I was recently asked skydiving, parachuting, static line & freefall – what’s the difference? Let’s be honest there’s a little confusion here for anyone not in the know. So let’s set about clearing it up! History of Parachuting A brief…
With more than 550 dropzones it is tough to decide where to skydive in Europe. But with many beautiful, historic destinations that ooze culture and throb with nightlife, skydiving European style is about much more than the freefall experience. So,…
A tandem jump is the way most people get into the world of skydiving. Strapped to an instructor and fully briefed about the jump, you get to experience freefall for anything up to a minute at the top UK tandem…
What to find out where to skydive in Australia? Then check out the 10 best Aussie dropzones below. From Tasmania to Northern Territory and Queensland to Western Australia we’ve got you covered! Australia is renowned for its stunning landscapes, beautiful…
Like many extreme sports, skydiving comes with its own lexicon of technical and slang terms that can be confusing to beginners. That’s why we’ve compiled this skydiving glossary of terms to help you feel at home when you’re learning how…
If you are a thrill seeker, adrenaline junky or extreme sports addict then at some point you will probably want jump out of a plan. If you like it you might want to know how to learn to skydive on…
How expensive is skydiving as a hobby? There are various factors to take into consideration, including the cost of training, equipment and membership. Plus of course the jump ticket skydive costs whenever you fancy some freefall. A jump ticket is…
Are you going to be in Thailand and fancy skydiving? Then read this guide to Thailand skydive holidays. In our opinion skydiving in Pattaya is the best place to jump out of a plane in Southeast Asia. Guide to Thailand…
Many years ago I discovered that living dangerously thrilled me. I started off mountain climbing, but soon learned that soaring over mountains is the real way to earn your stripes. Skydiving and travel are my passion, so to share my passions I’ve put together 10…
So you want to skydive, but have some skydiving questions you feel a little silly asking? It’s understandable to want to know all about it before you commit to jumping from a plane. So we’ve put together this skydive FAQ to answer…
The Eden Project in Cornwall has become one of the UK’s most famous attractions, with plenty of adventure activities we took the family to check it out. We also spent a night in a YHA family snoozebox – our first time…
From marvelling at the bounteous arcs of the Sydney Opera House, to sipping on a crisp white wine in the sun-drenched harbour you should enjoy every minute of this city’s cool-as-they-come attitude. But the best way to see this Aussie…
It only takes one skydive to get you hooked. And once you are hooked there are many types of skydiving and parachuting to try out, offering bigger, better and just different thrills than a standard skydive. If you’re thinking about…
Have you ever gotten off at the wrong bus stop? Probably. But did you turn around and blame the bus driver for your mistake? Probably not. As a skydiver, however, you’ve probably done exactly that – by exiting the plane…
Over the last couple of years Sophie Harper has been on an interesting journey. She has gone from having zero skydives to being well on the way to becoming a skydiving instructor. Below, Sophie talks about her experience – be prepared…
When it comes to skydiving, Switzerland has one of the poshest pedigrees in Europe: legendary landscapes, pristine planes and lush grass for landings. Here’s our guide to Switzerland skydiving holidays and tandem Swiss skydive options. Where to skydive in Switzerland Switzerland has around 20 permanent…
Many years ago I discovered that living dangerously thrilled me. I started off mountain climbing, but soon learned that soaring over mountains is the real way to earn your stripes. Skydiving and travel are my passion, so to share my passions I’ve put together 10…
Why jump at Midwest Freefall? Well, because it balances excellent facilities with a friendly, laid-back, community-centered vibe. The atmosphere is as warm as a family living room, but one with all the skydiving trimmings. There’s cosy carpeted indoor packing, space…
James Bradshaw is one of a rare breed – a repeat tandem skydiver. Here, he tells his story about how he came to love the sport of freefall, parachuting and skydiving. We’ve asked him a few questions about his experiences…
Want your first skydive to be comfortable as well as thrilling? Then listen up. You’ll need to look beyond the oversimplified information you already have. Most tandem skydiving operations give some version or other of the same spiel. Namely to…
