| For the greatest personal achievement and the satisfaction of
knowing that you did it - all by yourself - go for the Basic
Skydiving Course!
This course, using the Ram-Air Progression System (RAPS), takes
place over two days, training you in the skydiving techniques
required to jump from an altitude of over 3000 feet, with an
automatically opened 'square' parachute.
If you think skydiving may be the sport for you, then this is
your first step: you can be opening your parachute yourself by your
sixth jump - you pull the ripcord! You can become a fully qualified
solo skydiver in as few as sixteen jumps using this training system.
The number of people on the Basic Skydiving Course is kept low,
ensuring that each participant gets personal tuition. During the
course, you will learn safety regulations (top priority in our
sport!), and be instructed on the skydiving techniques required to
exit the aircraft and fall in a controlled manner. You will be
taught how the equipment operates, and how you must control the open
parachute to steer it down to a safe arrival in the landing area.
The course involves both theoretical work and the physical practice
necessary to make the most of your skydive. The jump is planned to
take place on the day after the course, weather permitting.
The equipment used for student skydiving is the very best
available. The 'square' parachutes we provide are the technically
advanced gliding parachutes as used by all experienced skydivers
worldwide.
Each of our student parachute systems includes a 'Main' parachute
and a 'Reserve' parachute, both mounted comfortably on your back.
Your training will fully cover the method of use for both! The main
parachute is automatically opened when you jump. After your main
parachute is open, we can help you during your descent by providing
instructions via a radio mounted on your parachute harness. Should
it be necessary, the Reserve may be manually operated (and is also
fitted with automatic backup systems).
All the procedures you will be taught will be practised on the
ground until your Instructors are completely satisfied with your
performance.
In addition to a parachute system and radio, you will be provided
with a helmet and jumpsuit to go over your clothes. You should wear
comfortable clothing, such as a track suit, and a pair of good
training shoes are essential - no heavy boots or street shoes.
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