The sport of parkour is new compared to most major league pastimes. But its premise--to adapt to your environment as you move--is used in many other sports, such as snowboarding and skateboarding. Parkour athletes use their sport to get around doing anything but walking! In this accessible book, readers learn how parkour developed and also how it's practiced around the world today. Vibrant photographs showcase moves, styles, and events. Safety tips and fact boxes offer more need-to-know information.