| Title: | Analyses of the development and challenges of parkour coaches’ education in Europe |
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| Authors: | ID Kolar, Edvard (Author)
ID Pišot, Rado (Author)
ID Veličković, Saša (Author)
ID Cikač, Ana (Author) |
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| Files: |  PDF - Presentation file, download (863,58 KB)
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| Language: | English |
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| Typology: | 1.01 - Original Scientific Article |
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| Organization: |  ZRS Koper - Science and Research Centre Koper
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| Abstract: | Purpose: Parkour historically developed as an urban community “lifestyle” move-ment that relied mainly on informal teaching and training methodologies. With formal institutionalization, parkour has transitioned into more formalized structures, includ-ing established training academies, coaching certifications, and competitive events. This article presents a structured literature review with the aim of providing an over-view of the historical, philosophical/ideological, organizational/institutional, and edu-cational aspects of parkour coach education and knowledge development in Europe. Based on the review, key challenges for future development are also highlighted.Method: For the purposes of a structured literature review, the search and selection process followed the general principles of the PRISMA 2020 statement as a framework, rather than a formal systematic review protocol. Google Scholar was chosen as the pri-mary search platform. Following the initial screening and analysis, 12 relevant sources were included in the in-depth review. In addition to the literature review, online sources from professional international sports organizations involved in education, training, and certification of parkour coaches were also examined. Findings: It can be noted that parkour in Europe is still predominantly developed and understood as a “lifestyle” urban activity with the gradual parallel formation of an institutional, formal sports discipline, which is reflected in the intra-organizational and philosophical-ideological conflict between participants and (opinion) leaders of parkour. These conflicts are also evident at the level of training/education of parkour coaches and instructors.Conclusions: Recognizing and respecting parkour’s roots as a self-organized cul-ture is essential if institutionalization is to enhance rather than diminish the discipline’s diversity, creativity, and authenticity. |
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| Keywords: | sport, parkour, coaches, education, training, institutionalization, formalization |
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| Publication status: | Published |
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| Publication version: | Version of Record |
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| Publication date: | 25.02.2026 |
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| Year of publishing: | 2025 |
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| Number of pages: | str. 131-163 |
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| Numbering: | Letn. 16, št. 2 |
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| PID: | 20.500.12556/DiRROS-27828  |
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| UDC: | 796.02 |
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| ISSN on article: | 2232-2620 |
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| COBISS.SI-ID: | 269694467 |
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| Copyright: | Copyright (c) 2025 Edvard Kolar, Rado Pišot, Saša Veličković, Ana Cikač |
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| Publication date in DiRROS: | 26.02.2026 |
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| Views: | 270 |
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