School Parkour: Safe Movement Basics
School parkour: the basics of moving safely (landings, rolls, vaults).
How to play
- Soft landings from a low height.
- Shoulder roll on a mat.
- Vault over a bench using the hands.
- Smooth course linking obstacles.
Rules
- Mats in every area.
- Everyone at their own level.
- No jumping from height.
Variations
Easier
Low obstacles.
Standard
Full course.
Harder
Course with flow and creativity.
Adaptations
- Fear: low obstacles.
- Limited mobility: adapted course.
Learning goals
- Improve agility.
- Learn to manage risk.
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