Parkour Generations London

Fantastic experience: This is a little long overdue! I have been training with PKGen since 2020, they're a fantastic organisation that has an everpresent community feel. The students that go there are all incredibly supportive and welcoming, I'd say they're a credit to the teaching and overall ethos of the gym. I've been training with them before they moved to their new venue at Republic. The gym floorplan has changed a fair bit but the love of movement has not. If anything they have a larger variety of coaches and classes. I'm not a big fan of training at a regular gym, but I love my sessions with PKGen it all feels like play even though I'm improving in many ways. The coaches are patient and experienced. I always feel safe in their hands and trust them to push my "limits" or mental barriers. I've had so much fun over the last few years training here, I would thouroughly recommend it. Parkour is for anybody. Even if you're new to parkour and have concerns about starting, this is the best place to do it!

Negative experience: Can I put a negative review? We prepaid a private parkour session with Mateusz through Parkour Generations for a family session while visiting London. We had booked our afternoon, paid to meet him at the location of his choice. Not only was he he not there, he was in Barcelona!! Refused to give me a phone number of anyone that could try and find a solution while we where there. Refused to ask anyone from management to contact me. Not even an apology! The management did contact me but over an hour and a half after our scheduled appointment. They offered what they could to try and make up for it but our kids were so sad as that was the only time we could make it.

Negative experience: Hurt myself and wasn’t much fun regardless.

Fantastic experience: The best gym I’ve trained in so far! Great facilities, classes and coaching where you can learn to move freely

Fantastic experience: Oh thanks! He was really resistant and super nervous, but is really happy and proud of himself for doing it now. Thanks for giving him that little push, he needed it.

Fantastic experience: Fab. Also just to say again I think you’re an excellent teacher. Really like you’re approach to things. I’m a psychologist and worked for years with children and teenagers and so always interested by how people engage and interact with young people. You have such a nice way with it

Fantastic experience: An absolute amazing experience. We're from Canada and visited London for a few days. On my 11 years old son's bucket list was to spend a few hours at a parkour school in London UK. We contacted the school and asked for a private lesson on a Sunday...due to our limited time . They promptly replied and accommodate us in such a short notice. Matt the instructor was absolutely amazing. Thank you so much for making this experience one that my son will ALWAYS remember

Fantastic experience: We held my daughter's seventh birthday party at Parkour Generations - the children loved it, the parents thought it was great too. The session was well organised and managed. pitched well for the age group. The staff corresponded promptly with me.

Positive experience: Kids love it!

Fantastic experience: We have been coming to parkour classes for several years now. My kid really enjoys their youth classes and holiday camps. Deffo recommend. Even if you are a beginner or your child has never been to this class, definitely give it a try, team is very accommodating and each kid can perform to a level of his abilities during the class.

Fantastic experience: Youth classes are great!

Fantastic experience: This is truly an amazing place. Coaches are helpful and do a great job to teach and motivate you. Gym is well suited to the Parkour workout and I can’t recommend this place enough.

Fantastic experience: Amazing place for training. The instructors are very knowledgeable and supportive. They take into account the needs and abilities of the students and adapt the exercises accordingly. I learn something new everyday.

Positive experience: Great facillity, atmosphere, and culture, but admin/management needs work. I want to start out by saying that I could not be more pleased with the facilities and services offered. I really get a sense that the people here embody the real parkour philosophy. Throughout everything that Parkour Generations does they are showing, teaching, and encouraging not just the physical practices but the mental and cultural elements behind it as well. These people know the true meaning of parkour, and this is a pleasant contrast compared to all the people and organisations today who are more focused on performing "cool" tricks and miss what parkour is really about. The coaches are experienced and inspiring and I would think very carefully about going anywhere else to learn. The world needs more people and organisations like this and I hope that Parkour Generations can continue to share and spread their passion for human movement. So I am disappointed by the repeatedly sub-par experience that I have had from an administration and management perspective. On my first visit to the gym, the opening times listed on the website were incorrect (they have subsequently been corrected) which was disappointing as I had travelled for a few hours to arrive in good time and had to wait 45 minutes before I could go in. I had also been informed that I would be allowed to train shirtless but when I arrived there was a private hire using the gym and I was asked to put a shirt on, and I did not have a particularly suitable shirt with me. On another occasion a class that I had booked for was cancelled to make room for an event. I was not notified that it had been cancelled and the class was still listed on the website even after the event had been announced so I assumed that it was still going ahead. I have also found that enquiries on the telephone or on Twitter tend to receive generic responses which makes it frustrating to determine the suitability of a particular class based on your own skill level and what you hope to learn (they say that most of their classes and events are suitable for beginners but this is unhelpful when you're trying to determine how much you'll be able to benefit on an individual level). The promotion of events also tends to be rather hyped-up and misleading rather than objective and informative, and when I am planning a trip I generally do not feel confident that it will be worthwhile or that my money will be well spent. So if you live locally and you have the money to spare for regular classes or a membership or whatever then I would 100% recommend it, and I feel like this is really who their offerings are aimed at. But it's hard to recommend planning a long trip to visit the gym or attend a single class or event when most of my trips and interactions have resulted in frustration or disappointment due to bad administration or promotion. I really want to see this improve though, as everything else about the organisation and what they're doing is great and it's unfortunate that the administration feels careless and lacking attention compared to the quality of everything else. EDIT: As Parkour Generations have now replied to my review, I feel that I must point out that my first visit to the gym was in 2019. I must also stress that none of the issues that I have highlighted have any relation to the impact that lockdowns have had on planning. The cancellation that I am referring to was in Summer 2020 and this was simple negligence in ensuring that the information on the timetable was updated promptly. The mis-advertising also has no relation to lockdowns, and the enquiries to which I am referring were not at a time or in relation to anything surrounding lockdowns either. The issues that I am highlighting go beyond that and I feel that this is a weak excuse for an issue that has continued through times of greater stability and in areas of administration not affected by lockdowns. This is the kind of generic response that I am talking about, where my points have not been properly understood and addressed.

Fantastic experience: Absolute amazing staff, special thanks to Luke! My son Luca love it, we will return for 2 more sections this week and looking into regular classes on our schedules. Great place, very professional staff and amazing mezzanine for parents to relax or work while kids are on class. Highly recommend! Thank you again Luke!

Fantastic experience: Immediately fell in love with this place. Friendly and professional staff, great facility, cool location, amazing trainers and a lot of fun! I miss the chainstore, I won't find a place like this anywhere else!

Negative experience: Nice place but not very accessible, they ask £20 for 2h of free training

Fantastic experience: Having recently started classes with Parkour Generations, I am very impressed, having a great time & getting fit! Many thanks Joel

Fantastic experience: Great training session- Learned a lot form the warmup right through to the cool down, this is a totally different approach to agility, flexibility and freedom, very inspiring coach (Roberto)

Negative experience: My son and his friend, both of whom are 7 years old went to some weekend junior classes. Unfortunately we won’t be returning because they felt underwhelmed by the experience. The biggest issue that I had was the large number of children in each class and not enough adult supervision. After one lesson the whole class were lectured over their behaviour. The main instructor told them that for 80% of the class they were misbehaving and for only 20% of the class they practised parkour. Bear in mind the kids were aged 6-10, the main focus should be on disciplined fun. There should be a cap of 6 kids to one instructor... and then perhaps with more focussed instruction they would be better behaved! The facility is top-notch, and adults will get a lot out of it, but for kids I’m not so sure

Fantastic experience: Misleading name. Extremely limited option of chains available, only one "really long one for a fiver" available, no buoys. Attempted to sell me a "boy" instead. 0/10 chain and buoy store. Pretty decent parkour gym though.

Negative experience: *Awful experience, serious safety concerns - do not take younger children here* A couple of friends and I decided to take our three children here on 08/11 and had a terrible time. The staff were very keen to get us to sign a safety waiver and no wonder. The safety briefing only took place once we had completed the waiver and paid. The member of staff told our children, aged 8 and 9, that "they were responsible for their own safety and that was not anyone else's responsibility" and that other adult users could "literally land on their heads". I do not think it is acceptable to ask children of this age to take responsibility for their own safety even if it is an unsupervised session. He also told us to sit upstairs in the viewing area as we had a younger child with us who was too young to take part.This meant we had to supervise from a distance and were not even close enough to our children to supervise them directly. The staff member told the children not to use crash mats as "most accidents he had observed resulting from using crash mats" - this in a facility where he took pains to emphasise everything - the floor and equipment - are very hard and where several adults were vaulting and caterpaulting themselves around the venue with absolutely no regard for the safety of our children. The children took a great deal of time and effort to put together an obstacle course for themselves only to have the adults come over and take over effectively pushing the children out. As paying customers, our children had as much right to be there and use the equipment as the adults who completely disregarded the children except to tell them to go away. There were other safety concerns - the top step of the stairs leading to the viewing area is very narrow and if you have children going up there, it's an accident waiting to happen. The beams in the upstairs area are exactly head height so it would be very easy for someone to walk into them and I'm an average 5ft 3. There are no toilets, you have to go to outdoor portaloo type toilets a few minutes' walk away - not ideal with children either. I messaged Parkour Generations to complain and ask for a refund via their "contact us" page on their website and give them an opportunity to address my concerns. I received an automated "thank you for your message we will be in touch soon" type email reply, but have heard nothing in all since and it has been over two weeks. All in all, I would recommend you DO NOT go here with your children.

Fantastic experience: First time, I went to the facility to check it out and fell in love with it. Being a calisthenics athlete and new to the parkour world, seeing bars and all sorts of obstacles was just like visiting a playground. Classes are great to learn new skills, and put those skills to the test. Open gym is awesome as well so you can do your own workout. New to parkour? Sign up! It’s worth it

Fantastic experience: Un lugar único, de visita obligatoria si practicas Parkour/ADD y estás en Londres.

Fantastic experience: Being used to the Parkours / Freerun facilities in the Netherlands i was amazed how this institute was set up. Very professional coaching here and we felt welcome right away. Thanks for having us guys and all the luck in the future!

Fantastic experience: I love pekour how i go to landon from india

Positive experience: Lovely facilities and supportive staff unfortunately hidden behind a small industrial estate

Fantastic experience: 100% Recommended!!! It’s been a long time since I’ve entered an exercise or training facility and have been SO impressed with the quality and standards across the board. I come from a lifetime of varied physical disciplines so I’ve experienced many places. The first thing to hit me was the welcoming nature of everyone and the complete lack of ego. This is huge! It creates an environment where you feel free to share, express be creative, learn and try. Which leads me to the next point. Competent staff and coaches. Passionate and well trained in their own abilities and to bring out the best in others. As it’s well known, being able to do something well doesn’t mean you have the ability or qualities required to teach that thing. With every person here you feel safe and know that you are receiving high level information and attention. With the range of activities, classes and workshops here, there is something for everyone... almost literally everyone, no matter age or ability. And that’s what is also great is that you are learning useful movements in a fun and enjoyable way, in a great environment with talented helpful coaches. Things that transfer into daily life to help you become more able bodied and active - Which has great cross over effects with mental health etc, a real hot topic at the moment. I could write a book on the positives of this place. What I would say instead is give it a go!

Fantastic experience: Great place and great coaches, where you can learn and improve your skill and fitness. Hope to be back someday.

Fantastic experience: Fun gym with a really relaxed vibe. One of the few open gyms in London with ropes to practice climbing. Loads of space too.

Fantastic experience: Was great! Nice staff, friendly, great fun!

Fantastic experience: I started here in Oct 2018 for only 2,5 months frequently. After taking 3 classes per week for 2,5 months I gathered a vitality experience like never before in my life. The working team in this institution is very professional and very human. No bullies, no problems. A very powerful hub to improve personal physical health and to bring the own body to the next level. I would re-visit this place with every chance and can hardly suggest all work-outs. Very consumer friendly with powerful effects! Thumbs up - 5 stars. Important thing to know: They have no showers - but civil guest toilettes are available 40m next to it. I suggest everybody to try at least this place out for 1 month to see how the routine impacts on personal life. This place is a pearl in London.

Positive experience: Very good and creative gym with excellent and dedicated coaches and definitely one of a kind to the parkour scene but a four star due to it being way too overpriced and almost unaffordable

Fantastic experience: I've trained with Parkour Generations at the Chainstore for just over a year now and have been impressed by everything on offer. The coaches have a forward thinking approach ensuring progress for everyone attending, I've particularly enjoyed the S&C classes. There's also a great community feel to training there - no complaints!

Positive experience: I attended a Seminar/Training Workshop entitled ' Cheating Death' by one of the founders, Alex Pownall. It was a small group of about 10 and I went in support of one of my closest friends as well as to feed my curiosity into Parkour. This seminar was informative, educated and great value for money. What was advertised as a 3 hour talk became a 4 hour training session with great people and an all round impressive instructor. Congratulations to Alex and the Chain Store for such a brilliant experience and hope to see you next time.

Fantastic experience: Great space to train in and great coaches too. Wish I lived closer.

Fantastic experience: the ONLY place to learn real Parkour in London

Fantastic experience: Excellent training space with awesome coaches to boot that took my parkour from beginner to Adapt level coaching! Classes are a fantastic way to start getting into the basics and the strength and conditioning zones are excellent for complimentary training. Set up changes regularly to keep things fresh, great range of classes and the location is awesome.

Fantastic experience: PK Gen coaches know how to move and know how to coach. You’ll be challenged and supported in equal measure. You’ll transform yourself and have tremendous fun the process. A special shout out to the strength and conditioning training community who make me leave the gym with a sense of achievement and a smile EVERY time!

Fantastic experience: Great facilities for parkour, constantly changing setup for new challenges. Knowledgable, friendly, coaches and brilliant camaraderie amongst the students.

Negative experience: went there and some manager guy, dan i think, was super condesending to me and friends. it was ridiculously expensive and just a bit ghetto. dirty, parts broken and just nasty. would not recommend at all.

Fantastic experience: The classes offered at The Chainstore are excellent for a serious and practical workout. I generally keep fit with gym and running etc. but after taking a class I am sore for days showing how intense and deep the workout is. Not only do you learn practical skills of balance and physical confidence through staged increased difficulty but it is a great complement to other physical exercise building core strength and stamina. The teachers are all very competent and helpful pushing you hard while finding exercises within your ability. I recommend this to anyone wanting a good all-around workout. Prepare to be pushed physically and beyond your comfort zone with jumps and exercises you didn’t know you could do. Yes, it’s far to get to, it’s very basic without showers and only basic changing facilities but I never regret going.

Negative experience: Awful, truly terrible place. I train very regularly and because I looked pretty fit, I was automatically put into a harder group on day one. I knew nothing, but was expected to do some complicated stuff. The coach kept pushing me into things I felt uncomfortable doing and didn't know how to give me easier versions. I ended up falling and I fractured my wrist. All I was given was an ice pack and go on my merry way. I then had to stop my other training because of it. Besides that: - The gym is freezing cold. - There are no showers - Toilets are across the road?!? - It's in the middle on no-where, along a dark road. 15 MINUTES from any tube! - The equipment was loose, and came apart TWICE in the class. - The coach was really bad. Huge ego, didn't know how to coach at all. - There were only a handful of people in the class, like 4... in a huge room. Really depressing. All in all, this is not a great place to learn parkour.

Fantastic experience: Great training space, with innovative and powerful classes. The owner is very helpful and friendly.

Negative experience: After reading Web site that clearly states you can just walk in pay and start freerunning I am furious that on my sons birthday after travelling for 3Hours to get there. I was met by an incompetent a hole whom was as useful as a chocolate tea pot. At reception desk I was told we can't just pay and play we have to book a class on line and as I was trying to resolve our dilemma mid way through conversation the dh just walked off with no direction of help. I could go on for hours but this company just isn't worth any more of my time To sum it up I'd rather of been stuck on the m25, for two days

Fantastic experience: A sido mi inicio en el mundo del parcour calistenia. Y busqueda de ejercicios para la fuerza util y controlada.

Fantastic experience: Purpose built Parkour gym with rig oly bars and other functional fitness equipment offering a wide range of classes, including morning classes! Get your workout in before work!

Positive experience: Awesome for parkour

Fantastic experience: For the past 6 weeks I have been attending a beginner's course with Parkour Generations. I can not describe how different I feel having completed it. There has been a trickle effect into all my other training, I feel more motivated, focused and ready to take on any challenges presented to me. I want to say a huge thank you to all the instructors and students for being such an inspirational group to train with.

Positive experience: Great fun but my son broke his arm (2 bones) there 5 weeks ago. He really loved it but sadly there is a risk of injury.

Fantastic experience: amazing place to learn Parkour....friendly staff and lot of options to learn...

Fantastic experience: Place is very nice

Fantastic experience: It's amazing for both beginners and veterans

Fantastic experience: I've been attending their sessions for more than two years. Incomparable!

Fantastic experience: Best indoor place in London. Always changing and innovating. Filled with the best parkour practitioners and coaches you can find out there..

Fantastic experience: Do good

Fantastic experience: amazing

Fantastic experience: One of the few dedicated parkour-tailored gyms in the world. The training is top level and you'll get passionate instructors who are adapting to all levels. If you're going to give parkour a try, this is the place where your journey should start.

Fantastic experience: Well l know where I'm going

Fantastic experience: Fantastic.

Fantastic experience: Can you go if your ten?