Parkour UK 1st4sport Level 2 Parkour/Freerunning Coach
What does this qualification cover?
The objective of the Parkour UK 1st4sport Level 2 Parkour/Freerunning Coach is to provide a benefit to learners through practical and theoretical aspects of coaching Parkour/Freerunning, including how to effectively plan, conduct and evaluate Parkour/Freerunning coaching for participants of all ages.
Who is this qualification designed for?
The qualification is designed to prepare coaches for employment in paid or voluntary roles in coaching Parkour/Freerunning.
| Qualification Number | 600/1885/9 |
| Guided Learning Hours | 40 |
| Total Qualification Time | 122 |
| SFA/LAD Funding Code | 600/1885/9 |
| Entry Age | 18 |
| Apprenticeships | Knowledge component of the Intermediate Apprenticeship in Activity Leadership (coaching pathway) |
| Qualification Operational Start Date | 01/05/2011 |
| Qualification Review Date | 31/12/2019 |
| Certification End Date | 31/12/2021 |
| Qualification Specification | Download |
The Parkour UK 1st4sport Level 2 Parkour/Freerunning Coach has been developed in partnership with Parkour UK, the national governing body of sport for Parkour/Freerunning, and is the second qualification on the Parkour/Freerunning coaching ladder. The qualification is designed to provide learners with an introduction to the processes and principles of coaching Parkour/Freerunning to adults and children. The Certificate offers an opportunity for Parkour/Freerunning coaches to be supported in developing the knowledge of how to effectively plan, conduct and evaluate a series of Parkour/Freerunning coaching sessions in a safe, ethical and effective manner. Those who complete this qualification will be able to work as a Parkour/Freerunning coach, either alone or as part of a larger group of practitioners of Parkour/Freerunning.
This qualification is equivalent to Level 3 on the European Qualifications Framework (EQF).
In order to join a Level 2Â course you must:
- be accurately identified
- be at least 18 years of age (prior to attending the course)
- be able to communicate effectively in English (this includes listening, speaking, reading and writing).
- hold the Parkour UK 1st4sport Level 1 Parkour/Assistant Coach qualification.
- hold a valid first aid certificate (minimum of six hours) recognised by Parkour UK in the last three years
- have attended a child protection/safeguarding workshop recognised by Parkour UK in the last three years
Coaching experience
This course will require to have developed your experience of Parkour coaching since completion of your Level 1 qualification.
It is recommended that you have at least 1-2 years of coaching experience between Level 1 and Level 2, and it is also strongly recommended that you gain some experience working across multiple environments and audiences. This should give you a strong foundation for the learning on the course.
Parkour experience
This course will require to be competent in the foundational physical and technical techniques required for Parkour. It is recommended that you are an active practitioner of Parkour. You can view the criteria which indicate the basic requirements later in this document
Reasonable adjustments
If you have any injuries, illnesses, permanent, long-term or temporary disability, a learning difficulty or challenge, please contact Parkour UK to allow us to support you to have the most beneficial learning experience. This contact must take place prior to the course.
The Parkour UK 1st4sport Level 2 Parkour/Freerunning Coach qualification is divided into the following modules:
- Module 1: Parkour, Past, Present Future
- Module 2: Parkour UK, Your Role and RelationshipÂ
- Module 3: Communication
- Module 4: Preparing Practitioners
- Module 5: Planning and Groups
- Module 6: Leading Classes>
- Module 7:Â Techniques 1: Know Your Cue
- Module 8: Techniques 2: Attribute Boogaloo
- Module 9: My Mind is Telling Me No
- Module 10: The Creation Station
- Module 11: Formative Assessment: Provisional Status
- Module 12: Your Learning
- Module 13: Final Assessment
The evidence of your learning for Modules 1 – 10 will be captured through workbook activities and written work. This work will be completed partly during the course delivery and partly in your own time at the end of each session.  You will have a digital workbook for the online sessions and a paper workbook and assessment journal for the face to face course.
The evidence of your learning for Module 11 will be through formative assessment on the face to face course. Formative assessment means that the criteria is that built into the face to face learning as the course progresses – rather than a specific assessment section. You will carry an assessment journal and will work with the tutor to record your criteria throughout the course.
Module 12 will be completed in the period between the face to face course and final assessment. This will be a period where you can develop your skill on any criteria which you could not meet on Module 11. You will discuss with your tutor an appropriate time period for this development.
You will also record a series of linked and progressive coaching sessions and a coaching log which you will as evidence of reflective learning and practice. The coaching log includes logging coaching over a number of environments including a mandatory outdoor session. These sessions have to be signed off by a witnessed and do not require the signature of another Parkour UK coach. These will be completed before your final assessment
The evidence of your learning for Module 13 will be through summative assessment which takes the form of a full days practical assessment with 2 parts:
1) You will plan, risk-benefit assess, deliver and evaluate a parkour coaching session for your peers. Learners must use the session plan, risk-benefit assessment and evaluation sheet.
2) You will demonstrate and/or explain the fundamental principles of a variety of parkour techniques to the tutor/assessor.
The overall purpose of the assessment is to test your ability to:
- Demonstrate the core coaching skills criteria set out by 1st4Sport – on 2 occasions.
- Demonstrate through the criteria that you can independently deliver safe, effective Parkour coaching in order to be granted Provisional Status and develop your experience.
- Complete a series of physical and technical movements to a level which is appropriate for effective demonstration in a class environment.
- Demonstrate through the criteria that you can independently deliver safe, effective Parkour coaching in order to complete the Level 2 in Coaching Parkour and Freerunning Qualification
1. Provisional Status – Formative Assessment
Provisional status is an agreement between you and Parkour UK that you can operate as a Level 2 coach under the set ratios and insurance conditions, while you continue to develop.
Throughout your face to face course, there will be opportunities built into the learning for you demonstrate the criteria listed. As the week progresses you can use the journal to record your ability to meet the criteria in partnership with your tutor.
As the Provisional Assessment is carried out informally through the face to face course, you may be able to have more than one opportunity to demonstrate a criteria, however this cannot be guaranteed
2. Final Assessment – Summative Assessment
If you are granted provisional status you will return for a final assessment after a period of time no later than 9 months after the finishing date of your face to face course. If you are not granted provisional status you will return for a final assessment no later than 12 months after completing the face to face course.
At the final assessment you will be provided with an opportunity to demonstrate the criteria listed in a more formal structured setting. The journal will be used to record your competency across the criteria. You will be presented with a series of technical and physical challenges to demonstrate. This will then be followed by your delivery of a coaching session, where your coaching competencies will be assessed.
For learners, the qualification is supported by the following resources:
- Parkour UK 1st4sport Level 2 Parkour/Freerunning Coach Learner Pack
- Parkour UK 1st4sport Level 2 Parkour/Freerunning Coach Assessment Journal
- Course Outline & Guidance
Fees are charged per learner and provide registration and certification for the qualification, as well as a Parkour UK 1st4sport Learner Pack and Learning Resource.
| Type | Course fee | Reassessment Fee | Discount requirements |
|  Standard | £595.00 | £85.00 | Discounts are available for Parkour UK Members – please contact Parkour UK for discount codes and further information |
Terms & Conditions:
- Payments for course must be made in full prior to the commencement of the course – unless an invoice arrangement has been made.
- The course fee covers all reasonable costs associated to complete the qualification, and where a no-show for assessment or a re-assessment is necessary. There is an additional fee payable to cover the cost of a re-assessment.
- In order to qualify for the registration and/or membership discount, learners must have the correct level of membership prior to booking.
- Learners must attend all course dates unless an exemption is granted in writing by the course organiser.
- No refunds shall be given for learners who fail to attend any course dates.
- Learners who withdraw from the course for any reason will be subject to the following cancellation policy:
- Cancellation within 7 days of the course start date – No refund of course fee, a 25% fee will be discounted from the cost of a future course.
- Cancellation within 14 days of the course start date – 50% of course fee refunded. A 25% fee will be discounted from the cost of a future course.
- Cancellation up to 28 days prior to the course start date – 100% refundable upon notification.
Funding Opportunities
The Funding Opportunities for Coaching in the UK guide provides details about funding available to support coaches. Produced by UK Coaching in partnership with the England Coaching Network, Governing Bodies of Sport and the Home Country Sports Councils the interactive PDF allows the user to quickly identify the right funding for them. Download the Funding Opportunities for Coaching in the UK guide by clicking here.
You also may be able to find some funding opportunities in our Funding Directory.
Learners are able to book on the courses by clicking the links above.
Please note that the dates, locations and courses may change throughout the year.
This qualification sits on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF). Further information about the benefits of the framework can be found by visiting the Ofqual website.
