There is currently a consultation underway on behalf of the Duchy to plan the next phase of development for The Great Field in Poundbury; I’m hoping that if we can gather enough support we can get a larger parkour area built as part of the next phase of development.
There is already a small parkour installation at Sandringham which has been very popular but the local parkour community has now outgrown it. I believe that a larger area would bring more opportunity for the whole community, both the existing practitioners, and those that want to have a go but aren’t sure exactly how to start.
It’s important to remember that parkour is really just movement and can be practised by anyone, it has fantastic health benefits and gives people the chance to focus on their own goals while working with others.
If you feel you’d like to support us, you can go and make your voice hear at the consultation day (which is tomorrow!) Monday the 13th of November at The Quiet Space in Poundbury. You can pop in anytime between 14:00 and 20:00, I’ve attached a map to help you find The Quiet Space.
Just to recap:
- Monday 13th of Nov, 14:00 – 20:00 at The Quiet Space in Poundbury
- I’m asking you to support getting a larger parkour area built at The Great Field
- Dorchester has had a thriving parkour community for ten years which continues to grow
- The equipment installed at Sandringham no longer meets the needs of the community
- Parkour can be practiced by anyone, you don’t have to jump off buildings
- Having a larger more prominent area would allow more people to get involved and would be free
Before I go…
Recently one of the members of the parkour community in Dorchester, Travis Verkaik went to Sweden to compete amongst some of the best parkour athletes in the world. Travis completely exceeded everyone’s expectations and came 2nd. His success is down to his tenacity and hard work, I also like to think that being able to practice with his friends at the Sandringham area helped him in some small way. I’ve attached a press release about Travis’s success in Sweden, have a look if you have time.
Updates
November 13, 2017
I really thought this might just be a small group thing but seeing how many people want this space is honestly mind blowing. All these comments keep popping up on my phone and honestly it makes me think about how much we actually need this place for movement and just getting outside.
Reached 100 supporters
November 13, 2017
50 Comments
As someone who's journey into sport only truly started with Parkour some 10 years ago, I give nothing but support for such a cause. The community for Parkour is strong in Dorchester. A lot of work has been done to build this community over many years and this is an excellent opportunity to further support the development of a community and a sport.
There has been a thriving Parkour community in Dorchester for well over 12 years now and there is no sign of slowing down. Indoor classes are booming and we need to provide outdoor areas so the sport can be practised properly and safely.
Both of my daughters do parkour and it's a wonderful experience for them, physical and exciting. More and better facilities and opportunities for people to get involved in this can only be a good thing given our current screen-based society.
The Sandringham parkcour park is great but too small for more than 1 or 2 people to use at a time. A larger part used by children, youths and adults would be a great addition to the Grest Field.
This would be beneficial to more than just parkour elements of the community, free runners, trail and ocr runners, people who want to benefit from movement and body weight exercise as apossed to static gym machine, and many more
Great idea for any local community
People of all ages can benefit from Parkour but the youth of the area would benefit hugely from it.
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There is currently a consultation underway on behalf of the Duchy to plan the next phase of development for The Great Field in Poundbury; I’m hoping that if we can gather enough support we can get a larger parkour area built as part of the next phase of development.
There is already a small parkour installation at Sandringham which has been very popular but the local parkour community has now outgrown it. I believe that a larger area would bring more opportunity for the whole community, both the existing practitioners, and those that want to have a go but aren’t sure exactly how to start.
It’s important to remember that parkour is really just movement and can be practised by anyone, it has fantastic health benefits and gives people the chance to focus on their own goals while working with others.
If you feel you’d like to support us, you can go and make your voice hear at the consultation day (which is tomorrow!) Monday the 13th of November at The Quiet Space in Poundbury. You can pop in anytime between 14:00 and 20:00, I’ve attached a map to help you find The Quiet Space.
Just to recap:
- Monday 13th of Nov, 14:00 – 20:00 at The Quiet Space in Poundbury
- I’m asking you to support getting a larger parkour area built at The Great Field
- Dorchester has had a thriving parkour community for ten years which continues to grow
- The equipment installed at Sandringham no longer meets the needs of the community
- Parkour can be practiced by anyone, you don’t have to jump off buildings
- Having a larger more prominent area would allow more people to get involved and would be free
Before I go…
Recently one of the members of the parkour community in Dorchester, Travis Verkaik went to Sweden to compete amongst some of the best parkour athletes in the world. Travis completely exceeded everyone’s expectations and came 2nd. His success is down to his tenacity and hard work, I also like to think that being able to practice with his friends at the Sandringham area helped him in some small way. I’ve attached a press release about Travis’s success in Sweden, have a look if you have time.
Updates
November 13, 2017
I really thought this might just be a small group thing but seeing how many people want this space is honestly mind blowing. All these comments keep popping up on my phone and honestly it makes me think about how much we actually need this place for movement and just getting outside.
Reached 100 supporters
November 13, 2017
50 Comments
Parkour is a growing sport that promotes fitness, socialising through exercise, confidence and enjoying the great outdoors through movement for not just young people, but all. It is a very inclusive sport and this would be a great opportunity for Poundbury to lead the way and break down boundaries. Sarah
As someone who's journey into sport only truly started with Parkour some 10 years ago, I give nothing but support for such a cause. The community for Parkour is strong in Dorchester. A lot of work has been done to build this community over many years and this is an excellent opportunity to further support the development of a community and a sport.
There has been a thriving Parkour community in Dorchester for well over 12 years now and there is no sign of slowing down. Indoor classes are booming and we need to provide outdoor areas so the sport can be practised properly and safely.
Both of my daughters do parkour and it's a wonderful experience for them, physical and exciting. More and better facilities and opportunities for people to get involved in this can only be a good thing given our current screen-based society.
The Sandringham parkcour park is great but too small for more than 1 or 2 people to use at a time. A larger part used by children, youths and adults would be a great addition to the Grest Field.
This would be beneficial to more than just parkour elements of the community, free runners, trail and ocr runners, people who want to benefit from movement and body weight exercise as apossed to static gym machine, and many more
Great idea for any local community
People of all ages can benefit from Parkour but the youth of the area would benefit hugely from it.
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Parkour is a growing sport that promotes fitness, socialising through exercise, confidence and enjoying the great outdoors through movement for not just young people, but all. It is a very inclusive sport and this would be a great opportunity for Poundbury to lead the way and break down boundaries. Sarah