Our teen parkour programs provide youth a crucial space for developing themselves. Through teamwork, creative movement, and problem-solving, teens learn the confidence and bravery to approach all of life’s challenges.
Seattle Locations
The University of Washington is still our OG Seattle location, but don’t miss out on our two indoor locations at Garfield Community Center and Tukwila Community Center.
Satellite programs will continue at Hiawatha Playfield in West Seattle, Paramount Park in Shoreline, atop Beacon Hill at Jefferson Park, and in the old growth forest of Lincoln Park!
Teen Parkour Classes
Our high-energy, interactive classes will have teens jumping, climbing, swinging, rolling, and crawling around your local park! Our parkour classes guide teens as they learn to set goals, overcome fear, collaborate, and problem-solve. Every class includes a group warm-up, falling safety instruction, skill technique practice, movement games, and obstacle coursing.
Teens 16+ may take our teen/adult classes and participate in our volunteer work trade program.
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This program develops confidence and parkour skills, covering jumping, vaulting, climbing, balance, and quadrupedal movement. Each class includes ukemi (falling safety) and skill applications like games and obstacle courses. Students of all levels will begin classes together and then branch off into distinct groups for skill practice based on their individual capabilities and experience. This allows students to bond with friends across their age group during games and group activities and still allows students to develop skills based on their personal capacity and physical competency.
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This program develops confidence and parkour skills, covering jumping, vaulting, climbing, balance, and quadrupedal movement. Each class includes ukemi (falling safety) and skill applications like games and obstacle courses. Students of all levels will begin classes together and then branch off into distinct groups for skill practice based on their individual capabilities and experience. This allows students to bond with friends across their age group during games and group activities and still allows students to develop skills based on their personal capacity and physical competency.
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Learn to navigate obstacles safely when adding speed. Students will practice parkour skills with an emphasis on speed, agility, and falling safety while minimizing impact on the body. Each session will include an obstacle course or speed game to test your skills. Suitable for both competitive and non-competitive students, this class can prepare students for speed competitions such as WCPKC.
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Our Parkour Team offers a fantastic opportunity for self-motivated young athletes in a structured long-format class (90-120 minutes). In this program, your child will deepen their understanding of foundational skills and learn exciting new techniques like vaults, climb-ups, and cat backs. They’ll build strength and agility, allowing them to safely access faster and more powerful movements. As participants in the Youth Team, they’ll also gain valuable skills in creating their own lines, spotting challenges, and assessing risks safely. It’s a wonderful way for them to unleash their potential while having fun!
Youth Parkour Team
Established in 2019, the Parkour Visions Youth Team welcomes students 9–18 looking to challenge themselves in new ways. Youth Team meets weekly during the school year. It promotes a rigorous physical and mental routine focused on nurturing well-rounded athletes and community leaders, while still providing a fun, social training experience.
Coach TRAINING
Teens 16+ are eligible to apply for our 12-week Leap to Lead Parkour Coach Development Program. We run this program twice a year in spring and fall. Students learn coaching through parkour skill development, Socratic discussion, role play, and practical experience. Scholarships are available.
PKV Community Jams
Each season, PKV hosts beginner-friendly community jams. We will spend about an hour warming up, learning fundamentals, and playing games. After that, we'll "jam" for another hour or so (jam means less structured training, playing, and trying challenges).
These events are free and open to ages 16+. All participants must sign the waiver before attending.
Teen Leadership Program
Are you a teen who loves playing outdoors? Are you conscientious, thoughtful, and a good role model for kids? If so, you're invited to apply to our Teen Leadership Program! Teen leaders learn the basics of parkour coaching and are eligible for a stipend or school volunteer hours for volunteering at classes or events.
More information coming soon! Sign up for our newsletter to get notified when applications open for 2024.
Seattle teen Schedule
Our parkour programs serve teens in Seattle and nearby cities like Shoreline, Bellevue, and Mercer Island. Learn more about Parkour Visions Youth Programs here.
Still have questions? Read our FAQ or email classes@parkourvisions.org.