Ever dream of flying?

Make that dream come true....Discover the lightest, most simplistic, form of aviation that exists.   Prepare to have your mind blown!  Learn to soar with "no motor", just like the birds do.  Fly up to 300 miles, over mountain ranges, across valleys, at heights of 17,000 feet for up to 10 hours!  Learn the art of "acro", aka. tricks, SAT's, McTwists, Helicopters, etc., Go Vol-Biv flying....fly, hike, and camp.  Paraglide for multiply days, camping along the way!  Participate in paraglide races where a course is set and you fly with 100 other pilots and race to the finnish.   A typical day involves getting off work and heading out to your local mountain to soar for up to 3 hours and make it back before dinner!  Learning to fly like the birds is the name of the game.  The art of thermalling, using columns of rising air to lift yourself high enough to be able to glide to the next point!!! Paragliding is a lifetime of learning and it can start today!  

How much do lessons cost?

$1,800.00 (price is more if you have your own gear which is not recomended)

 

How long does the P-2 course take?

course takes 8-12 teaching days.  Immersion courses can be done in 2 weeks.  Most of the teaching is broken up between 1-2 months to accomodate peoples schedules and weather. 

 

Do I need my own gear?

Yes.  You buy your gear through me. Gear ranges from $3,000 (used) to $5,800 New.  Gear includes:  Wing, Harness, Reserve Parachute, Helmet, and Radio.  It is part of my job to fit your to the proper set up based on your weight and flying ability.

 

What time year do you teach?

April thru October is the season in Northern California

 

Are there payment plans?

Yes, on lessons.

What are age limits?

Must be 18 or older

What is phyical limitations?  

We are a "foot launch" sport, and our landing gear is our legs.  You will need to have a moderate ability to run and yes sometimes roll across the ground.

Is Paragliding Safe?

Yes and no.   I  believe that safety is our priority, and you use good judgment and are properly skilled you can minimize the danger of any activity of this kind.   Proper  training, certified equipment, and ALOT of practice! 

 

I am a certified USHPA instructor.  I have been flying since 2000 in the Shasta Valley area.  I recommend learning locally to where you live. We will be training on the same mountains to which you will fly after you graduate.  This way you will be accostomed to the weather patterns and local conditions, making you a confident and proficient pilot.  

Please contact me if you have ANY questions and/or want to begin!