Parkour Coach Companion

Interview with Parkour UK Development Manager, Chris Grant. A special episode going into detail about how to become a qualified Parkour coach in the UK! What different levels are there? Where are the courses? Who do you need to contact? All this and more with the emphatic Chris Grant. You can find Chris here: @chrisgrantgla Parkour UK @parkouruk https://parkour.uk/ And myself @samcoppack

Interview with London coach and practitioner, Posy Brown.Another uplifting voice in the women's scene. Posy has half a decade of training behind her and is now a Level 1 Qualified Parkour coach working in London. We discussed why women-only classes are beneficial, her love of the International Womens Parkour Weekend, and her recent joy in discovering Budokon yoga.You can find Posy here:@posykbAnd myself@samcoppack

Interview with Esprit Concrete coach and practitioner, Lou Wong.After a fascinating previous talk with Kasturi Torchia (Lou's mentor), I've been keen to learn more about the Esprit Concrete method. Here Lou and I discuss how she got involved with this method, her thoughts on identity and how her passion for dance has integrated with her ADD practice.You can find Lou here:@louiseannewongEsprit Concrete@espritconcretehttps://www.facebook.com/espritconcreteMyself@samcoppack

An on-the-road interview with Grimsby coach, Jake Harris!This one was hatched spontaneously after a sweat soaked 4 hour training session in the new Grimsby indoor Parkour Park. We talked about Jake's early involvement in Urbanfreeflow, the Northern scene and how this new gym was built. Many thanks Jake.Jake@jakecharrisTeam Reality@teamrealityltdMe@samcoppack

Interview with Markus Dell from Fifth Unit, a team based in Surrey, UK.As there are so few Parkour podcasts, I want to reach out and connect with people like Markus, who helps run the Fifth Unit podcast on Spotify.We hit a nice tone in this episode and went a bit deeper into North/South divides, localised inspiration and his 'Solo' video. Markus and the boys clearly have a love for the sport and I really respect their simple joy for moving and making content.Find them here:@fifthunitparkourhttps://www.youtube.com/user/FifthUnitAnd myself here:@samcoppackhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7nFYcW49HE1Xo6w5-3U1Hw

Part 2I grabbed Mens Style Winner Kevin Franzen (Dr. Eel) and NovaCity Director Liam Norbury for a quick debrief at the end of Project Underground 10 last year!Dr.Eel@kevinfranzen01Liam Norbury@liamnorburyWATCH DR.EEL & FISHBOYhttps://thecommons.boston/?pop=videos&post_id=2999Rate the podcast and reach out here:https://www.instagram.com/pkcoachcompanion/https://www.instagram.com/samcoppack/

Part 1Featuring Verky, Robbie Griffith, Katie McDonell and more.Harry Robsonharry_robson10Jake Harris jakecharrisSzymon Ryśszymon_rysDenislav Stoynevdeni.stoynevKatie McDonnellkatiemcdonnellRobbie GriffithrobbiegriffithTravis Verkaikverky02Reach out:https://www.instagram.com/pkcoachcompanion/https://www.instagram.com/samcoppack/

We're back.Enjoy the chaos.Dan Calvertt (@dan.calvertt)https://www.instagram.com/dan.calvertt/Klayton Talbot (@klayton.pk)https://www.instagram.com/klayton.pk/Adam Redmond (@adamjamesparkour)https://www.instagram.com/adamjamesparkour/Reach out:https://www.instagram.com/pkcoachcompanion/https://www.instagram.com/samcoppack/

Interview with barefoot master Mathieu Jang, a.k.a 4theloveofthecity.https://www.instagram.com/parkour.jang/Need advertisement for your Parkour brand, organisation or event?Parkour Coach Companion is looking for sponsors, let's talk!https://www.instagram.com/pkcoachcompanion/https://www.instagram.com/samcoppack/Coppack's Classic:touch the world 2 (Konstanin Kachurin)https://youtu.be/B6PASbaEVPsWe discussed:'Be strong and courageous', ChristianityAscents/DescentsDifference between Hong Kong & HawaiiTransition to barefoot, treesDream collabTaylor and RyanCoaching, speed competitionsTraining in LABuilding resilienceCapoeiraBarefoot misconceptionsParkour Essentials Kit ideaLeeds injury storyApe indexesReach out:https://www.instagram.com/pkcoachcompanion/https://www.instagram.com/samcoppack/

Interview with Amanda Aragón, over-50's Parkour practitioner and author of “Mi Abuelita Does Parkour”.https://www.instagram.com/audax.corde/Prefer YouTube? Watch here:Like the podcast? Want to hear more? Support me here:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/coachcompanionWe discussed:Why people over 50 should do Parkour (Video)Amanda's introduction to ParkourFear of heightsAnxiety disorderWriting a children's Parkour bookIllustrations52 goals for 52 yearsAmanda's coachesFailure & TeachingOver-40's Parkour competitionBuy Amanda's children's book for your class!https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09R3HG66S/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B09R3HG66S&linkCode=as2&tag=becomingunfil-20&linkId=0c6bda23d6b109597c6df8f12148f61cReach out:https://www.instagram.com/pkcoachcompanion/https://www.instagram.com/samcoppack/

Interview with Parkour Earth Deputy CEO, John 'Hedge' Hall.https://www.instagram.com/parkourearth/https://www.instagram.com/accesshedgehog/Prefer YouTube? Watch here:Like the podcast? Want to hear more? Support me here:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/coachcompanionWe discussed:Luis AlkmimH.P LovecraftHedgesParkour Earth InitiativeDiscordCan Parkour Earth sustain itself?Parkour Earth AmbassadorsTravel incentivesPaying Parkour photgraphersTricking and cross-polinationCan you be visible without filming yourself?John's Parkour documentary with Tom Scotthttps://youtu.be/9GxXjTQSrLUReach out:https://www.instagram.com/pkcoachcompanion/https://www.instagram.com/samcoppack/

Interview with Manchester beast and Cat Dad, Tom Redfern.https://www.instagram.com/coachredfern/Prefer YouTube? Watch here:Like the podcast? Want to hear more? Support me here:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/coachcompanionCoppack's Classic:Obsidian1138 - Parkour - The Nature of Challengehttps://youtu.be/Poph6Jmc688We discussed:Manchester Unity JamTrampoline Park BeefProject Z BusinessTeaching WallflipsClass gradingLevel 3 QualificationHow do we beat Orlando?Style comps & Flow stateInsta Q & AEirianna - Agkalia | Ειρηάννα - Αγκαλιά (Official Music Video)https://youtu.be/EOP1IPtQwNg@eiriannartReach out:https://www.instagram.com/pkcoachcompanion/https://www.instagram.com/samcoppack/

Interview with relentless Brazillian coach, Raíssa Chagas.https://www.instagram.com/raissachgs/Prefer YouTube? Watch here:Like the podcast? Want to hear more? Support me here:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/coachcompanionCoppack's Classic:Pedro Thomas - Inquebrávelhttps://youtu.be/NhD-vCy33_AWe discussed:LanguageCamilaContent creation'Awareness, consistency, patience'Judgement & Framing in CoachingBig Jam self-consciousnessClimb Up tipsUsing simple equipment & runningTechnical assimilation phaseCelebrating participation before judgementUnsolicited advice & Tactful coaching12 Years of Women's Annual JamInsta Q & ALost in TranslationOnline CoachingCome say hi:https://www.instagram.com/pkcoachcompanion/https://www.instagram.com/samcoppack/

Interview with globe trotting coach and podium swiping Parkour athlete, Renae Dambly.https://www.instagram.com/renaedambly/https://www.renaedambly.comPrefer YouTube? Watch here:https://youtu.be/wQoWtGpa0wYLike the podcast? Want to hear more? Support me here:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/coachcompanionCoppack's Classic:Rice n Beanshttps://www.instagram.com/tv/CK6Vl3GHQqH/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_linkWe discussed:Difficulties at Project Underground, CovidAngry Sam & AssertivenessDie Halle CoachingApex Denver / Die Halle differencesCommunity focusSearch & Destroy JamCompeting without an entry feeThe Gerlev coaching experienceSelf-care for introverted coachesGenshin Impact!2022 Year of the WeirdA-Lister TutorialsManpower & Send cultureInstagram Q & ACome say hi:https://www.instagram.com/pkcoachcompanion/https://www.instagram.com/samcoppack/

Interview with PE & Sports Coaching Senior Lecturer Brett Wilkie!Prefer YouTube? Watch here:Like the podcast? Want to hear more? Support me here:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/coachcompanionCoppack's Classic:Ampisound - Constant Motionhttps://youtu.be/j9dinkbiPCUWe discussed:Brett's coaching journey1992 Olympic GamesFirst exposure to ParkourCoaching terminologyPhysical literacy & ParkourComparison & Class negativityCelebration of different attributesRandom equipment layoutAffordancesConstraintsBalance exerciseUsing simple equipmentCreativity & Experimentation in classCome say hi:https://www.instagram.com/pkcoachcompanion/https://www.instagram.com/samcoppack/

Interview with a legion of Grimsby Parkour students!Rachel and Jordan popped in too.Prefer YouTube? Watch here:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7nFYcW49HE1Xo6w5-3U1HwLike the podcast? Want to hear more? Support me here:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/coachcompanionCoppack's Classic:Neil Hutson - Flip Flophttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZY2mJzJAIDM2:52 - Oliver Counte @spiderdude418:20 - Jake Smithson @jakee.ee20714:00 - Corey Edwards @edieedwards123pk22:00 - Jazz McCready @jazzmccready30:54 - Jordan Shaw @jordansure42:25 - Rachel Gough @rachel_gough1:07:03 - Alex How & Aidan Reason @alex.how2006 @aidan.reason1:15:30 - John Cleveland @johncleve4Jazz McCready Photography:jmphotography.studioCome say hi:https://www.instagram.com/pkcoachcompanion/https://www.instagram.com/samcoppack/

In September I travelled around the UK, using my phone to collect thoughts from a variety of different practitioners and coaches! This was quite experimental, so please forgive the fluctuations in audio quality. Wishing you all a peaceful and prosperous 2022. 00:03:12 Wil Brown - Training in groups@wbrown700:05:55 Daniel Peters - Beginner training@daniels.project00:07:35 Adam Dore - Training in Brighton_@adamdore00:13:05 Chris Harrison - Flow State & Skating@chris.fifthunit00:20:00 Adam Dore - 10 minute challenge00:22:14 Dean Stimpson & Adam Dore - Skill Comps & Physio@deanjumps00:45:10 John Cleveland - Making a line@johncleve400:46:12 Brendan Littler - Breaking an Arm Jump in Liverpool@brendanlittler00:49:00 Zara Treherne - Girls jams & Solo training@zarastunts00:57:23 Klayton Talbot - Liverpool & Side Pres@klaytontalbot00:59:33 Neil Hutson - Tendonitis & Weight Training@littlemrenergyLike the podcast? Want to hear more? Support me here:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/coachcompanionCome say hi:https://www.instagram.com/samcoppack/

Interview with JUMP Parkour Director and park designer, Dan Timms.Like the podcast? Want to hear more? Support me here:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/coachcompanionCoppack's Classic:Chris Scott - Drunknmunkeyhttps://youtu.be/OJSNMG2CEJcWe discussed:Grim Jam 2021Parkour UK Level 2 Pilot in LeicesterLevel 2 AssessmentUpcoming Level 2'sDoing more qualifications in LeicesterParkour park designCoaching at outdoor parksCoach CuesTeaching a CatpassCreating a welcoming environmentHow would Dan teach his younger self?Bitcoin in the Parkour community'Powering Through' programmeFrench Contrast methodDynamic Strength IndexThe 'Elias Move'Down MatildasInstagram Q & ACome say hi:https://www.instagram.com/samcoppack/

Interview with recent Grim Jam Skill Comp winner and Nova City Director, Liam Norbury.Prefer YouTube? Watch here:https://youtu.be/2yb-qtyx8_0Like the podcast? Want to hear more? Support me here:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/coachcompanionCoppack's Classic:Elise Bickley Air Wipp Challenge 2017 Submission Youthhttps://youtu.be/HYWxYVQE78EWe discussed:Nova City (duh)How does coaching go down at Nova City?Would Elise/Murray have been created without Nova?How early did Liam spot talent in Elise?Grim Jam 2021Liam's mentorsLiam's many other aspirationsThe Soul Destroyer logo animationUsing graphics to promote ParkourInstagram questions for Sam (?!)Instagram questions for LiamLiam's mental health journeyParkour in the OlympicsGo follow Liam:https://www.instagram.com/liamnorbury/Tickets for Project Underground 9:https://www.novacitycentre.com/project-underground-9Come say hi:https://www.instagram.com/samcoppack/

Interview with Dr. Tracy Rea, who is the new Chair of Parkour UK!Prefer YouTube? Watch here:https://youtu.be/xnBmKSw8gPcLike the podcast? Want to hear more? Support me here:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/coachcompanionCoppack's Classic:Ampisound - Are You Some Sort Of Idiot?https://youtu.be/6PhtGC3FpY0We discussed:02:04 - Who is Tracy? What is your background?11:32 - What is the appeal of Parkour and Parkour UK for you?17:00 - How was the Parkour class your daughter attended?19:18 - How much Parkour have you seen in person?22:15 - Which Parkour videos have made you cringe?26:57 - What are your immediate priorities working for Parkour UK?31:01 - How do you feel about starting your new role?35:42 - Is there transfer potential between Gymnastics and Parkour?40:43 - How do you envisage the evolution of the Parkour community?Go follow Parkour UK:https://www.instagram.com/parkouruk/Come say hi:https://www.instagram.com/samcoppack/