Thinking about taking a parachute plunge is an exhilarating concept, but there are an important 5 things to keep in mind before your first skydive. Like all extreme sports, there are risks associated with skydiving (you are after all, jumping out of an aeroplane from a dizzy height, if you need to be reminded) so it is best to do your research and come prepared before you jump.   1.       Know your options If you are planning on throwing yourself into the blue beyond you must first decide which method you will use. The first option is a tandem skydive. This is when you are attached to a certified instructor who will open the parachute for you at the right time, leaving you to enjoy (or regret!) the experience without having to worry about when you should be opening your parachute, directing yourself and other technicalities. The second option is… Read More

Imagine leaving yourself to the mercy of gravity as it hurtles you back down where you belong, sailing through the sky with SA skydiving clubs. In South Africa, there are a number of great locations to fuel your adrenalin addiction and provide you with an experience never to be forgotten (and one you are likely to want to relive all over again). All the major hubs in South Africa have skydiving facilities, but you can also be pleasantly surprised by the facilities at some of South Africa’s smaller skydiving clubs.   Why South Africa? SA skydiving clubs offer world-class standards at competitive prices. Because the exchange rate is favourable to many overseas countries, foreigners can often skydive for cheaper in South Africa than they can in their home countries. Aside from the economical allure, South African skydiving sites also offer spectacular aerial scenery over a variety of landscape and vegetation.… Read More

Is it really a good idea to go skydiving? Well the simple answer is yes. Contrary to popular belief, sky diving has been ranked as one of the safest sports in the world. It is a great way to experience the world in a new way. For those of you who are unsure, there are a few things that you should take in to consideration. Firstly, why not try a tandem jump? A tandem jump involves you being strapped to a highly qualified master skydiver who will have over a thousand jumps to his/her name. This kind of skydive is extremely secure due to the fact that you do not actually control anything, the master skydiver will even help you jump out of the plane if you get too scared whist standing at the door of the plane. They are the ones who will tell you how to shape your… Read More

Parachutes for sale in South Africa offer buyers the chance to open up their horizons to the world of skydiving. In South Africa there are number of beautiful destinations where the ordinary person would only be able to enjoy it from the ground. However for those select few who can pay the price to take to the sky can experience this country in a whole new light. It is for this reason that the Parachute Association of South Africa exists and their aim is: To foster, develop and facilitate sport parachuting, in all its facets, within South Africa, in the safest and most progressive manner, on behalf of its members. For those of you who want to know how to start. Or are wondering what kinds of skydiving there is available. Then there are several ways to begin. Static Line Progression Firstly, there is static line progression where you will… Read More

Skydiving gear suppliers are important when you want to buy new or used skydiving equipment for sale in South Africa. No one wants to jump out of a plane and have their equipment malfunction. The skydiving gear you can buy includes Parachutes Helmets Altimeters Activation Devices Goggles Jump Suits Harness Systems South Africa skydivers have to rely on the best quality products to ensure their safety. To make every jump an enjoyable one. This may also interest you: Skydiving Prices in South Africa Skydiving Gear - Parachute Systems There are a number of suppliers of quality products in South Africa. One of these is Parachute Systems. Previously known as the Chute Shop, these skydiving gear suppliers have been around for over 30 years. So their expertise and knowledge has been of great use in the industry. The founders of the shop, Chris and Mari Dales were not only suppliers, but… Read More

Experience a tandem skydive and experience the world from the best view possible. There are a number skydiving academy’s and schools which offer tandem skydiving for those people who are looking for a new adventure sports to take on. If you love adrenaline-pumping sports and have done bungee jumping or something similar but the thrill has worn off, then skydiving is definitely for you. And the best thing about doing a tandem skydive is that you are not required to have any experience at all. What generally happens is that you will get briefed for a few minutes on the ground and then you will be hopping in to the little plane that will take you up in to the air. From here the only way down is by jumping. A tandem skydive involves you being strapped to a tandem master who will guide you throughout the jump. You have… Read More

Learning how to become a skydiving instructor in South Africa through a training course is both exciting and interesting. One thing you can do is speak to the skydiving school where you learnt in the first place. Many people start skydiving because of their first initial jump. The adrenaline pumping through your veins when you are standing on the edge of the plane waiting to jump can become addictive. And as a result, those people who thought they would only do it once become skydiving junkies. This however can become quite an expensive exercise. So some people who are really passionate about the sport look for a course to make a career out of skydiving. For those of you who can afford it however, it is a very rewarding sport and is one of the safest in the world. So here is a breakdown of what to expect. This may… Read More

Indoor skydiving and vertical wind tunnels offer you the same experience of skydiving without actually jumping out of an airplane. This is fantastic for those of you and myself included who would love to skydive. But do not think that they could actually jump out of a moving plane so high in the sky. Frequently asked questions about indoor skydiving Is indoor skydiving dangerous? How much does indoor skydiving cost? How much do you have to weigh? Can you eat before you go indoor skydiving? How does it work? These sports were originally designed as a means to train pilots who were going to have to sky dive during the war should their planes be struck by enemy fire. Today they offer thrill seekers and sports enthusiasts the opportunity to experience the same sensation that skydivers feel whenever they jump out of a plane. This may also interest you: Cape… Read More

There is nothing to take the load off a tough week than the exhilarating feel of skydiving. And if you are Capetonian and looking what you can do, then being a part of beginners skydiving in Cape Town is something you should seriously consider. Being a beginner is scary at the best of times, irrespective of what you may be looking at getting yourself into. And while skydiving poses a serious “butterfly-rush” that could you leave you terrified, there is no real need to worry. Why, you might ask? Well there are several organizations in Cape Town that go the distance when it comes to teaching beginners all they need to know about skydiving. Below you will find out which are the best organisations to consider, ones that will take you seriously and will ensure you are safe at all times and go on to really enjoy the sport of skydiving.… Read More

The history of skydiving takes us back to China in the 1100's where people found natural formations where they could jump from and float through the air as there obviously were no aeroplanes at the time. However many believe that skydiving only began in 1797 when Andre-Jacques Garnerin made the first successful parachute jumps from a hot air balloon. What is more, Leonardo Da Vinci created a design of a parachute that was in a wooden frame in a pyramid shape. This shows that skydiving is a lot older than many people may believe it do be. With regards to the history of skydiving as a sport, this definitely has a more recent start. Many people think that when Andre-Jacques Garnerin jumped out of the hot air balloon in 1797 that that was the beginning g the sport. Woman however only joined in the sport in 1900's with Kathe Paulus… Read More