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The
Parkour/Freerun Glyph - Breakdown
Design/Concept by Jamie (Biomech) O'Rourke
The Glyph logo is a registered trademark of Urban Freeflow
The Parkour/Freerun glyph has become globally
recognised as the one symbol to represent both disciplines and in a
very short
amount of time, has
received heavy duty exposure worldwide. Here's a
breakdown as to what it all means.
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Based on Eastern symbology and inspired by ancient
and fictional hieroglyphics, the Parkour/Freerun glyph depicts balance, equality,
stability, control and simplicity. Also employing Hindu and Taoist beliefs, the Parkour/Freerun
glyph characterises four segments, or stages that are used to represent
the four seasons and the transition from awakening, through self improvement and
proficiency, to self awareness. |
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Initially divided vertically into two halves to
denote height and ambition, the glyph can be seen to represent the two
divisions of Parkour/Freerun; technical ability and philosophy.
Representing ability (1), we envisage a traceur or freerunner as they make their way over an
obstacle in their path. Succeeding ability comes self awareness (2). Denoting
this we see the sun as it rises beginning a new day. |
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The Glyph can be further divided as
follows...
A. (Spring) Representing the birth of a traceur/freerunner as they discover the
art of movement.
B. (Summer) Depicted by the sun, the practitioner grows both physically and
mentally as they begin to find their 'way'.
C. (Autumn) Symbolised by linear water. The practitioners abilities increase and
movements begin to flow, whilst remaining 100% focused at all times.
D. (Winter) The practitioner reaches a certain level of proficiency in the search of
perfection and as the cold weather looms, a period of reflection is entered
before the start of a new cycle. |
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