Airboss Academy:
7 days of focused training towards your A licence
Airboss Academy is a 7-day follow-up programme after AFF, where you work purposefully on the jumps, skills and theory needed for your A licence.
You jump every day, train with clear learning goals and receive personal coaching, video analysis and seminars at our locations in France or Morocco.
For many participants, this is the week when everything starts to come together. If you already have the right foundation and enough jumps, you may be able to earn your A licence during this week.
If you still need extra jumps to meet all the requirements, this is the fastest and most focused step towards it.
On this page, you will find answers to questions such as: what the Academy week includes, how many jumps you make, what you need to earn your A licence, what it costs, which locations you can choose and what the requirements are.
- 7 days of focused jumps, skills and theory towards your A licence
- Personal coaching, video analysis and seminars
- Targeted training with solo and formation jumps in an inspiring location
Video: get a feel for Airboss Academy. Train intensively, jump every day and progress with focus towards your A licence in an unforgettable location.
At a glance
Duration
7 days
Who is it for?
Skydivers who have completed AFF and want to keep progressing towards their A licence
Locations
Royan (France) or Beni Mellal (Morocco)
Price from
€895
Pricing and packages
France
From €895 for the training programme.
You arrange your own accommodation, so you can shape your week in the way that suits you best.
Morocco
€2,595 for the complete package.
Including flight, training, accommodation, meals and local transport, so you can fully focus on jumps, skills and your progress towards the A licence.
These are the official prices on this page. That way, you can instantly see the difference between France and Morocco.
How does Airboss Academy work in practice?
During Academy week, you follow a fixed rhythm of preparation, jump, landing and debrief. That rhythm is exactly what makes it effective.
You stay in the flow of learning and build a lot of confidence in a short time. You work purposefully on the elements needed for your A licence, with clear feedback after every jump.
What is included in Academy week?
Coaching and theory
- Theory and practical lessons
- 7 days of coaching
- Video analysis
- Seminars focused on the A licence
Jumps and progression
- 5 solo jumps
- 5 formation jumps
- Daily focused training with clear learning goals
- Direct feedback after every jump
Progressing towards your A licence
- Packing training
- Practical assignments
- A licence exam
- Focused preparation for independent skydiving
Result
If you already meet all the requirements, you may be able to earn your A licence during this week. If you are still missing jumps or specific elements, this week brings you as close as possible.
When can you earn your A licence during this week?
That depends on your starting point. During Airboss Academy, you make 10 planned jumps: 5 solo jumps and 5 formation jumps.
If your previous jumps have already given you enough experience and you meet the other requirements, you may be able to earn your A licence during this week.
If you have not yet reached the required minimum of 25 freefall jumps, you can make extra jumps to complete your licence.
This is how it works in real life
After every landing, we go straight into a video debrief: what went well, what your focus point is for the next jump, and which steps we take next.
What do you need to be able to do for your A licence?
For the A licence, you show that you can function safely and independently on the dropzone. That includes taking part safely in formation jumps, packing your parachute independently, knowing the theory and landing under different conditions with control.
For more information and downloads, you can also visit the Airboss website.
Skydiving with a holiday feeling
At Airboss, you combine focused training with a relaxed atmosphere. During the day, you work on your skills and your goals. Afterwards, there is time to eat together, catch up and enjoy the surroundings.
That holiday feeling helps: you relax faster, you learn faster, and you make memories with people who understand exactly why you are doing this.
Who runs the programme?
Since 2004, Airboss has guided people who want to learn to skydive at exceptional locations outside the Netherlands.
Every year, around 80 participants follow a training or progression programme with us, and by now we have trained more than 1000 students.
You are coached by certified instructors who work every day with AFF, A licence programmes and personal coaching.
Airboss is affiliated with the KNVvL (Dutch Parachuting Association) and we train within fixed procedures based on KNVvL standards, with clear video debriefs after every jump.
Safety at a glance
- Every rig has a main and reserve parachute
- Equipment with an Automatic Activation Device (AAD) as an extra safety layer
- You train and repeat emergency procedures, so you know exactly what to do
Ready to get started? Choose your location
Experience of an Airboss Academy participant
“I went to France for the second time to earn my A licence with Airboss. What a week. A relaxed atmosphere combined with good coaching, and safety always comes first. After a long day of jumping, a beer by the barbecue. I will definitely be back.”
Wouter, Airboss Academy participant
Frequently asked questions about the A licence programme
Can I start the A licence programme directly after AFF?
What do I need to be able to do to earn my A licence?
How many jumps will I make during the programme?
What does the A licence programme cost?
In France, you only pay for the training and arrange your own accommodation. In Morocco, it is a complete package including flight, training, accommodation, meals and local transport.
Also see the Pricing and packages section above.
What happens if I do not pass the A licence exam?
At which locations can I earn my A licence?
What do I need in order to take part in the programme?
What are the benefits of an A licence?
Why is an intensive week of skydiving at a holiday destination so effective?
Requirements for participation
Entry level
Successfully completed AFF
Medical
Valid medical declaration
KNVvL
Active KNVvL membership
Jumps
Not yet at 25 freefall jumps? Then you can make extra jumps during the week
Want to know more about progressing in skydiving?
- ➔ Get your A license: everything about the next step after your AFF programme.
- ➔ Wind tunnel training for skydiving: speed up your progression towards your A licence.
- ➔ Learning to skydive on holiday: why a week on location gives you so much.
Questions or booking?
Still unsure, or do you want to start with Airboss Academy right away? Call, email or message us. We are happy to help.
Phone: +31 (0)85 401 46 47
Mobile (WhatsApp): +31 6 1659 2266
Email: spring@airboss.nl
Are you ready for your A licence? Choose your location and start your Academy week.
Personal A-License Plan
We start with a personal plan, tailored to your level and jump experience. Together we map out what you still need for your A-license and how we’re going to tackle it in the smartest way during your week.
Need Formation Skydives? No problem, we’ll jump with you. Never packed your own parachute? We’ll teach you step by step. This way you know exactly where you stand, what the route is, and what you’ll be training in each part.
Formation Skydiving
In 5 jumps you’ll learn the basics of Formation Skydiving. You’ll train safe approaches, controlled stopping, taking grips, holding levels, and most importantly: awareness and discipline.
The goal isn’t “just joining in”, it’s understanding what you’re doing and why. So you can build further with more calm and confidence in your jumps.
Canopy Control
Across 5 Canopy Control jumps you’ll learn to really fly your parachute. Same as in any flight phase: control, insight, and safety. Think a clean pattern, predictable flying in traffic, reading the wind, flare timing, and better landings.
This is often the part where people suddenly realize how much progress is possible under canopy. And you feel that immediately in your confidence.
Hop and Pop
On a Hop and Pop you exit at 1,200 meters and deploy after a few seconds. This jump is perfect to sharpen your exit and deployment routine, and to get extra time under canopy for focused training.
Calm, structured, and technically valuable.
Parachute Packing
You’ll learn to pack your parachute independently with clear, practical instructions. Not only because it’s a requirement, but because it helps you understand your equipment better.
It builds trust, makes you more independent, and you simply become a more complete skydiver.
Theory Exam
For your A-license you need basic knowledge of regulations, equipment, meteorology, and general skydiving principles. You’ll get the study materials and we plan moments to go through questions and scenarios together.
At the end of the week you take the theory exam.
Extra Jumps
Want to do extra jumps after your training? You can. You pay per jump and you’re free to jump for routine, training, or simply to build numbers.
We’ll help you choose what makes the most sense at that point: more coaching, more repetition, or a new focus point.
Ready to start?
Choose your location and check the program, dates, and options. In France you arrange accommodation the way you like.
In Morocco you can choose a complete package, so you can fully focus on your training.
➔ View program and dates in France
➔ View the complete package in Morocco
Reviews
De ultieme kick maar tegelijkertijd het echte vakantiegevoel! Een mooie locatie, een goede sfeer en relaxte instructeurs. Onze vakantie bij Airboss was top en het is zeker een aanrader. Echt super bedankt!
“Kicke! Vorige zomer naar Frankrijk gegaan om te springen, voor de eerste keer. Super spannend. Die kick als je uit het vliegtuig springt is te gek! Bij Airboss springen is echt relaxed. Goeie begeleiding, alles gaat op jouw tempo. Vond het zo tof, heb meteen m’n A-brevet gehaald. Airboss bedankt!”
Net terug van een geweldige vakantie! Sjon pakt alles rustig en duidelijk aan en voor je het goed en wel beseft keer je tevreden met een A-brevet naar huis. Ik kom zeker ooit nog eens langs!
Zojuist teruggekomen van 2 geweldige weken in Mimizan. Veel sprongen kunnen maken met de professionele coaching van Sjon en Rod. De sfeer is heel relaxed op de dropzone mede door de gezellige groep springers en instructeurs, zowel van Airboss als OJB, die graag hun kennis met je willen delen en er alles aan doen om te zorgen dat iedereen zoveel mogelijk kan springen en zichzelf kan verbeteren. De faciliteiten op de dropzone (eten, drinken en slapen) zijn meer dan prima waardoor ik een geweldige tijd heb gehad en met A brevet naar huis ben gegaan! Thnx Airboss!
Begin September ben ik voor de tweede keer naar Mimizan afgezakt om te springen met Airboss. Op de dropzone zijn alle voorzieningen aanwezig (eten, drinken en slapen) en ook het centrum van Mimizan en het strand zijn niet ver af. Door het goede weer in deze regio kan er iedere dag gesprongen worden. En met Sjon en Rod als instructeurs kan je beroep doen op zoveel ervaring dat je sowieso iedere sprong weer bijleert.
Ik ben voor de 2e keer naar Mimizan gegaan om met Airboss mijn A brevet te halen. Wat een week weer. Een relaxte sfeer gecombineerd met goede lessen, en veiligheid staat voorop. ‘s Avonds een biertje met een bbq na een lange dag springen. Ik kom zeker terug :-)
In augustus 2020 heb ik 8 volle dagen parachute gesprongen in Mimizan via Airbossnl. Een combinatie van goed weer en de juiste hoeveelheid mensen maakt het mogelijk om snel veel sprongen te maken. Het uitzicht is top! De camping/bunkhouse, hangar en restaurant/bar liggen allemaal naast elkaar.
Waren geweldige dagen! Aan het eind van de vakantie kon ik met een super ervaring en het A-brevet naar huis.
Sjon is een chille gast en leert je graag alles over het skydiven.
Big shout-out to Rod, teaching me the good stuff!
Wat een geweldige week! Als je echt opzoek bent naar een onvergetelijke tijd waar je vrienden maakt voor het leven, ga naar Airboss! Hoe Sjon en Dennis met je meedenken en je helpen met de vragen die je hebt vindt je nergens anders! Bedankt mannen en tot in Nederland!
Super toffe week gehad, hele chille sfeer en een leuke groep mensen ontmoet! Ik heb in augustus 2021 gesprongen en binnen 8 dagen mijn A-brevet gehaald, Sjon en Dennis geven goede begeleiding en staan altijd klaar voor je vragen. Bedankt voor alles!
Met het AFF brevet op zak kwamen we in Frankrijk aan om ons A brevet te halen. In Mimizan heerst een rustige, ontspannen en leerzame sfeer waarin je goed kan oefenen. Daarnaast sprongen wij standaard van 14000 ft wat veel tijd geeft in de vrije val.
Sjon denkt goed met je mee, begeleidt en helpt waar nodig. Zo hebben we in 3 springdagen het A brevet kunnen halen. De 2 dagen waarop de dropzone gesloten was, hebben we gebruikt om het parachutevouwen en de theorie te leren.
Voor iedereen die op een relaxte manier wil leren springen is Airboss een echte aanrader!
Springen met Airboss is een onvergetelijke ervaring. Tot in de puntjes geregeld. Volledige ontzorging door Sjon en zijn crew, exits vanaf 14k ft, uitzicht over de Atlantische kust, met de nieuwste spullen en onder relaxte, maar zeer professionele begeleiding. Een absolute aanrader!
Augustus 2024 naar Mimizan geweest voor het Airboss Academy pakket.
Wat een topweek heb ik gehad. Vanaf het eerste moment dat je aankomt merk je dat er een topsfeer hangt.
We troffen het niet helemaal met het weer maar uiteindelijk wel alles kunnen afronden en naar huis met mijn A brevet!
Sjon, Dennis, Thijs en Tessa bedankt voor deze mooie week, alle lessen, instructies, 1on1 sprongen en natuurlijk de gezelligheid!
Geweldige ervaring gehad! Ik zou het iedereen aanraden, ook als je niet van te spannende dingen houdt. Dit is een ervaring voor de rest van je leven!
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