Speedflying Training


Course Info & Pricing - Now Training First 2 Weeks of Every Month!

Speedflying is not just for crazy kids, we insist. In fact, we really think that all paraglider pilots should try it, especially if they live someplace where wind can be a limiting factor for fun, or at sites where a lack of thermals tends to reduce your enjoyment of paragliding. Foot launched Speedflying is an awesome way to have fun on a windy, or no-wind, day. It's the most versatile form of flying....and the truth is that it’s not that complicated. In fact, it’s quite simple to learn, and is a suitable option for even some beginner level paraglider pilots. Many of our students are cross-over multisport athletes coming from kiteboarding, skydiving, BASE and paragliding backgrounds.... But there is no prerequisite for our program, we teach anyone with drive and passion. Speedflying wings are stable, simple to fly, and easy to get used to.  If you want to stay at the Ranch or camp out down by the river while you are out for training, this is just one of the many benefits we offer to our students.


Our students graduate with excellent skills, solid experience and their own equipment--so get excited! Look forward to hard work and accelerated learning: early mornings at The Flystyle Ranch, ground school/classroom sessions during the mid-day, and evening lessons that go until sunset. Half-down deposit is required prior to your arrival. As a Flystyle student you will always get the best prices on gear (for life).

 

Expected time of completion:

Spring/Summer/Fall = 1 - 2 weeks

Winter = 10 days - 2 weeks


We're pride ourselves in being experts at finding the best possible equipment to match each of our students' individual flying goals.

Rain Check: Please understand all fly days are dependent on the weather. We will do everything possible to get you into the air, weather providing.

Have confidence in your instructor by choosing a USHPA Certified and Insured Paragliding Instructor. You will want to pick an instructor that is thorough, patient, knowledgeable and committed to your safety and success as a student pilot.


Level 1: Basic Pilot


Training aimed for pilots with limited or non-existent glider flying experience.


  • Wind Speed: Less than 15mph Minimum to Advance: 10-15 flights Estimated
  • Completion Time: 3 Days (depending on rate of advancement and weather)
  • Free Speedflying Guide with Level 1 purchase
  • Helmet Required

Skills Development:

  • Gear familiarity, terrain and weather basics
  • Pre-flight layout and gear check
  • Inflating, kiting, trim speed adjustment and ground handling
  • Successful launch (both forward and reverse)
  • In-flight canopy control
  • Successful landing – good flair, standing up, into wind and within 100ft

Students normally purchase gear with Level 2.

Level 2: Intermediate Pilot


Training in steep mountain flying in calm conditions.


  • Aimed for advanced skiers, paraglider pilots or basic speedflying pilots looking to progress further.
  • Wind Speed: Less than 20 mph
  • Minimum to Advance: 30 flights total
  • Estimated Completion Time: 7 days
  • Helmet Required

Skills Development:

  • Demonstrate gear familiarity and pre-flight check
  • Intermediate ground-handling skills (wall-building, directional control, aborting launch)
  • Successful launch – reverse and forward Trajectory planning
  • In-flight canopy control – harness turns, brakes, trim speed adjustment, touch-and-go, maintaining speed and angle of attack
  • Precision landing
  • Emergency techniques and maneuvers

Level 3: Advanced Pilot


Training for intermediate speedflying pilots taking advanced flights with strong wind.



  • Wind Speed: over 20 mph
  • Estimated Completion Time: Never


Skills Development:

  • Offtrack flying
  • Side hill/high-wind/cross-wind launch and landing
  • Advanced canopy control
  • In-flight turbulence training
  • Safety/rescue considerations







 

All training with Flystyle includes gear rental!

Remember, we decide together how quickly you progress. If you're not having fun then you're not going to remember your lessons. So the name of the game is practice practice, practice, watch, listen, learn, have fun & smile 'cause life is great!

Large discounts are available if you purchase gear prior to P2 lessons!

Be sure to Hit Us Up! with any questions you may have, if you haven't already checked out our FAQ page! Cheers!
Ask about our video feedback to help you improve your skills!  

 

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