From the movie Running Free
Parkour is a special kind of art that involves moving in the most quick and efficient way possible. The goal is to choose a path and move through obstacles at top speed. Free running is similar, but takes the tack of a sport more than an art form in that the efficiency of parkour is translated into aesthetic flips and maneuvers meant more for showing off than for getting around. Free running is exciting and dangerous.
Instructions
1. Watch videos of free running moves before taking the practice to a safe (read: not a rooftop) area to practice. (See Resources below.)
2. Work on training your body and mind. You have to be strong, fast and agile in your entire body. Cross train by practicing running, push ups or with other strength training exercises. Mentally, you have to practice being able to spot a setup for a move, and execute without hesitation.
3. Enroll in a gymnastics class. This will teach you move for your flips and tricks.
4. Look for a free running group or class. Start with Meetups.com, which may have a free running meet-up in your area (see Resources below).
5. Ask to join any free runners that you see practicing, and try to pick up on their moves or ask for tips.
6. Practice, practice, practice. Make sure that your moves are perfected before you take them to dangerous locations, like rooftops or balconies.
Tags: free running, Resources below