what you need/want
There is no specific list of essentials for parkour and freerunning. A good pair of shoes is recommended, but barefoot training is always an option. What I, and many others recommend, are:
*flexible pants or shorts
*light-weight shirt
*grippy, but light-weight shoes
*sweatbands (not at all required, just for freerunner fashion :p)
Overall, wear what is most comfortable for you. If you don't like certain things, work your way around them, just li