No, you can start right away in the AFF or static-line program which will begin with an initial 6 hours of ground school preparation before you actually jump. Please plan on spending the entire day to complete your first AFF or static-line jump.

If you wish to continue to learn how to skydive, then Skydive Coastal Carolinas has an excellent staff on hand to teach you how to solo skydive through programs called AFF (Accelerated Freefall) or static line.

It's skydiving with your instructor. Your 5,000 (tensile lb.) harness will be directly connected to the parachute system and the Jump Master with 10,000-pound bolts. From exit until landing, the TM is there to "walk you and talk you" through Your first jump. He'll tell you what to do and when to do it, or if you want, he'll do everything for you. Your instructor is your personal One-on-one coach.

We think that ANY skydive is a good one to do! Accelerated FreeFall (AFF) is more for those that really want to learn all they can about skydiving. Tandem jumps are more of an introduction, but they do count towards your future training. If you only plan to make one jump ever, we recommend a Tandem. If you think you might become a regular skydiver and pursue the sport, then try AFF.

All our tandem jumps are made from an altitude of 11,000 feet. From 11,000 feet, your freefall lasts approximately 45 seconds. The parachute ride will last between

There is no upper age limit. We have had people as old as 90 years skydive with us. If you are under 18 years old, you will need your parents consent, and you must fit our safety harness which we will check on the day. Kids as young as 8 years have skydived with us.

You are invited to do a Tandem-2 skydive. If you wish to continue, you might want to check into ground school and our AFF program. Or, you might want to continue skydiving as a tandem passenger/student. There is some additional training involved for a second skydive, so be sure to let us know if you're a returning tandem student.

We think that ANY skydive is a good one to do! Accelerated Freefall (AFF) is more for those that really want to learn all they can about skydiving. In static line training there is no freefall until your 6th jump. Tandem Jumps are more of an introduction, but do count towards your future training. If you only plan to make one jump ever, we recommend a tandem. If you think you might become a regular skydiver and pursue the sport, then try an AFF.

We prioritize on safe, professional skydiving. Each of our instructors is certified under the United States Parachute Association. Our dropzone harbors incredible talent and experience, with a fun and friendly atmosphere. We keep our aircraft and parachute gear well maintained. Your safety is always our number one concern. Call or visit anytime and we would be happy to provide resources for more information.

On a tandem jump you can experience the excitement of freefall without a lengthy and expensive training course. The jump is performed with an experienced instructor, called a tandem master. A special harness connects you to the tandem master throughout the jump. A third jumper will videotape the jump, so you can relive the jump with your friends as many times as you want. Before you jump, you will go through an instruction period.

Plan at least a half of a day to do your tandem jump. If you have a morning appointment, plan to be at the drop zone until late afternoon. If you have an afternoon appointment, plan to be at the drop zone until sunset. We try to hold to the appointment times but many factors come into play including the weather. We often get delayed and behind schedule due to weather concerns. We also need time for paperwork and training plus the tandem instructors need to pack between each jump.

No, there are many possible ways to start skydiving - take a look at our starting skydiving section for more information.

We, at Finger Lakes Skydivers, will not take anyone under the age of consent in the State of New York (currently 18 years of age). In order to make a skydive with us you will be asked to sign a waiver and give up certain legal rights (an acceptance of risk agreement and a covenant not to sue), and a minor cannot waive those rights.

The fastest way to book your tandem skydive is to book online using our secure booking form or call Skydive Lake Wanaka direct - FREEPHONE: 0800 786 877 (Within New Zealand ONLY). Book your skydive online and recieve a FREE Skydive Lake Wanaka Drink Bottle. If you are travelling as part of a New Zealand tour, or travelling with Kiwi Experience, Magic Bus or Stray Travel, your driver or tour guide should be able to assist in booking your tandem skydive in advance.

Skydive Florida Keys has a 100% safety record. Our instructors have years of experience and over 5,000 skydives. We use United States Parachute association Instructors ( USPA) only. Skydive Florida Keys uses the very best equipment available and undeniably the safest because we think you're worth it!

If the weather is questionable, you can call the DZ prior to leaving your home. We are not meteorologists so we can only give you our best "guess" based on information provided to us by flight service. Don't "assume" that the weather is bad at the drop zone just because it may be raining at your house. If you do get weathered out, we will reschedule at your convenience.

It is recommended that you do a tandem jump your first time. However, you may do an Accelerated Freefall jump course and jump solo your first time.

Our discounted rate structure is meant to reflect a loyalty bonus for customers returning to our facility. The discounted rates apply only to successive skydives made at our drop zone.

You and about 40,000 other people would trade anything for a tandem ride. Unfortunately, we can't offer it. We've done a few tandems in the past but they are pretty spontaneous and random, and there's no way to plan to get one.

Video is often available for tandem jumps. The club does not offer this service, but some of our individual members do. They charge $60 for a DVD. For static-line jumpers... we often videotape your jumps for replay as a training aid. Copies of these tapes can be purchased for a small fee..

Yes. Once you've made a tandem jump, if you take the static-line course before the end of the calendar year, the price for it is reduced to $130. Likewise, if you've made a static-line jump and then wish to have the experience of a tandem jump, the fee for the tandem is reduced to $130.

Both skydives are equally exciting. The tandem offers you the excitement of freefall while the first jump course provides you with the sense of accomplishment and excitement of jumping by yourself. It is a personal decision depending on what you want to achieve.

No. If you wish to tandem-skydive (typically, your first two skydives are tandems) then you must weigh less than 230lbs, and you must be over the age of 18. You should be in reasonably good physical health. If you've had any recent knee or back surgeries or breaks, please let our staff know this prior to your skydive.