -
http://www.sfparkour.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2413

Also get ready for May’s SFPK Monthly Jam in San Jose, hosted by Matt and SJPK, on 5/24, the day after the big West Coast Jam!

Ladies!

I know it is kinda last minute on this post but come on out to George Washington High School for a women’s jam!

The address intersection is Anza St & 30th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121

Come share your light with other female practioners from 12 noon to 3:30.

We look forward to seeing you there!

YAY!

Lauren

For more details, to contact Lauren, or to let everyone know you’re attending (not required, you can just show up!) please check out the forum thread at - http://www.sfparkour.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2714

The SFPK Monthly Jams are designed to connect traceurs and parkour communities all around the Bay, as well as highlight new jam locations.  April brings us to Santa Rosa, hosted by North Bay SFPK Area Rep Beretta and the SR parkour community.  Please join us at 12 noon on Sunday, April 19th for an afternoon of training, jamming, connecting, sharing and a ton of fun!  Beginners are always welcome, and can get help on getting started at the Jam.  See you there!

For more details, check the forum thread here and let us know if you’re coming!

Want to learn more about parkour and give it a shot?  Come join the free SFPK Beginner’s Class this Saturday, April 11th at the Embarcadero in San Francisco at 12 noon!  Anyone and everyone is welcome to attend.  The class is taught by members of the SFPK community, and will cover the background and intent of parkour, guidelines on safety and proper training, basic movements and more.

For more info and details, please visit the forum thread here.

You can also check out the full 2009 Schedule here.

Jam soon!

A bit of news from SF Parkour for April:

Friday, April 3rd - GOAT Day!  Go Out And Train, as the forums will be closed (read only, no posting allowed) this Friday.  Learn more here.

Sunday, April 5th - SFPK Group Conditioning Session in Berkeley.
Saturday, April 11th - SFPK Beginner’s Class in SF.
Sunday, April 19th - SFPK Monthly Jam in Santa Rosa.
For more info on these 3 monthly sessions, please check the 2009 Schedule which has links to all these and more.

For other jams, conditioning and training sessions set up by community members all around the Bay, please visit the Upcoming Jams forum.

Also be sure to become a “fan” of our new SF Parkour Facebook page!

Keep training and we’ll jam soon!

Ladies of Parkour!

Whether you are new to parkour or a long practicing traceuse, I invite you to join Jodie and myself for a Women’ Jam this Saturday.

This will be a great opportunity for some of us females to practice and swap spit about this multi-dimensional discipline. We will begin with a warm up, some conditioning, and then move into technique. This will be a safe and fun learning experience to all of us wanting to step up our game when it comes to training.

Time: March 28, 2009 from 11am to 2pm
Location: Christopher Park/Playground

Google Map Link

I look forward to meeting all of you ladies, and if you have any further inquires, please don’t hesitate to shoot me an email…

Lauren

For more details, to contact Lauren, or to let everyone know you’re attending (not required, you can just show up!) please check out the forum thread at - http://www.sfparkour.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2582

Come join us at the SFPK March Monthly Jam in Sacramento this Sunday, March 22nd.  Details at - http://www.sfparkour.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2439  Beginners are always welcome!

Also, there are 4 more spots available at AeroSFCity’s Parkour Class at Acrosports in San Francisco.  Please check out the details to sign up at - http://www.sfparkour.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2224

Jam soon!

Friday, March 6th - GOAT Day

SFPK’s 2nd monthly “Go Out And Train” (GOAT) Day.  The forum will be closed for posting, as a reminder to all to get offline and go train!  Learn more here.

Upcoming Jams

Berkeley Jam - Saturday, March 7th @ 2PM
SFPK Beginner’s Class - Saturday, March 14th in Berkeley @ 12PM
SFPK Monthly Jam - Sunday, March 22nd in Sacramento @ 12PM

Remember to keep an eye on the Upcoming Jams section and the 2009 Monthly Schedule for other jams, training and conditioning sessions, Beginner’s Classes and more going on in your local area!

A quick update on what’s coming up in February for the SF Parkour community:

Friday, February 6th - GOAT Day
SFPK’s 2nd monthly “Go Out And Train” (GOAT) Day.  The forum will be closed for posting, as a reminder to all to get offline and go train!  Learn more here.

Saturday, February 14th @ 12 Noon in SF - Beginner’s Class
After a fantastic class in January in Berkeley, the Beginner’s Class rotates to San Francisco in February.  The Beginner’s Class is geared towards first timers and those just getting started. The structured class will be led by SFPK Admins, Area Reps, and various members of the community, and typically lasts 1.5-2+ hours. The emphasis will be on getting beginners started off on the right foot to begin training safely through controlled progression. The class will cover: philosophy of parkour, training and safety tips, basic skills, fundamental movements and much more!  Remember, classes are always FREE!  Details here.

Sunday, February 22nd @ 12 Noon at UCSC - Monthly Jam
The Monthly Jam is all about connecting with other traceurs, whether from other areas, cities, or communities around the Bay… and beyond! There are always regulars, as well as new faces. Beginners are always welcome. Jams typically last 3-4+ hours, and while unstructured and open will still include a warmup, cooldown and clean up time. Participants are encouraged to jam, condition, drill, have parkour-related discussions, get help from others, teach Beginners and just hang out.  Details here.

Plus there are many other jams and training sessions going on all over the Bay Area, including Davis, Berkeley, San Francisco, Sacramento, San Mateo and more!  Check out the Upcoming Jams forum, as well as the 2009 Schedule for Monthly SFPK Sessions: Group Conditioning, Beginners, Monthly Jams.

Jam soon!

2009 is off to a great start!  There’s a ton of jams being set up around the Bay, in addition to SFPK’s 3 monthly sessions.  Be sure to check out the “2009 Schedule for Monthly SFPK Sessions: Group Conditioning, Beginners, Monthly Jams” and get out there and train!

Sunday, Feb. 1st @ 12 Noon in Berkeley will be our 2nd Group Conditioning and Training Session, featuring a lot of conditioning through repetitive movements.

Formal, structured classes are available at gyms, as well as more informal classes available outdoors.  See the “Classes & Instruction” forum for details.

Last, we wanted to feature a parkour documentary created by SFPK community member Edgar Yudkevich titled “Art of Movement” which is a great vid featuring a few local traceurs.  Definitely check it out on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hD3IN__Ve5I (2 parts), and feel free to comment and discuss it on the forum.

Keep training hard and safely, and jam soon!