David Belle

David Belle is a French traceur and actor who helped develop parkour and brought the discipline to wider public attention.

Raymond Belle: Raymond Belle was a French firefighter and military-trained athlete whose physical training influenced his son David. His obstacle-crossing training and ideas helped shape the practice David developed.
Banlieue 13: Banlieue 13 is a 2004 French action film set in a dystopian Parisian district. Belle stars as Leïto, performing parkour in the film’s action sequences.
Méthode naturelle: Méthode naturelle is a physical education system developed by Georges Hébert around natural movements and practical skills. Its obstacle courses and movement ideals influenced the training passed from Raymond Belle to David.
Jump London: Jump London is a 2003 television documentary showcasing parkour in urban London. The documentary introduced Belle and parkour to a large British television audience.
Sébastien Foucan: Sébastien Foucan is a French traceur who helped develop parkour and later promoted freerunning. He trained with Belle before their approaches and public careers diverged.
District 13: Ultimatum: District 13: Ultimatum is a 2009 French action film and sequel to Banlieue 13. Belle reprises Leïto, extending his screen portrayal of parkour.
Lisses: Lisses is a commune in the southeastern suburbs of Paris, France. Belle and other early practitioners trained in this suburb, where parkour took shape.
Jump Britain: Jump Britain is a 2005 television documentary about parkour and freerunning across Britain. Its coverage followed the visibility that Belle helped create for parkour on screen.
Yamakasi: Yamakasi is a French group of traceurs formed in the 1990s and associated with the early development of parkour. Belle trained and performed with members of this group during parkour’s early growth.
Traceur: A traceur is a person who practices parkour. The term names Belle’s role within the movement he helped develop.

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