David Belle is credited by many as being the founder of Parkour, more commonly known as free-running. This adventurous style of movement was the natural choice for producers to incorporate within the key action sequences of Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time.
To celebrate the Blu-ray and DVD release and the film’s vast use of acrobatic Parkour skills, Matthew ‘Chippa’ Campbell from the Australian Parkour Association unlocks the secrets of Parkour and lets us in on some training tips. Training Parkour since 2004, Chippa is one of the most skilled and respected practitioners of Parkour in Australia, travelling nationally and internationally to perform and train. Learn from the best with these quick tips…
- Learn to run – cardio is the most important aspect to develop as it enhances all other components of training Parkour
- Learn to climb – this helps to build strength and coordination, which will in turn help to develop your Parkour skill set
- Learn to land properly – as a Parkour practitioner jumping is a regular part of the movement, so the ability to land safely is paramount to your longevity
- Condition – proper conditioning is vital to being able to train for a long time and reduce the chances of injury
- Stretch – do it often and do it well. Maintaining flexibility will greatly reduce the chances of injury
- Always pay attention – focus on your body and your surroundings when you’re training
- Progressive Training – start small and work your way up. Don’t rush into the big stunts straight away. Prepare your body and your mind
- Variety –when it gets too easy and you feel ready for a challenge, change what you’re doing and increase the difficulty levels of your training, one step at a time
- Recovery – allow your body and your mind time to recover from hard stunt sessions
- Train both sides – try to carry out techniques on either side of the body
Unlock the Secrets and Explore the Mystery!
Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time available now on
Disney Blu-ray™ Value Pack and DVD