Learn to Skydive
Accelerated Freefall Program
Learn To Skydive At Skydive DeLand!
OUR AFF Training Method
Skydive DeLand offers the most effective and efficient way to learn how to skydive, the Accelerated Freefall (AFF) training method. This program has seven levels of progression and is designed to provide you with personalized instruction allowing you to advance at your own pace as you satisfy the training objectives.
How To Get Started
You will begin with a First Jump Course (FJC) which is the ground school portion of the AFF program. It is typically scheduled for Monday morning at 8:00 am or Friday afternoon at 1:00 pm, but other days can be arranged if needed. Plan for your FJC to last approximately 5 hours. After you complete the classroom objectives you will be ready to jump wearing your personal parachute system, which we provide for you. Two instructors will accompany you on your first skydive. The three of you will exit the plane together at 13,500 feet. They will stay at your side, coaching you through your training assignment, until you deploy your own parachute. Your helmet will be equipped with a radio, which we use to provide you advice if needed in order for you to steer your parachute to a soft landing.
What to expect
As you advance through the program, two instructors accompany you through level 3. Then one instructor will jump with you until you graduate. After you have completed the program, you will be cleared to jump without an instructor! The AFF training program includes ground school, pre-jump training, the lessons needed to graduate, and all the required equipment.
Important Information:
- Reservations are recommended
- Wear comfortable clothing, tennis shoes are required
- Leave valuables at home
AFF Skydiving Requirements:
- Must be between 18 & 60 years old
- Must weigh less than 220 lbs
- Must show a valid photo ID
- No drugs or alcohol before jumping
Ready to get started?
My son’s AFF instructor was great. Really took the time to work with and encourage him. His jump was successful and makes me want to jump again 25 years after my first jump.
Patricia D. – Facebook
Skydiving Safety
Skydive DeLand is a member of the United States Parachute Association.
