The keys to a proper skydive practice

If you are an adventerous person and you like adrenaline, you will surely have thought about skydiving at some point. You might have wondered, how to get into it and how to practice skydiving properly…? Throughout this post we will try to answer all your questions about this fun extrem sport. A little tip upfront, tandem skydiving is the best way to get a feel for the sport as you don’t need any previous knowledge. So if you decide to just give it a try don’t hesitate to contact us to live this unique experience of Tandem Skydiving in Gran Canaria.

At iJump we want you to feel safe at all times so that your only concern is to enjoy your tandem skydive to the fullest. That’s why, throughout this post, we will also give you some tips and step-by-step instructions so that you can tackle your first skydive in complete confidence. 

If you want to learn more about the world of skydiving, we encourage you to visit our blog, where you can find interesting articles with tips and know-hows about this incredible sport, for example learn about the different types of skydiving that exist or how a parachute really works. 

Do you want to know all the tips and recommendations about how skydivers prepare and what it means to go skydiving? Read on to discover all the key facts about it!

The key to skydiving: safety. 

Skydiving is a controlled risk activity. As we all know, it is an extreme sport that consists of jumping from an aircraft at a certain height, accompanied by a parachute that has to be opened to slow the fall and to be able to land gently.

With the steering lines we can manage the direction and speed of the parachute flight so that we are in control of the parchute descent at all times. In order to practice skydiving safely, it is important to take into account certain safety measures and conditions:

• The weather conditions must be favorable. Bear in mind that it is a sport that depends on the weather conditions, if the weather is not suitable, it is possible that the jump may have to be postponed to another date. 
• Make sure you don’t have any health conditions that would contraindicate skydiving. Some health issues can increase the chances of an accident or injury or there is a risk that the condition deteriorates. Therfore it is essential that you advise of your health condition when booking your skydive so that the skydive professionals can check if you are fit for the activity. 
• Instructors do a thorough check of all material and equipment before the jump. In addition, all skydiving equipment include a second parachute as a reserve that can be used in the event that the main parachute does not open normally. In addition to the extra parachute, the equipment also has an automatic opening system so that if the instructor does not activate the opening of the parachute, the automatic opening system will activate the opening of the reserve parachute.
• You may not skydive under the influence of alcohol or any other substance. Moreover, their harmful effects may be increased due to the altitude.
• It is important to follow the instructions of the instructor at all times, as he/she will be the experienced person who will act as a guide for the activity.

How to learn and practice skydiving

Regarding the training of solo skydiving, the main thing is to confirm that you don’t suffer from any health issues that would contraindicate the activity, and that the person who wants to start skydiving alone is not younger than 16 years old. 

The AFF (Accelerated Freefall) course is a popular method of instruction to learn the basic skills of skydiving in a fast, safe and effective way. It is the most popular learning programme in Spain and the rest of the world. 

The training begins with ground training and theory lessons about everything related to free falling and parachute flying, covering things like manipulating the relative wind to be able to achieve a stable free fall, safety measures and emergency procedures, parachute landing patterns, how meteorology affects skydiving and much more… 

The practice part of the AFF course allows the student a personalised teaching during the freefall. The first jumps are accompanied by two instructors who hold both your body and the harness of the equipment so that you maintain a stable position. After completing several levels in which you need to perform certain skills to progress and making a certain amount of solo jumps under supervision you complete your course with a theory and practical exam, After you obtain your licence and as your training progresses you aquire more and more skills allowing you to learn different disciplines and even participate in championships. 

Recommendations for your first time skydive

Now that we have covered the main safety precautions to take into account when skydiving, here is a step-by-step guide to follow when you are skydiving for the first time.

Take note of these tips so that you can enjoy the experience to the fullest:

• Contact us and book the date you would like to make your jump.
• Don’t be afraid to ask any questions you may have before you jump, we will be happy to answer them all.
• We recommend you to dress according to the weather and wear comfortable clothes that allow you to move around freely.
• Be punctual and be on time for your appointment.
• Pay attention to all the instructions given by the instructor and follow everything he/she tells you to the letter.
• On the ground, you will be fitted with a safety harness. Once you are in the plane, when you get close to the exit height, the instructor will adjust the harness again so it will feel nice and tight for the free fall.
• Once in free fall, enjoy the feeling of freedom and the spectacular views.
• Once you have landed, share with your friends and family the great experience you have just had. To do this, we recommend you to get the video and photo service so that you have a lasting memory.

Live a once in a lifetime experience with iJump

We hope this post about skydiving, especially if you are planning your first skydive, has been useful for you. If you are thinking of living an unforgettable experience, contact us. We also have special jumps for birthdays, stag and hen parties and marriage proposals. 

Do you dare to take the plunge? If every person who does it says that it is an unforgettable experience, it is for a reason. We will be waiting for you with open parachutes