by Mark Toorock | Feb 1, 2018 | Articles, News
We recently attended the SHAPE American Eastern District conference in Vermont. For those unfamiliar, SHAPE America is the Society of Health and Physical Educators – its members include a wide variety of people from Health and Physical Education: teachers,...
by Mark Toorock | Jan 18, 2018 | Articles, News
Despite what a sampling of YouTube and “People are Awesome” videos might tell you, parkour is not just for ripped 18 year old boys doing double flips. In fact, while these spectacularly athletic and often courageous feats may get the spotlight, they are...
by Mark Toorock | Nov 30, 2017 | Articles, News
Last week, APK Ambassador Christina Caraballo went to Tennessee and had the privilege of speaking at the Healthcare Financial Management Association’s HERe conference. The coolest part is that her presentation was centered around American Parkour! Christina shared how...
by Mark Toorock | Nov 30, 2017 | APK Ambassador Program, Articles, News
APK Ambassador Blake “Thor” Barrett is a real-life superhero. He lives his life in a away that inspires and improves the lives of others, especially the children he interacts with on a daily and weekly basis. APK: We know you like to dress up like...
by Mark Toorock | Jul 20, 2017 | News
I’m incredibly honored and excited that The Aspen Group has invited me to attend this year’s CityLab. I’m working to ensure that my role is one where the playful spirit, exploration, and health benefits of Parkour training that can apply to people of...
