In the heart of Indianapolis, Indiana, a vibrant figure has been flipping, vaulting, and leaping his way into the world of parkour, transforming obstacles into opportunities. Logan Piner, a 23-year-old parkour coach, is more than just an athlete he’s a playful dork with a passion for movement, a dedicated mentor, and a trailblazer in the parkour community. Since lacing up his mismatched animal socks in 2009, Logan has been “playing parkour,” channeling the spirit of a jackelope’s speed or a great white shark’s ferocity. As the Parkour Director at Hoosier Warriors Gym in Avon, Indiana, and the co-founder of the WCT Meetup-Indy, Logan’s journey is a testament to creativity, resilience, and the joy of defying gravity.
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A Childhood of Curiosity
Born and raised in Indianapolis, Logan Piner was always a kid on the move. As a child, the world was his playground trees were towers to climb, fences were hurdles to vault, and sidewalks were paths to conquer. His boundless energy and adventurous spirit found a home in 2009 when, at just 13, he stumbled upon parkour. What began as a way to channel his love for flipping and jumping quickly became an obsession. Parkour wasn’t just a sport for Logan; it was a philosophy of freedom, a way to see the world differently, turning every wall into a challenge and every gap into a story.
Logan’s early days in parkour were filled with trial and error. Without formal coaching, he relied on YouTube videos, local meetups, and sheer determination to hone his skills. Bruises and scrapes were badges of honor, each one teaching him how to move smarter, land softer, and push harder. By his late teens, Logan was no longer just practicing parkour he was living it, embodying the discipline’s core tenets of strength, adaptability, and self-expression.
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From Practitioner to Coach
In 2017, at the age of 19, Logan took a pivotal step: he began coaching. What started as a side gig helping kids at local gyms quickly revealed his knack for teaching. Logan had a gift for breaking down complex movements into manageable steps, making parkour accessible to everyone, from wobbly toddlers to skeptical teens. His playful demeanor often accentuated by his signature mismatched socks featuring creatures like pandas or cheetahs put his students at ease, turning daunting obstacles into fun challenges.
Logan’s coaching philosophy is rooted in empowerment. “Parkour isn’t just about jumping over walls,” he says. “It’s about overcoming fear, building confidence, and finding your own path.” His classes at Hoosier Warriors Gym, where he became Parkour Director in 2018, are a blend of discipline and delight. Students learn to vault, roll, and climb, but they also learn to trust themselves, to fall and get back up, to see possibilities where others see barriers.
Under Logan’s leadership, Hoosier Warriors Gym (now transitioning to The Flow Space Movement Center) has become a hub for movement enthusiasts in Avon. The gym offers classes in parkour, ninja warrior skills, tricking, and tumbling, but Logan’s parkour program is the heartbeat. He designs courses that mimic real-world environments think ropes, ledges, and walls challenging students to think creatively and move efficiently. His work has helped the gym outgrow two spaces, a testament to the community he’s built.
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Chasing Glory with World Chase Tag
Logan’s parkour journey took an electrifying turn in 2021 when he joined APK Grey, a team competing in World Chase Tag (WCT), a high-octane sport that combines parkour with the childhood game of tag. Picture this: two athletes sprinting across a 12×12-meter quad filled with obstacles, one chasing, one evading, with only 20 seconds to make or break the play. For Logan, WCT was a dream come true a chance to showcase his agility, strategy, and sheer love for movement on an international stage.
With APK Grey, Logan competed in two thrilling tournaments, donning the team’s iconic blue jerseys. His performances were a blend of speed and cunning, earning him respect among the “boys in blue.” But Logan’s impact on WCT goes beyond competition. As the co-founder and host of WCT Meetup-Indy, he’s brought the sport to Indianapolis, organizing events that draw athletes from across the Midwest. These meetups are more than just games of tag they’re celebrations of community, where beginners and pros alike chase, laugh, and grow together.
Logan’s WCT journey hasn’t been without challenges. The sport demands peak physical and mental conditioning, and he’s had to balance intense training with his coaching responsibilities. Yet, his quirky rituals like wearing socks emblazoned with mythical creatures for luck keep him grounded. “The jackelope socks are for speed,” he jokes, “and the shark ones? Pure aggression.” It’s this blend of humor and heart that makes Logan a standout in the WCT world.
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Building a Legacy at The Flow Space
In 2023, Logan and his wife, Julia, took on a new adventure: they stepped into ownership roles at Hoosier Warriors Gym, now rebranded as The Flow Space Movement Center. This transition marked a bold chapter for Logan, who saw the gym not just as a business but as a canvas for his vision. “Movement is freedom,” he says. “We want The Flow Space to be a place where anyone can discover that whether they’re five or fifty.”
As Parkour Director, Logan continues to innovate, introducing new classes, hosting competitions, and fostering a culture of inclusivity. His Level 3 certification from American Parkour underscores his expertise, but it’s his relatability that resonates most. He’s the coach who high-fives a kid for their first vault, the competitor who cheers louder for his teammates than himself, the dreamer who sees parkour as a way to change lives.
Logan’s influence extends beyond the gym. Through social media, he shares tutorials, behind-the-scenes glimpses of WCT, and snippets of his life in Indianapolis. His posts, often tagged with #ParkourLife or #ChaseTagIndy, inspire thousands to try a flip, join a class, or simply move more. He’s also a mentor to young athletes, guiding them toward competitions and even WCT aspirations, ensuring the next generation carries the torch.
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A Personal Touch
At 23, Logan Piner is a whirlwind of energy, but he’s also grounded by love and purpose. Married to Julia, his partner in life and business, he finds balance in their shared dreams for The Flow Space. Off the quad, Logan’s a self-proclaimed nerd who geeks out over video games, anime, and the occasional Dungeons & Dragons session. His playful side shines through in everything he does, from coaching to competing to choosing socks that “channel animal powers.”
Yet, beneath the goofiness lies a deep commitment to his craft. Logan trains daily, refining his technique and stamina, knowing that every leap he perfects is one he can teach. His Indianapolis roots run deep, and he’s proud to represent his city, whether he’s hosting a WCT meetup or flipping across a quad in front of cheering fans.
The Road Ahead
What’s next for Logan Piner? If his past is any indication, the future is limitless. He’s eyeing more WCT tournaments, hoping to lead APK Grey to a podium finish. He’s also expanding The Flow Space, with plans for new programs, partnerships, and maybe even a mobile parkour unit to bring the sport to schools. Above all, Logan wants to keep inspiring. “Parkour taught me I could do anything,” he says. “I want everyone to feel that.”
In a world full of obstacles, Logan Piner doesn’t just overcome them he dances over them, one playful leap at a time. With his mismatched socks, infectious grin, and unrelenting drive, he’s not just a parkour coach or a WCT competitor. He’s a movement maker, and Indianapolis is lucky to call him its own.
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