How to Start Skydiving?

If you're thinking about skydiving, you might assume it requires months of training before your first jump. Surprisingly, that's not the case! Let me break down exactly how much training you need to start skydiving and guide you through the journey from your first jump to becoming a licensed skydiver

Starting with Tandem Skydiving

The easiest and most popular way to start skydiving is with a tandem jump. Here's what you need to know:

Training Requirements

• Just 10 mins of ground training required
• Basic safety instructions and body position training
• No previous experience necessary

Basic Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old or have parental consent for under
• Generally good physical and psychological health
• No maximum age limit
• Basic health requirements (blood pressure, heart conditions, etc.)

Path to Solo Skydiving

Want to take it to the next level? Here's the path to becoming a licensed skydiver:

1. Complete Your First Jump Course (FJC)

• 3 hours of ground training
• Focus on canopy (parachute) flight
• Learn basic safety procedures
• Cost: Typically part of your training package

2. Progress to Solo Jumps

• Initial jumps focus on canopy control
• Graduate to freefall training
• Two instructors assist during early jumps
• Progress to single instructor supervision

3. Advanced Free Fall (AFF) Program

• Additional 3 hours of ground training
• Learn stability in freefall
• Master emergency procedures
• Practice deployment techniques

4. Getting Licensed

To earn your A-license (your first skydiving license), you'll need:

• Complete all required training jumps
• Pass USPA (United States Parachute Association) exam
• Demonstrate proficiency in all required skills
• Investment: Around ~3 Lakhs INR total

The Investment

Let's break down the costs:

• AFF (Accelerated Free Fall): ~1.5 Lakhs INR
• A License Progression: ~1.5 Lakhs INR
• Equipment rental: Included in training
• Video services: Additional cost (but worth it for your first jump!)

After Getting Licensed

Once you're licensed, a whole new world opens up:

• Jump tickets cost just ~3000 INR per jump
• Try different disciplines (freestyle, formation flying)
• Work toward advanced licenses (B, C, and D)
• Possibility to become an instructor (after 500 jumps)
• Join the global skydiving community

Remember, every skydiver started exactly where you are now. The journey from first-time jumper to licensed skydiver is an incredible adventure that's accessible to anyone willing to take that first step.

Ready to start your skydiving journey? The sky's literally the limit!