WHIZ

With a natural stance, lightweight construction and unmatched grip, the Whiz is the perfect kids shoe for athletic performance in the gym and on the playground. We designed the Whiz from scratch with your child’s healthy foot development as our top priority. Its support, flexibility, and durability work together to ensure the perfect fit and proper function.

✔ Kids Specific Design

✔ 0110 / High Grip rubber for Amazing Grip

✔ 0110 / Tactical Insole for Impact Absorption

✔ 2mm Heel Drop for a natural stance

✔ Wide toe box for freedom of movement

✔ Lightweight and Flexible for athletic performance

Why WHIZ Shoes Are Perfect for Young Parkour and Ninja Athletes.

At OLLO, we understand that children’s feet require special consideration. Our WHIZ collection is designed from the ground up with a clear focus on the healthy development of your child’s feet while providing the technical performance features needed for parkour and playground activities.

Superior Grip

Our exclusive 0110 / High Grip rubber technology delivers unmatched traction on all surfaces—from concrete walls to metal rails and wooden obstacles. This exceptional grip gives young athletes the confidence to land precisely and safely, even on challenging surfaces.

Natural Movement

The 2mm heel drop creates an optimal natural stance that promotes proper posture and balance. This near-zero drop design allows your child’s feet to maintain their natural position, encouraging proper biomechanics during movement.

Impact Protection

Our tactical insole provides superior shock absorption for safer landings. When your child jumps from height or practices precision landings, our specially designed cushioning system disperses impact forces to reduce stress on growing bones and joints.

Foot Health

The wide toe box allows for natural toe splay, giving your child’s feet room to develop properly. Unlike conventional narrow shoes that can restrict foot movement, WHIZ shoes promote natural foot mechanics and muscle development.

Lightweight Design

Ultra-light construction maximizes agility and reduces fatigue, allowing kids to train longer with less effort. Every component is optimized to minimize weight without compromising durability or protection.

Durability

Strategically reinforced in high-wear areas, WHIZ shoes are built to withstand the intense demands of parkour training. We understand that kids are tough on shoes—our designs account for the unique stresses of climbing, jumping, and landing.

Supporting Your Child’s Development

Through Movement

Proper footwear plays a crucial role in children’s physical development, especially during active pursuits like parkour. WHIZ shoes are specifically engineered with growing feet in mind, providing the perfect balance of protection and sensory feedback.

Young athletes require footwear that doesn’t restrict natural movement while still offering adequate protection. The WHIZ collection delivers this balance through thoughtful design elements like flexible soles that allow feet to strengthen naturally and adequate cushioning to protect developing bones.

Safety Features:

✔ Proper Foot Alignment: The minimal heel drop encourages natural posture and correct biomechanics

✔ Reduced Impact Stress: Strategic cushioning protects growth plates and developing joints

✔ Enhanced Sensory Feedback: Thin, responsive soles allow kids to “feel” surfaces for better control

✔ Stability on Various Surfaces: Multi-directional tread pattern provides confidence on all terrain types

✔ Breathable Materials: Keeps feet cool and comfortable during extended training sessions

Why Parkour and Ninja are Fantastic for Kids’ Development

Parkour and ninja are more than just exciting activities —they are comprehensive physical and mental development systems that help children build essential life skills. Through parkour and ninja training, kids learn to navigate their environment with confidence, creativity, and control.

Physical Development

Parkour and ninja naturally build full-body strength, coordination, and body awareness through functional movements like jumping, climbing, and balancing. These activities develop both major muscle groups and the smaller stabilizing muscles often neglected in conventional sports.

Cognitive Skills

Parkour and ninja constantly challenge children to assess obstacles, plan routes, and make split-second decisions. This real-time problem-solving builds neural pathways and improves spatial awareness that benefits all areas of learning.

Mental Resilience

By progressively tackling increasingly challenging movements, kids build confidence in their abilities and learn healthy risk assessment. Parkour and ninja teach children to acknowledge their current limitations while methodically working to overcome them.

Creative Expression

Unlike many structured sports, parkour and ninja encourage individual expression and finding personal solutions to movement challenges. Kids develop their unique style and approach, fostering creativity that extends beyond physical activities.

From Beginner to Pro: How WHIZ Shoes

Support Every Step

WHIZ shoes are designed to grow with your child’s skill development, providing the right features for each stage of their parkour journey.

Beginner Stage

For children just starting parkour, WHIZ shoes provide a secure connection to surfaces while they learn basic movements. The wide toe box helps with balance during fundamental skills like precision jumps and basic vaults, while the lightweight design prevents fatigue as they develop strength.

Intermediate Stage

As skills advance to more dynamic movements like running precisions and flow sequences, the superior grip becomes crucial for confident execution. The impact protection system helps cushion landings as children begin incorporating small drops and more complex techniques.

Advanced Stage

When young athletes progress to more technical movements, the natural stance and responsive feel of WHIZ shoes allow for precise control during advanced vaults, wall runs, and challenging balance elements. The durability features ensure the shoes withstand the rigors of intensive training.

Frequently Asked Questions

At what age can kids start parkour and ninja training?

Children can begin basic parkour movements as early as 5-6 years old. Many parkour gyms offer specialized classes for children as young as 4, focusing on fundamental movement patterns. WHIZ shoes are designed to support proper form from the earliest stages of training.

How often should I replace my child’s parkour and ninja shoes?

For active children training regularly, we recommend replacing WHIZ shoes every 6-8 months or when you notice significant wear on the soles. Growing feet may require more frequent replacements—always prioritize proper fit over extending shoe life.

Can WHIZ shoes be used for other activities besides parkour and ninja?

Absolutely! WHIZ shoes are excellent for general physical education, playground activities, obstacle courses, and everyday active wear. Their supportive design and grip make them suitable for multiple movement disciplines.

Are these shoes suitable for kids with wide feet?

Yes, the WHIZ design includes a wider-than-standard toe box that accommodates most foot shapes. The lacing system also allows for customization of fit across the midfoot to accommodate different widths.

What makes parkour and ninja shoes different from regular athletic shoes?

Parkour and ninja shoes like WHIZ feature specific design elements that enhance movement in parkour disciplines: superior grip for precision landings, thin soles for better proprioception (awareness of body position), flexible materials for adaptability to varied surfaces, and durable construction in high-wear areas typically affected by parkour movements.

How do I know if my child needs parkour or ninja-specific shoes?

If your child is regularly participating in parkour or ninja classes or frequently engages in climbing, jumping, and balance activities, specialized parkour and ninja shoes will provide significant benefits in terms of performance, comfort, and safety. Standard athletic shoes often lack the specific grip patterns and flexibility needed for parkour and ninja movements.