RAPS Static Line Course
BASIC SKYDIVING COURSE
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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 British Parachute Association 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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Basic Skydiving Courses are held every Saturday - book early: places are limited!
IMPORTANT: Your weight (fully clothed) must not exceed 16 stone (102 Kg) for this Course. Midweek courses (Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday) are available by prior arrangement. Basic Skydiving courses cannot be arranged to commence on Sundays or Mondays.
Please note that the Course takes place regardless of the weather. The course takes all day - from around 9 a.m. until early evening. Student Jumping takes place on the expected day weather permitting.
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**Please note that progression onto freefall depends solely on your skydiving ability.**