Travis Verkaik visits iconic spots in parkour history and explores what makes each location significant. Each episode combines the history of the spot, conversations with the locals and old heads who trained there, references to the original video clips that put it on the map, and Travis attempting to one up or add something new to the list of challenges that have been done. A presenter led series about the places that shaped the culture.
The Team
Travis Verkaik
Presenter · Series LeadA pioneer in the UK parkour scene and one of its most respected figures. Travis has been training since the early days and brings a deep understanding of the culture, the history, and the people behind it. As the lead for the Parkour Spot History series, he visits each location, connects with the community, and tells the story of how these places shaped the discipline. His knowledge and presence give the series its authority and authenticity.
Hector Pitt
Cinematographer · Visual StorytellerA visual storyteller with a sharp eye for cinematic composition. Hector brings a level of production quality that elevates every frame. His ability to capture movement, architecture, and atmosphere makes him the ideal creative partner for a series built around real locations and the stories they hold. He is the eye behind the lens for Parkour Spot History.
Planned Episodes
Moreton Pavilion
The Wirral. A spot that featured heavily in parkour legend Daniel Ilabaca's early videos and is recognised by movers worldwide. Travis explores the history, speaks with people who remember the early days, references the iconic footage, and adds his own contribution to the location's legacy.
Sutton Library
Home to some of the early day London parkour exploration in the early 2000s. One of the foundational spots in the UK scene before parkour was widely known. Needs further development but represents the London side of parkour history as a counterpoint to the Wirral.
Suggest a Spot
Parkour history is built on locations. If you know a spot with a story worth telling, one that shaped the culture in your area, we want to hear about it. The best episodes will come from the community.