Derbyshire Intro to Paragliding Course Gift Vouchers £180 for 1

During this full day Derbyshire Paragliding course you'll master skills such as launch, take off and ground control with expert Paragliding instructors helping you on the journey to earning your EPC!

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Derbyshire Intro to Paragliding Course

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During this full day Derbyshire Paragliding course you'll master skills such as launch, take off and ground control with expert Paragliding instructors helping you on the journey to earning your EPC!

Paragliding Experience Days: This full day paragliding lesson in Derbyshire is not only an exhilarating experience, bit it is also a solid introduction to Paragliding and will count as the first step in the journey to earning your EPC (Elementary Pilot Certificate). Once you have completed the EPC course you are deemed capable of paragliding solo under the supervision of a paragliding instructor.

Paragliding is a wonderful and addictive pastime, where you learn to control a Paraglider - this is essentially a lightweight, foot-launched glider aircraft in which the pilot is harnessed. The pilot is suspended underneath a fabric wing with suspension lines, and can steer and guide his paraglider, flying for hours at a time. This 1 day introductory paragliding lesson is not just great fun, but it's also an important 1st step towards being certified for solo paragliding! During this paragliding experience your instructor will teach you some basic paragliding skills such as launch, take off and ground control.

On top of all of this, you are also treated to some really stunning aerial views of the surrounding Derbyshire landscape.Your paragliding lesson in Derbyshire will begin with a thorough briefing at either the Derbyshire Paragliding Centre or at a pre-assigned location.
You will have some theory to work on, combined with some hands-on practical application, learning first how to handle the glider when it is on the ground and then how to control it when it is airborne. Things really kick off when you progress to practising landing and take-off manoeuvres, and depending on weather conditions you will finish your full day paragliding lesson by trying out some low level flights! This paragliding experience day counts towards your EPC (Elementary Pilots Course) qualification.

When can you book Derbyshire Intro to Paragliding Course

This course is available all year round, Wednesdays to Sundays only (subject to availability and weather conditions).
They start between 9am-9:30am and finish between 4:30pm-5pm.

Flying Requirements

Minimum age: 16.

Maximum Weight: 105kg (16.5st)

You should have a reasonable level of fitness. If you have a medical condition that you think may affect your ability to do this course please check with the centre when booking.

This price includes £10 BHPA Membership giving you third party insurance cover for the day.

How long is the Derbyshire Intro to Paragliding Course

Experience Duration: 6:00

Time Spent at Venue: 6:00

You should allow a full day for the course.

Flight times are around 1-3 minutes depending on weather, and they take up to a maximum of 8 flights in the day.

Guest Info For Derbyshire Intro to Paragliding Course

Participants: The Paragliding Course Derbyshire - 1 Day Intro is for 1 participant.

Max Group Size: 4

Spectators Allowed on Site: Yes

This is small group introductory course. There may be up to 4participants per group.

Spectators are welcome to watch and there is a cafe onsite.

Activity Location

Ashbourne (Derbyshire)

What to Wear For This Activity

The centre will provide you with all the equipment you will need on the day.

You should dress warmly - layers are best so you can take some off if you get hot. You should wear solid footwear ideally with ankle support, trainers are ok.

It is a good idea to bring water and a packed lunch.

Is This Activity Weather Dependent?

Paragliding is a weather dependent sport; always call the centre either the day before or on the day of your course to check that the course is going ahead.

If your experience is cancelled due to adverse weather conditions, you will simply be re-scheduled for an alternative date.

Derbyshire Intro to Paragliding Course Reviews

Customer Reviews

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Debbie Lawrence - Darles Moor Airfield, Ashbourne

19/04/2023

Such an amazing experience and a wonderful day out for the family. Judy the instructor was so welcoming accommodating and ensured the experience was memorable. Good communication in the lead up to the event too.

Alex Randall - KENILWORTH

01/10/2022

Such a great experience! really friendly and reassuring staff, highly recommended.

Jill Davies - Chorley

27/07/2022

This was the best birthday gift I've ever received. Judy was incredible, and even though I'm no daredevil, I felt safe and confident and I loved every moment of my flight. It took me hours to really come back down from the high I felt....

Terry Arthur - Leamington spa

18/11/2021

It was brilliant. The instructor was very friendly. Explained every thing clearly. When I was in the air it awesome. Saw for miles.

Suzanne - Halifax

29/06/2021

I did the hang gliding for my 60th birthday. What an exhilarating experience! Absolutely brilliant. Judy was so professional, explaining each step along the way and reassuring me. I thought about little else for days afterwards. I bought the video of the flight and have watched it back several times. Although it was very demanding, I would recommend it.

Nigel Rooke - Liverpool

11/06/2021

Had a great day being introduced to paragliding. The morning was spent learning about the equipment and how to safely use it. In the afternoon it was time to fly. There where 4 of us on our taster day and 2 advanced students who need to fly. The wind was a bit gusty so a bit of waiting around but we all managed to get 2 short flights in. The course was due to finish around 4pm but it was 6 when we actually finished. I think the instructors decided to stay so we got a couple of goes but it was a lovely sunny evening so they’d have stayed anyway and flown themselves after we left. A great day and I would recommend them.

Joe - newark

12/08/2020

Fantastic flying experience, would recommend

Mike Dennis - BIRMINGHAM

02/02/2020

Best thing I have done in years, tandem buddy Judy was great at explaining what was going on. Hope to repeat later this year.

Debi Haines - Halesowen

03/06/2018

My hubby really enjoyed it and wishes he could afford to take up as hobby but at Â£4k plus to continue with the training its a bit of a dream at moment. Really nice friendly instructors, also a cafe and some where to sit. Only niggle is it stated on website no spectators so I left him to it went off to Derby, but when I got back noticed one of partners had actually been taken with the group. I was a little gutted as it was for our special anniversary. I watched from the side lines as once group was on field not allowed on as its a working airfield. I could not take very good pictures as too far away. Would have loved some good photos. Also they don't allow you to take the course booklet away no real proof of completing course unless there is some kind of register. But otherwise well worth the money.

Elen - derbyshire

04/10/2017

Excellent

Judy Roxburgh - Anonymous location

05/05/2017

An unexpectedly amazing experience that was taken with Judy, my co glider. She gave me 100% confidence and allowed me to enjoy what I thought would have been a something I wouldn't have enjoyed at all.

Jane Turner - Anonymous location

08/12/2016

After waiting for 20 months for my hang gliding session, I finally did it on 13th November 2016 - it kept getting postponed because of the weather - I thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it. I was reluctant to take hold of the 'controls' but had every faith in my gliding buddy. The staff were very kind and helpful and made sure I was wrapped up warm. I would definitely recommend this as a gift for someone.

Kerry Appleyard - Anonymous location

08/07/2014

Had a great morning, the flight was pretty scary but Judy Leden talked me through it all, was glad to get down again, an excellent but scary experience, very glad I did it!

Jazmin Richards - Anonymous location

03/07/2014

Good experience but the parachute was damaged so i had to share with someone else so i only got one go and the other had 2-3

Derren Parsons - Anonymous location

13/08/2013

Excellent, inspired me to take up the sport, if I lived closer I would undoubtably join this school, friendly professional informed instruction.

Walter spence - Anonymous location

15/04/2013

the weather was to cold so you didn't get long in the air,straight up circle round then land.I wish i could have been told to wait for warmer weather, so i could have had longer in the air i dont think this was value for money.

Karen Brain - Anonymous location

14/07/2011

Kornel Lambert - Anonymous location

27/06/2011

Natalie Harding - Anonymous location

09/08/2010

Ellie Winstanley - Anonymous location

20/10/2009

My instructor was very informative and friendly and made me feel at ease. This experience was definitely one of the best things I have ever done. Thank you for this opportunity. Ellie

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Questions about Derbyshire Intro to Paragliding Course

Would you recomend the 1 day course to someone wanting to take this up as a hobby?

This would be ideal for someone looking to take up paragliding as an interest/hobby.

For the location, I see there is a location map. However, for travelling and navigation purposes, I cannot see a postcode for the location? Is this something that is disclosed within the gift experience voucher?

The postcode for Darley Moor Airfield is DE6 2ET.

When does the Paragliding Course Derbyshire - 1 Day Intro run and at what times?

The Paragliding Course Derbyshire - 1 Day Intro runs on Wednesdays and Saturdays throughout the year (weather depending). They start between 9am - 9:30am and finish between 4:30pm - 5pm.

Is a winch used for the Paragliding Course Derbyshire - 1 Day Intro?

Yes, a winch is used to pull you up so that the centre can set the height you will take off which is done for your own safety.

You will get to fly 2-4 times depending on how well your training has gone and you are picking it up.

Whilst one should allow a full day for this course can you please inform me on average how many flights this will involve and how long they last thank you?

Time spent in the air will depend largely upon the weather and the ability level you've reached by the latter half of the day. Most of the morning is spent outside in the field, where you'll familiarise yourself with the rig and practice trial runs and takeoffs. By the afternoon, you'll hopefully be in a position to safely make a few flights the length of the field, lasting a couple of minutes each.

Is the 'Paragliding Course Derbyshire - 1 Day Intro' suitable for those with no prior experience?

Yes, this introductory course is suitable for complete beginners. It covers the basics on the ground, and includes an opportunity to take some low-level tandem flights - accompanied by an instructor, and weather permitting.

I am hoping to buy my husband a paragliding experience, which is the best option? How much flying do they get for the full day introductory course. Is it mainly class room work

Most of the day is spent training out on the field and in the afternoon you will get 2 to 3 goes which lasts between 1 to 2 minutes a time.

Can you tell me whereabouts it is located? Is the equipment provided on the day?

This experience is located at Darley Moor Airfield, DE6 2ET. All equipment you will need is provided by the centre.

Hi. This is something my girlfriend mentioned she wanted to do. I am unsure if the Paragliding Course Derbyshire - 1 Day Intro is suitable for someone who hasn't done it before.

This would be suitable for absolute beginners.

I'm Interested in the 1 day experience but does it include a high level tandem experience? Also, if the weather allows the course to begin, but later is not good enough for take-off and low level practice, can it carry forward to another day?

This experience does not include a high level tandem skydive. However you can book this at a reduced price directly with the centre when making your booking. Yes, in the event of cancellation due to weather, the experience will always be rescheduled for a later date, and the expiry of your voucher will no longer be relevant.

I'm looking at purchasing something along these lines for my partner. He is a freestyle skier and wants to para glide in on mountains eventually!? So, I'm looking at what he will need qualification/certificate wise to do this? This experience states it counts towards something is that what he needs ?

This does go towards the Elementary Pilot Certificate and will be perfect for your partner to take if he is looking to eventually get a qualification in this.

My partner has tried gliding once and absolutely loved it. I'd like to get him this Derbyshire paragliding session to build his skills so he can do more than tandem flights in future. Is there a tandem flight included in the day as well?

This Derbyshire paragliding experience does not include a tandem flight, and is just a one-day intro course to paragliding with an instructor.

How high are the 'low-level' flights mentioned in the description?

The low-level flights for this 1 day paragliding course are around 20 ft.

What is the 1-Day Intro Paragliding Course in Derbyshire?

The 1-Day Intro Paragliding Course in Derbyshire is an exhilarating experience where you can learn the basics of paragliding. You'll receive expert instruction, take part in ground school, and enjoy tandem flights, making it perfect for beginners.

Who is this experience gift suitable for?

This experience is ideal for anyone looking for a unique gift, particularly those who enjoy adventure and are looking to try something new. It's suitable for ages 16 and above, and no prior experience is required.

How long does the course last?

The course lasts for one full day, typically around 6 to 8 hours, which includes both ground instruction and practical flying time.

What should I wear for the paragliding course?

You should wear comfortable clothing suitable for outdoor activities. Sturdy shoes, such as trainers or hiking boots, are recommended. It's also a good idea to bring a jacket in case of cooler weather.

Is there any important safety equipment provided?

Yes, all necessary safety equipment, including helmets and harnesses, is provided as part of the course. Your instructors will ensure you are equipped safely before your flights.

How many people will be in my group?

Group sizes can vary, but the courses typically accommodate small groups to ensure everyone receives individual attention and instruction from the trainers.

What if the weather is bad on the day of the course?

If the weather conditions are unsuitable for flying, the course may be rescheduled to ensure safety. The instructors will keep you updated and work with you to find a new date.

Can I purchase this experience as a gift?

Absolutely! This experience can make a fantastic gift for anyone who enjoys adventure. You can also opt for a gift voucher, which allows the recipient to book at their convenience.

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