Alex Yakimov "The Russian"
| Height: 173cm | Eyes: Blue/Green | Shoe: 9.5 US |
| Weight: 62kg | Hair: Blonde |
Born in Russia, now based in Melbourne, Australia. Alex has been studying and training Parkour since late 2005. Having immediately fallen in love with it ever since seeing it on TV, Parkour has become a part of Alex's everyday life, changing the way he sees the world. With this passion and his focused dedication, Alex has become one of Australia's most skilled practitioners of the physical discipline.
Alex has a strong background in martial arts holding a black belt in Taekwondo, and achieving several international medals. He has also done competitive swimming for several years, and Breakdancing, all of which has contributed to his high level of skill in Parkour, and unique way of moving.
Alex is currently studying Musculoskeletal Therepy and Massage Therapy at the Australian College of Natural Medicine and is working towards being graded as a Stuntman, to diversify his skills set and continue to progress as an individual.
2008 “Get a Grip”. Parkour/Acrobatics/L'Art du Deplacement.
2008 “Newton's Playground Festival”. Parkour/Acrobatics.
2008 “Bounce Festival”. Parkour/Acrobatics.
2008 “QV street party”. Parkour/Acrobatics.
2007 “Hong Kong ‘Elements’ promotion”. Parkour/Acrobatics.
2006 “Urbanology”. Parkour/Acrobatics.