Leaping from rooftops to classrooms, Perttu “The Spidey” Pihlaja has redefined how Finland moves: one vault at a time.

As the country’s first professional parkour athlete and founder of Parkour Akatemia, he has turned freerunning into an educational movement. With a master’s degree in physics, Perttu fuses scientific insight with physical training, developing innovative methods that make parkour accessible to all ages. From toddlers to seniors, thousands have learned to build confidence, strength, and creativity through his programs.

His work has been instrumental in transforming parkour in Finland from a fringe activity into a respected sport and expressive discipline.