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Skydiving Experience with Irish Parachute Club: Soar in the Skies - Dublin

Skydiving Experience with Irish Parachute Club: Soar in the Skies

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Difficulty

challenging

Duration

4–6 hours

Fitness Level

Participants should have a reasonable level of fitness, with no serious health issues. No prior skydiving experience needed.

Overview

Take your adrenaline to new heights with a first-time jump from 13,000 feet at Irish Parachute Club. Experience the thrill of free fall under expert guidance in a scenic outdoor setting.

Clonbullogue, County Offaly

Assisted Free Fall (AFF) Level 1 and Ground School

Ages 18+ • Day-long course • Beginners for Assisted Free Fall (AFF)

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About This Adventure

Embark on an exhilarating journey into skydiving with your first Assisted Free Fall (AFF) experience! Guided by two instructors, you'll learn essential hand-signals and body positioning before leaping from 13,000 feet. This unique adventure combines education and adrenaline, setting the stage for unforgettable jumps ahead.

Take your first steps into the world of Assisted Free Falls (AFF)!

This includes your first AFF Ground School class, as well as the Level 1 Course.

About

During your first Assisted Free Fall (AFF), two instructors will take you on your journey towards a full jump at 13,000 feet. During an AFF, you will exit the aircraft with the trainers who will hold onto you during your Free Fall. They will give you instructions based on hand-signals you will learn prior with an assessment of your body position. If satisfactory you may be released by the instructor who will continue to stay by your side.

Practical Information:

During this course you will be given the following:

  • A voucher in your inbox to be used for booking your further jumps once you are at the club airfield. Simply give to reception on the day to book your jumps (we do multiple trips depending on the weather!)

  • For level 1, your voucher code will get you 1 free jumps

  • A log book of all of your jumps, which you need to keep and bring with you so we can assess your AFF jumping level

Duration

The time you have selected is your arrival time and NOT your jump time (weather conditions may impact timings) Please allow for a full day at the club.

Please note: That you when booking this activity you are booking the date for your AFF Ground School only! You will receive a Code via email to arrange your jumps with the club on arrival. We will try to get you to do your jump on the same day, but it is completely dependent on the weather. Please retain this code and bring to the club.

Personal Information:

  • Max weight for this experience is 230lb, which is proportional to height, age & sex.

65 Years and Over:

  • If you are 65 Years of age and Over, a doctor’s certificate is required stating that you are fit to skydive.

Adventure Tips

Prepare for adrenaline

Ensure you arrive well-rested and follow all safety instructions for a smooth jump.

Dress appropriately

Wear comfortable clothing and avoid loose items that could interfere with gear.

Arrive early

Give yourself plenty of time for ground training and to get suited up.

Stay hydrated

Drink plenty of water beforehand to stay alert and comfortable during the jump.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Hawks
  • White-tailed deer

History

Skydiving in Ireland has grown significantly since the 1980s, with the Irish Parachute Club established in 1982 as a hub for adrenaline sports in the region.

Conservation

The club emphasizes environmentally responsible practices, including minimal disturbance to the local landscape and wildlife during operations.

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Recommended Gear

Comfortable, Weather-Appropriate Clothing

Essential

Wear layered clothing suitable for outdoor conditions plus secure footwear.

Sunglasses or Goggles

Essential

Protect your eyes from wind during free fall.

Secure, Close-Fitting Clothing

Essential

Prevent loose items from interfering with gear or during the jump.

Identification and Travel Documents

Essential

Bring necessary IDs and paperwork for safety and registration.