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puck Sunset Elementary+ Documentary Session (11-7-09)

Yesterday a group of traceurs lit up Sunset Elementary with two back-to-back parkour jams. The first was organized by BAPK, and the second by some Napa Valley guys who wanted to shoot a documentary. A ton of people came and went as the day went on, each with something really great and unique to contribute: new insights, advice, or simply a great willingness to learn - usually all three. We began at the upper level where the playground is, generally goofing off and exploring the area. It was her… Continue

Added by puck on November 9, 2009 at 5:30pm — 2 Comments

puck Saratoga jam review

Yesterday I attended my first BAPK jam with Fyrel and Dogwithrabiez. They were both extremely friendly and patient with my lesser degree of skill, and really weren't afraid to point out my errors and help me improve. We started out with a bit of chatting, and moved on to vaults, then went to wall runs, balance, and flow. We wrapped up with some really intense QM training and did a short run. What's amazing is that I was really pushed my limits in each of these techniques, and drastically improv… Continue

Added by puck on October 25, 2009 at 11:42am — 1 Comment

jodie swing those arms!

If you've ever trained with me, you've heard me say over and over (other than lean forward) "SWING YOUR ARMS!" i have always been a fan of, and will every single time, tell you to use the full extension of your arm swing. swing both of your hands all the way (comfortably) behind you. as you swing your arms forward- don't bend at the elbows, keep them straight (other than the very slight natural bend that comes from remaining relaxed), don't tense up, and then reach out fully in front of y… Continue

Added by jodie on September 15, 2009 at 10:00am — 7 Comments

technique Hansen's photo contest

PLEASE vote for us! Jodie, Niko, Natasha & I were conditioning on Saturday, and after a death defying hike through Mile Rock Beach, we came across a Hansen's Soda Truck. They're giving away $500 a week to the best photo showing off SF, so we'd greatly appreciate it if you voted for our photo. The setup is by the ramp at the Ocean Beach Seawall, and while Jodie & Niko are freerunning,… Continue

Added by technique on September 8, 2009 at 11:54am — 7 Comments

kingtheking Quitting Soda

Since 7th grade i've been addicted to one of the most unhealthy beverages known to mankind, soda. For some reason it took me till now to realize how much better shape I could be in if I just stopped. Starting today I'm going to try my best to drink water instead of soda, and hopefully lose some monumental poundage. Not sure why but I felt like writing this made it more official... like a pledge or something, idk. Continue

Added by kingtheking on August 19, 2009 at 3:12am — 11 Comments

June Huang Women's Jam This Past Sunday

This past Sunday, I finally met up with the women of PK. It was great and everyone was super nice. I really have to move to SF to enjoy the full benefits of hanging out with the SF Pk-ers. Jodie was really encouraging and I did a lot more QM exercises than I would have done by myself. We started off along the Embarcadero, by the Ferry building, doing warmups and whatnot. Then, we moved to this rooftop garden which was beautiful and peaceful. Here, we could do a lot more since there weren't anyo… Continue

Added by June Huang on July 28, 2009 at 1:03pm — 2 Comments

technique How to Treat a Bad Ankle

Thought you'd all like this one. http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/07/08/how-to-fix-bad-ankles/ Continue

Added by technique on July 9, 2009 at 9:00am — 2 Comments

kingtheking Im bAcK

hey! so i haven't been able to train as much if at all in the city latley. I've been really busy with summer school and everything else going on. hopefully ill break the trend and start coming to the jams more often! oh and im trying to learn how to do a turn vault without landing on a ledge. so... like turn vault into a cat position... any advice? Continue

Added by kingtheking on June 26, 2009 at 7:30pm — 1 Comment

Haku Training Log 2

Today was a rest day for me with no real training commitments, so I decided to prepare a sampler video. This is another thing I have been putting off...I would film a little bit, play it back, not like it, and then delete the video altogether. I kept on telling myself that I should train more until I film and put a video up on the Internet, but I am now forcing myself to put a video up. I noticed that some people on YouTube who are now considerably skilled Traceurs had “noob” videos. In those vi… Continue

Added by Haku on June 21, 2009 at 5:27pm — No Comments

Haku Training Log 1

Hello everyone! It's about time I get around to this...I was supposed to start making “progress posts” throughout the year, but school took up a LOT of my time. But now that summer is finally here, I have much more time to practice what I love most - Parkour, Freerunning, and Tricking. I only had time to practice for maybe 1 or 2 hours every 3 days or so during the school months, but I have created a schedule for this summer that consists of 6 days of practice from afternoon till sundown. This… Continue

Added by Haku on June 20, 2009 at 1:30am — 1 Comment

marisa ProParkour Against Competition SHIRTS!

I just got the shirts I ordered and they look good! The design works (omgnoway!) and I'm satisfied with the printing. You can now get your own in a variety of styles/colors here. If you would like to make a bulk run or if you have access to your own screen printing, let me know and I will send you the file.

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Added by marisa on June 15, 2009 at 3:00pm — 8 Comments

AeroSFCity Inability to teach

I'm starting to lose my ability to teach. I dunno if it's my style or what. People seem to be going elsewhere to get advice and help. I think I'm going to change my focus back to the small scale and solo sessions train hard and keep my mouth shut. I'm gonna stick two just being the old Aero, so ask Seng,Jodie or Chris for awhile for instruction at the sessions cause I don't feel like leading anyone down anymore bad paths or to bad habits. Not trying to be a lazy asshole or anything, I just sinc… Continue

Added by AeroSFCity on June 10, 2009 at 1:00am — 10 Comments

Niko Washington Parkour

Hey BApk.. Just got back from an awesome session at NWCrossfit in Seattle. Led by Rafe, an undoubtedly experienced and progression-minded traceur, we trained rail balances and precisions, rolls, and worked on flow through an obstacle course. We did some conditioning and weight training as well, working deadlifts, ring dips and muscle ups. I'm beat! Best of all it was FREE (for first timers). A must attend for anyone in the area. Unfortu… Continue

Added by Niko on June 10, 2009 at 12:00am — 3 Comments

orem SoCal Group Session no. 1 (jUiCyLA)

June 6 Heck of a session today, Socal really started the summer off right. We held our first Monthly jam of the season and it was just as crazy a time as the ones from last year :) Never got an official head count, but I'd say upwards of 40 traceurs and traceuses made it out to UCLA to hit up the usual favorite areas and enjoy the sunny weather (it was supposed to be cloudy but it wasn't, HA). Spirit was high and we all seemed to have a good time playing and sweating together. Some of my best… Continue

Added by orem on June 7, 2009 at 2:16am — 8 Comments

June Huang Paris!

Hello All! Summer is upon us and I will be in Paris until July 1st, so I won't be able to attend any jams or sessions for June. I do want to get better and I think I've achieved most of the goals I wanted for Spring 2009 so I can't wait to come back and improve with you guys in San Jose, San Francisco, and especially the girls of BAPK. Hope you won't miss me too much and I will you see soon. Cheers! Continue

Added by June Huang on June 5, 2009 at 8:46am — 7 Comments

Xavier Shay I'm coming to SF June 2 - 12

Hello friends, I'll be in town for bit at the start of June! I'm heading down to Yosemite from Sunday - Tuesday, so will miss Sunday jam and Monday conditioning :( Are you guys still training on Friday nights? Looking forward to seeing the BAPK crew again soon! Xav Continue

Added by Xavier Shay on May 27, 2009 at 11:14am — 4 Comments

Youssif Had a great time at the West Coast Jam !!

Hi guys - me (Jen) and Youssif want to say thank you to everyone who organized the jam and the barbecue !! Youssif had a great time and learned some new stuff. Thanks to everyone who gave him pointers & guidance, as always !! I had a great time too, it's always fun hanging out with you guys. =) Continue

Added by Youssif on May 25, 2009 at 10:39am — 2 Comments

Pyromatic Thank you Bapk!

I would like to say thank you to all of Bapk. I started school last August (at USF), and was interested in trying out Parkour, which I had learned about from the pkcali link. At first I was nervous that the members would not accept me or that it would be hard being a beginner. I was very wrong. From that beginning day, Bapk members have been nothing but helpful, kind, instructive and motivating (not to mention they design cool looking t-shirts). When I had a question or concern, there was someo… Continue

Added by Pyromatic on May 23, 2009 at 1:49am — 1 Comment

Mackenzie saw this on Bart's twitter: http://www.crossfitmarin.com/blog/?p=258

saw this on Bart's twitter: http://www.crossfitmarin.com/blog/?p=258 Continue

Added by Mackenzie on May 20, 2009 at 2:39pm — No Comments

kyle the power withen

hi my name is kyle i love parkour and even started my own group in napa but it seems there is a lot of drama that comes with running a group. you have to plan and call and run after people . some thime it simple . i have noticed that the more simple it is the more fun people . reallly with this blog im just telling you my likes and dislikes about running a group. dont get me rong it's a blast but it tacks a lot.first you got the people who try to destroy your group just because their jellous. th… Continue

Added by kyle on May 12, 2009 at 7:49pm — 2 Comments

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SafeNSure commented on The_Monkeyman's event 'A simple warm up/pk in action session'
...that is, if somebody kicks me down from bed in time, I can walk straight, etc. :)
4 hours ago
The_Monkeyman added an event
A simple warm up/pk in action session at http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=5th+ave.+and+Lake+st.+San+Francisco,+CA&sll=37.787454,-122.469943&sspn=0.007834,0.01929&gl=us&ie=UTF8&hq=&hnear=Lake+St+%26+5th+Ave,+San+Francisco,+California+94118&ll=37.788404,-122.463613&spn=0
November 22, 2009 from 11am to 12pm
So here is the plan: Meeting up at 5th ave. and Lake St., warm up, and then we'll head to the Lower Presidio place - running, climbing, jumping, swinging, our way to the point B. Once we're there, we'll join the traditional Sunday session.
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Seng and Duperhero are attending Bay Area Parkour's event
November 22, 2009 from 12pm to 3:30pm
Basic/beginners training provided, but ALL LEVELS present and WELCOME! This location can be a little out of way if unfamiliar with the Presidio, so consider RIDES! Easy parking at the Presidio YMCA Main Post gym, right there... Warm up (and late...
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puck replied to puck's discussion 'South Bay Shirts' in the group South Bay
here's the while design plastered onto blue
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Duperhero commented on Bay Area Parkour's event 'BApk End of the Year Party!'
sweet
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thims joined Parapsycho's group
East Bay Traceurs
A group for those in the East Bay area to organize practice sessions and jams.
8 hours ago
jodie commented on jodie's event 'Womens Training -- Saturday 11/28'
only a week out now, Erin! Of course Hattie, would love to have you! you can talk texas stuff with Quinn (Nick Jr.) :)
10 hours ago
hattie fletcher commented on jodie's event 'Womens Training -- Saturday 11/28'
i'm a teenager. i'm from san fransisco orginally and live in houston now, so i'm coming out for the weekend. can i join you guys?
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hattie fletcher and Nick Jr. are attending jodie's event
Womens Training -- Saturday 11/28 at West Sunset Community Center
November 28, 2009 from 12pm to 3pm
... in the running for best training spot of 2009! If this is your first session, there is no better time and place to begin! Plan for a some necessary conditioning when you get here before jumping into it. This training provides a healthy atmos...
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hattie fletcher and kristy graves joined Bay Area Parkour
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puck added a discussion to the group South Bay
South Bay Shirts
Let's get some designs going for BAPK south bay shirts. I just whipped these up - they've got a bit more of a graphic tee feel to 'em - lemme know what you think. here's a washed-out white version of the same design for a royal blue background
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Rome commented on Bay Area Parkour's event 'Gym Jam in Marin'
@Quinn Sure no problem. Can you make it to mountain lake park or I could pick you up somewhere else if that's more convenient.
13 hours ago
marisa replied to puck's discussion 'District 13-U Physics'
Yes I would! Does it have subtitles?
16 hours ago
puck commented on Bay Area Parkour's event 'BApk End of the Year Party!'
@jodie: I do it for the mystique.
16 hours ago
Guardian Caleb commented on Guardian Caleb's event 'Women’s Free Running workshop!'
That would be pretty rad! enough time to plan out maybe...lol, It will certanly be a fun great day of training :)
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kristy graves joined hillexallen's group
Beginners
It would be nice if any brand-new-kid-on-the-block (only absolute beginners, without previous experience training parkour, or at least training with others...) would want to tell us about their first day impressions here. Thanks, BAPK
17 hours ago
Just Steve is attending Bay Area Parkour's event
BApk End of the Year Party! at Presidio Sports Basement
December 12, 2009 from 2pm to 4pm
Come join your BApk friends and family to celebrate a great year of training, hard work and progression. There will be refreshments in honor of Jason (duperhero) leaving town for a year, and a 20% discount across the store. Come out, celebrate an...
18 hours ago
Nils commented on Bay Area Parkour's event 'Gym Jam in Marin'
I'll be at the meeting spot at 5:30 with a car and 4 extra seats. Happy to give a ride or get one from somebody else.
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Bonez415 replied to hillexallen's discussion 'FIGHT AGAINST COMMERCIALIZATION: WFPF'
Well... if you think about it the speed round was the most parkour nature of the whole show... all the other parts were both pk and fr mixed... i love the speed round... you have to think quick and just try and execute... in the real worl you have...
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