Have you ever imagined flying high in the sky like a bird? You might have seen skydiving in movies or television and might have heard of it. This exciting activity gives you a mix of adrenaline and amazing sights. If you’re thinking about trying skydiving, it’s important to understand that there are various kinds of skydiving experiences to choose from. Whether you’re a beginner or a skilled adventurer, there’s a type of skydiving that’s just right for you to feel the excitement.
Let’s explore some of the most common types of skydiving:
Tandem Skydiving
For those who are new to skydiving and want to experience the thrill, tandem skydive will be the perfect option. It requires no prior experience and training. In this type of skydiving, you’ll be securely attached to an experienced tandem instructor. The instructor’s job is to operate everything and to guide you through the process from takeoff to jump. This is his duty to land you on the ground safely. This is a fantastic way to conquer your fear of heights or experience the thrill of skydiving before committing to a full training program.
AFF Skydiving
The accelerated freefall (AFF) program is the path to skydiving independency. It is the next step for those who have completed a tandem skydive and wish to pursue further training. This is a structured training that enables you to have the necessary skills and knowledge to safely jump on your own. Your instructor guides you through a series of stages, gradually giving you more responsibility during your jumps. The AFF skydiving helps you build confidence and master the art of freefall.
Formation Skydiving
Formation skydiving involves a group of skydivers exiting the aircraft together and maneuvering into predetermined formations during freefall. This type of skydiving requires excellent communication, coordination, and precise aerial skills. Teams for formation skydiving can range from small groups of two or three to large formations involving dozens of skydivers. Whether you’re a seasoned skydiver or a recent AFF graduate, formation skydiving offers a unique challenge that strengthens teamwork and makes you a better skydiver.
Wingsuit Flying
Wingsuit flying is like skydiving but with a special suit that lets you glide through the air, feeling like a bird. The skydiver moves the suit to slow down or speed up and change their direction. This helps them stay in the air for a longer time by letting them fly in a horizontal direction. But flying with wingsuits demands advanced skills and experience due to its technical nature and higher risk factors., so it’s not suitable for beginners.
BASE Jumping
While BASE jumping isn’t technically skydiving as it involves jumping from fixed objects such as buildings, antennas, spans (bridges), and earth (cliffs). It feels a lot like skydiving, giving you that exciting rush of adrenaline but with the added challenge of jumping from stationary objects closer to the ground. Because it’s very risky and extreme, BASE jumping is considered one of the most dangerous adventure sports and requires a high level of skill and experience.
