IN THIS ISSUE
Curriculum Update
Events
Flow Like Water?
Coach's Corner
Spotlight: Coach Jason
Monthly Gym Challenge
Matt Reads the newsletter 👇
Hi RVPK Families,
Jumping in; no intro: Many of our parkour instructors are already certified, but we're getting everyone certified again!
Why? Because great coaches should never stop learning.
This certification process is the starting point for something much bigger. We're bringing our coaching teams together to have meaningful conversations about our parkour curriculum at both Beaverton and Gresham.
We'll be looking at what we teach, how we teach it, and how we can help students develop their skills and progress through the levels.
Our goal is to create a more consistent, engaging, and rewarding learning experience for every student, from beginners taking their first steps to experienced practitioners working toward their next level.
Side note: If you are interested in joining them we do have a few spots open to the public for those who are well-rounded in parkour and think they’re ready for eight hours of parkour instruction and training.
We're looking forward to launching our revamped curriculum on January 4, 2027!
Events
November 14 | Open House & Jam
3:00–4:45 PM
Come meet your community! Whether you're a longtime member or brand new to Revolution Parkour, we'd love to see you. No RSVP necessary!
November 27 | Parkour Coach Certification
11:00 AM–8:00 PM
A full day of instructor training led by Rick King. This certification is an important part of our commitment to continue providing quality coaching throughout Revolution Parkour. Registration required.
December 12 | Parent's Night Out!
5:00–8:30 PM | Ages 8–17
Games. Parkour. Pizza. Three and a half hours of fun!
Members: $40 | Nonmembers: $50
January 2 | RVPK's Octopus Games
4:00–8:00 PM | Ages 14–76
Eight main games. Elimination challenges. One winner.
Winner takes $200!
Members: $40 | Nonmembers: $50
Max capacity is set in stone, so be sure to register early!
January 4 | New Curriculum Cycle Begins!
We're kicking off the new year with our revamped curriculum! More details to come.
From Matt: Flow Like Water
Coach Nolan stocking the shelves
You may have noticed our "Flow Like Water" shirts around the gym. But what does that actually mean?
The phrase comes from a philosophy we've adapted from legendary martial artist Bruce Lee, who famously encouraged people to be like water.
Water doesn't fight the shape of its surroundings. It adapts. It can flow gently around an obstacle or crash through with tremendous force.
We believe parkour should be approached with that same mindset.
Sometimes the best way to overcome an obstacle is with speed and power. Other times, it's with patience, creativity, or finding a completely different approach.
There's rarely just one way to overcome a challenge.
Flow Like Water isn't just something we put on a shirt. It's something we want our students to practice, both inside and outside the gym.
Coach's Corner
The Psychology of a Parkour Student: Repetitions Done Well Equal Reward!
Have you ever watched someone struggle with a movement, finally break the jump, and immediately turn around to try it again?
There's a reason for that!
Success is rewarding. When students accomplish something they've been working toward, that experience can reinforce their confidence and motivate them to keep practicing.
But there's an important distinction between doing something repeatedly and doing something well.
A hundred repetitions of poor technique might reinforce bad habits. A handful of thoughtful, well-executed repetitions (even though smaller) can help students build better movement patterns.
That's why our coaches emphasize quality, not just quantity.
Good repetitions lead to progress. Progress is rewarding. And that reward encourages more good repetitions!
Spotlight: Coach Jason
Matt surprises Coach Jason with a quick photo capture on the gym floor
Did you know our Head Coach and General Manager, Jason Budd, has been training parkour for 20 years?
Jason has spent 13 years coaching parkour across ten U.S. states, Mexico, and Canada!
He also holds two degrees, one in Health Science and another in Physics, bringing a unique combination of scientific understanding and practical experience to his coaching.
With that much experience, Jason brings a wealth of knowledge to our students and coaching team.
We're excited to have him helping lead the conversations about our new curriculum and the future of Revolution Parkour!
Next time you're in the gym, say hello to Jason!
Monthly Gym Challenge
We're bringing back an old RVPK newsletter tradition with a new twist!
Each month, a different coach will create a parkour challenge for you to try in the gym!
Every challenge will feature a beginner-friendly version and a more difficult variation.
Watch the video, give it a try, and see what you can do!
Until next time!
Matt and Whitney Antis
Revolution Parkour Beaverton