Category: Skydiving courses

Your First Skydive: From Unknown Leap to Pure Euphoria The bottom line: Your first skydive is exciting, unexpected and intense — but above all unforgettable. This blog dives into what it feels like to make that first jump, what happens in your mind, and why it often marks the start of personal growth. ➤ Table of Contents Your first jump: threshold and desire combined The leap into the unknown The first freefall: everything in a flash Control brings freedom The euphoria after landing Your first jump: threshold and desire combined Your first skydive is hard to put into words. It's a threshold, a desire, and a victory all at once. Many people don't know how they will react once they step out of the plane. One thing is certain: you’ll discover a new side of yourself. The leap into the unknown The lead-up to your first jump feels like a journey into a whole new world. You step out without knowing how your body and mind will respond. Will you be overwhelmed? Will you feel unexpected calm? Skydiving offers a unique experience: you only know once you do it. Curious about the myths and truths? Read our blog about common skydiving misconceptions. During an Accelerated Freefall (AFF) course, you learn to trust your body. Your breathing stays calm, and your instincts take over — often better than your thinking mind. The first freefall: everything in a flash In the first few seconds of freefall, time seems to disappear. Many students describe it as everything happening in a flash. Your awareness narrows completely into the "now." Feeling, movement, and sound merge into one intense experience. At first, it often feels like your mind and body are two separate worlds: you think one thing, but your body sometimes reacts differently. That’s completely

From AFF to A-License: your next step as a skydiver The bottom line: After your AFF course, the A-license is your next step. In one focused week, you’ll build toward the required 25 jumps, with personal coaching, technical growth, and an environment that helps you become a fully independent skydiver. ➤ Show table of contents You grow from your first jump to flying solo A week that changes everything More than just technique Jumping in places that inspire What makes Airboss different? Ready for your next step? You grow from your first jump to flying solo The A-license is the natural next step after your Accelerated Freefall (AFF) course. With at least 7 jumps under your belt, you’re already jumping on your own. In one intensive week, you’ll continue building toward your official license. You’ll work toward the full set of 25 jumps, develop new skills, and grow in confidence. The entire week is about flying. Your body adapts, your mind follows, and halfway through you feel it happen: you become a skydiver. A week that changes everything What usually takes months can happen here in just a few days. Not because we rush — but because the environment is right. You sleep in a place that smells like sea and adventure. You eat with people who share the same dream. And every day, you jump, learn, laugh, and grow. Every jump has a purpose. You get instant feedback and feel how everything starts to click. You don’t just learn how to skydive — you learn why. That gives you calm, control, and confidence. More than just technique During this week, you’ll not only work on your freefall technique, but also on your landings, your ground knowledge, and your mental strength. Packing your own parachute is a practical requirement for

AFF or Airwareness – How to choose the course that's right for you The bottom line: 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. You don’t need any experience for either! This page explains the difference so you can make the choice that suits you best. ➤ Show table of contents AFF – The first step to solo skydiving Perfect for you if you: Airwareness + A license – The complete package Choose this option if you: Learn to skydive with a vacation vibe Whichever course you choose, the perfect setting awaits you AFF – The first step to solo skydiving The AFF course (Accelerated Freefall) is the ideal way for beginners to learn to skydive independently. You start with 6 jumps under the guidance of experienced instructors and learn all the basic principles of skydiving. After these first jumps, you'll continue with your first solo jump. The result is a globally recognized license, allowing you to skydive anywhere in the world. The AFF course takes one week and is intensive but perfect if you want to quickly learn to jump on your own. Perfect for you if you: Have never jumped before but want to learn to jump independently. Want to experience the freedom of solo skydiving. Are looking for a short, intensive course. Airwareness + A license – The complete package Want to take your skydiving skills further? Then choose the Airwareness + A license program. This course starts with the AFF course and then builds up with 25 jumps. After earning your A license, you're certified to skydive independently, with more experience and confidence. The Airwareness + A license program lasts two