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2022 | Tandem Skydiving

  • Why Starting Out Tandem Is A Good Idea
    Oct 26

    Why Starting Out Tandem Is A Good Idea

    Let's be real, we've all dreamed of flying through the clouds. Whether you had that dream as a sprout or - with tandem skydiving being totally a real thing - much more recently, you may be considering making that dream a reality. Maybe you've even asked yourself, should I go skydiving? Orrrr maybe you are interested in fully committing and getting your skydiving license right off the bat. Either way - we will always, ALWAYS recommend starting out tandem first!

  • After Effects of Skydiving on the Brain
    Sep 25

    After Effects of Skydiving on the Brain

    In 2021, there were an estimated 3.57 million skydives made. Wondering why so many people would willingly leap from an aircraft several thousand feet above the ground?

    For some, it is merely part of the endless expedition to secure that next adrenaline rush. Though, many of these ceaselessly searching individuals find much more than they bargained for. You see, the majority of repeat jumpers return time and time again because they have discovered the after effects of skydiving come with some pretty stellar benefits.

  • Can You Skydive Through Clouds?
    Jul 31

    Can You Skydive Through Clouds?

    The desire to touch a cloud probably starts when most of us are young children. Looking up at the sky, clouds just look so fluffy and soft - there is something so enticing about them! Then you grow up and learn that clouds are merely condensed water vapor and you realize the sad truth that being inside a cloud would simply feel like going outside on a foggy day.

  • Skydiving Weight Limit: What You Must Know
    May 25

    Skydiving Weight Limit: What You Must Know

    The skydive weight limit at every dropzone is not solely decided by the parachute center. Like many other rules and regulations of our sport, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the skydiving gear manufacturers are the shot callers. This is important, as the last thing we want is for any potential jumper to think we, meaning our industry or our individual skydiving dropzone, are being discriminatory. Weight limits are determined in the name of safety and comfort. Let's take a look into the logistics of skydiving weight limits.

  • What Does Skydiving Feel Like?
    Apr 30

    What Does Skydiving Feel Like?

    One of the questions we frequently get asked is both simple and vague: what does skydiving feel like? You need to experience it yourself, as it's pretty hard to explain, but we will do our best to describe the feeling.

  • Skydiving Videos: Are They Worth the Money?
    Feb 28

    Skydiving Videos: Are They Worth the Money?

    The cost of tandem skydiving videos may seem steep, especially after you've already saved up and shelled out to book your skydive, but listen closely - now's not the time to scrimp! As cliche as it sounds, it's worth stating: you only skydive for the first time once. Don't miss the opportunity to catch yourself in the act of accomplishing something extraordinary!

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