Wind Tunnel Training Before Your AFF Course: Take off Prepared! In the past, learning to skydive meant just jumping out and hoping your body and mind would cooperate. Today, we’re smarter—thanks to wind tunnels. Instead of immediately going up to 13,000 feet, you can now first practice in an environment with steady airflow, an instructor
From AFF to A License: your next step as a skydiver The A License is the natural next step after your Accelerated Freefall (AFF). By then, you’ve already done at least 7 jumps – you’re flying solo – and you’ll spend an intense week working towards your official skydiver’s license: 25 jumps, new skills, and
Afraid of heights but still want to learn skydiving? Fear of heights doesn’t mean you can’t learn to skydive Many people think that skydiving with a fear of heights is impossible. But that’s not true. Fear of heights mostly comes up in situations where you’re physically connected to the ground—like standing on a ladder, a
Skydiving and Stress: How Do You Deal With It? Stress is normal – even in the plane Skydiving is exciting. Period. Your body reacts instinctively: increased heart rate, dry mouth, tingling hands. For many, it’s the first time they feel their stress response this raw and intense. But that doesn’t mean something’s wrong. Stress
How much does learning to skydive cost, and what do you get in return? Learning to skydive may seem like something reserved for the elite or daredevils with deep pockets. But how much does training really cost — and what do you get in return? In this blog, we break down the costs involved
5 misunderstandings about skydiving Just say you’re planning to go skydiving and you’ll be hit with a storm of reactions: well-meaning warnings, half-truths and clichés. But skydiving today is not what it used to be. In this blog, we tackle five persistent myths — and show you why skydiving is surprisingly accessible, safe, and
AFF or Airwareness? How to Choose the Right Course for You Learning to skydive is an adventure, but which course is the best fit for you? At Airboss, we offer two great options: the AFF course and the Airwareness + A-license program. No experience required for either! Here’s what makes them different—so you can
Airboss moves to Royan – Same vibes, new adventure! After years in Mimizan, it was time for something new: Airboss is moving to Royan! This stunning location at the mouth of the Gironde has everything you could wish for: wide beaches, unique architecture, and a vibrant vibe that perfectly matches our skydiving community. Royan
An Unforgettable skydive holiday in Morocco Adventure and culture in the sky This winter I had the privilege of organizing a skydive holiday in Morocco, and what an adventure it was! It was much more than just adrenaline in the sky. The combination of stunning nature, intensive training, and the warm Moroccan culture made