{"product_id":"level-1-parkour-coach-certification-boston-ma-usa-2027-02","title":"Level 1 Parkour Coach Certification - Boston MA, USA - February 2027","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"locationDiv\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLocation: Boston, MA (USA)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDates: 17-19 FEB (WED - FRI)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"locationDiv\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"locationDiv\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLocation: The Dojo at Somernova, Somerville, MA (USA)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"locationDiv\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"locationDiv\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWHAT IS ADAPT?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Art du Déplacement And Parkour Teaching (ADAPT) Certification is the internationally recognized teaching certification for parkour \/ freerunning \/ art du déplacement that provides the industry benchmark for parkour instruction, and has been formulated over several years by many of the founding figures and most experienced instructors of parkour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, the ADAPT instructor network has spread around the globe and ADAPT-certified instructors enjoy a number of benefits, including an international network of like-minded peers, improved access to insurance coverage, and support from larger parkour organizations when working with local government officials and administrators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCOURSE DETAILS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Level 1 Coach Certification course takes place over 3 days from 9am – 6pm each day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCandidates will participate in a variety of individual and group exercises, class discussions, demonstrations, and coaching situations covering:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistory and origins of parkour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrinciples of movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFunctional strength and conditioning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoaching skills and the science of learning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGroup management and communication\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafer coaching practices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe benefits of managed risk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe spirit of parkour in practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe course culminates with a written exam and practical assessment. In order to complete the ADAPT Level 1 certification, candidates must satisfactorily complete the required number of supervised coaching sessions (10 minimum) with a Level 2 or Level 3 instructor within 1 year of the end of the course. Upon submission of the Supervised Hours log sheet with the required number of signatures, candidates will receive their ADAPT Level 1 certificate via mail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCandidates will be required to show a basic level of proficiency in a variety of parkour techniques and most candidates find that 1-2+ years of dedicated parkour training is helpful for the successful completion of the certification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCOURSE STRUCTURE\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay One: Parkour Practice and Principles \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduction to Parkour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMovement Practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstanding Coaching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrinciples and Practice of Parkour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm-Ups and Physical Readiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSummary and Review\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay Two: Parkour Coaching Day \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduction to coaching day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCore Coaching Skills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealth, Safety and Risk-Benefit Assessments \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoaching the Spirit of Parkour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParkour Experience Session\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreparation for assessment day and review\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay Three: Assessment Day \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduction to assessment day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWritten Assessment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eObserved Practical Assessments of coaching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAction Plan and completion of Learner Pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMATERIALS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe course is supported by the following resources:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eADAPT Level 1 Learner Pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssessment Materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupervised Sessions Log-Sheet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditional details can be found here:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" title=\"http:\/\/adaptqualifications.com\/portfolio\/adapt-assistant\/\" href=\"http:\/\/adaptqualifications.com\/portfolio\/adapt-assistant\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttp:\/\/adaptqualifications.com\/portfolio\/adapt-assistant\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePREREQUISITES\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Recommended 6 months minimum experience of regular parkour training\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eREQUIREMENTS TO PASS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Attend the 3 day training course\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Post-course Supervised Sessions completed within 12 months of course\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Must be 16 years of age or over by the end of the calendar year\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCERTIFICATES\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElectronic certificate sent 1-2 weeks after course completion to the email address used for registration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePRICE\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegular USA price: £375 \/ $500\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eACCOMMODATIONS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFood and accommodations are not included in the course price and must be arranged separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePOST COURSE\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCandidates may be required to assist a qualified ADAPT Level 2 Parkour Coach at a maximum of ten live coaching sessions post-course, depending on experience and performance on the course;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll assigned sessions must be completed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach session must be a minimum of one hour in length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll sessions must be supervised and signed by a qualified ADAPT Level 2 Parkour coach \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll sessions\u003cstrong\u003e cannot\u003c\/strong\u003e be supervised and signed off by the same Level 2 coach \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is recommended that this is completed \u003cstrong\u003ewithin 3 months of the course\u003c\/strong\u003e; however you do have a maximum one-year registration period in which to complete this. These sessions will provide you with the opportunity to experience real life coaching and gain an understanding of what it is like to be a parkour coach, and are therefore fundamental to your learning. It is \u003cstrong\u003eyour responsibility\u003c\/strong\u003e to arrange and complete these sessions within the one-year registration period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are unable to access an ADAPT Level 2 qualified coach, there is a video submission process that can be accessed under special conditions. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnce you have completed any assigned supervised coaching sessions, you will need to send a copy (either photocopy or photograph\/scan) of the completed supervised coaching record to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmail: info@adaptqualifications.com\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease keep the original supervised coaching record in your learner pack. You will not receive certification for the qualification until you have sent the signed record back. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I know if I'm ready to take ADAPT?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eADAPT Level 1 is the entry level course for parkour instructors. Participants should have a basic understanding and control of the basic parkour techniques and should be comfortable training within a group in a variety of settings and environments. Prior teaching experience is useful, although not required. Experience in other movement disciplines and\/or fitness science is also helpful but not required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat do I need to do to pass ADAPT?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn order to receive the ADAPT Level 1 certification; participants must complete the 3-day course, which involves practical assessments as well as a written assessment. Candidates can then begin logging the required minimum of 10 supervised coaching session with an ADAPT Level 2 or 3 instructor, including a final “assessed live coaching session\" at the end of this period. If successful, the candidate will then receive the ADAPT Level One Certification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: The supervised coaching sessions with a Level 2 or Level 3 instructor must be completed within 12 months from the end of the course.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do the supervised coaching sessions and \"assessed live coaching sessions\" work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe supervised coaching hours are designed to make sure that the candidate is able to instruct at a level consistent with the ADAPT Level 1 standard. The sessions must be completed with a certified ADAPT Level 2 or Level 3 instructor, who can be found in a number of cities around the world. Many participants are able to complete most of their supervised hours at workshops and\/or classes that usually take place directly after the course in the host city. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a non-exhaustive list of Level 2 and Level 3 coaches in your area go to https:\/\/store.adaptqualifications.com\/pages\/adapt-certified \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce you have completed your supervised coaching sessions, you will need to submit the following documents via an online submission portal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1) A copy (either photocopy or photograph\/scan) of the completed supervised coaching record and\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2) A copy (photograph or digital document) of your First Aid \/ CPR Certification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor questions, email the USA Delivery Center: americas.adapt@parkourgenerations.com.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease keep the original supervised coaching record in your learner pack. You will not receive certification for the qualification until you have sent the signed record back. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI can't find any Level 2 Coaches near me for the Supervised Hours\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo problem. If you are unable to access a Level 2 or higher coach in person, we do accept Video Submission for your post-course learning. Simply set up a camera and film your classes from start to end, then send that video to ADAPT to be approved. 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