Paragliding Course Derbyshire - 1 Day Intro

During this full day Derbyshire Paragliding course you'll master skills such as launch, take off and ground control with expert Paragliding instructors helping you on the journey to earning your EPC!
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During this full day Derbyshire Paragliding course you'll master skills such as launch, take off and ground control with expert Paragliding instructors helping you on the journey to earning your EPC!

Paragliding Experience Days: This full day paragliding lesson in Derbyshire is not only an exhilarating experience, bit it is also a solid introduction to Paragliding and will count as the first step in the journey to earning your EPC (Elementary Pilot Certificate). Once you have completed the EPC course you are deemed capable of paragliding solo under the supervision of a paragliding instructor.

Paragliding is a wonderful and addictive pastime, where you learn to control a Paraglider - this is essentially a lightweight, foot-launched glider aircraft in which the pilot is harnessed. The pilot is suspended underneath a fabric wing with suspension lines, and can steer and guide his paraglider, flying for hours at a time. This 1 day introductory paragliding lesson is not just great fun, but it's also an important 1st step towards being certified for solo paragliding! During this paragliding experience your instructor will teach you some basic paragliding skills such as launch, take off and ground control.

On top of all of this, you are also treated to some really stunning aerial views of the surrounding Derbyshire landscape.Your paragliding lesson in Derbyshire will begin with a thorough briefing at either the Derbyshire Paragliding Centre or at a pre-assigned location.
You will have some theory to work on, combined with some hands-on practical application, learning first how to handle the glider when it is on the ground and then how to control it when it is airborne. Things really kick off when you progress to practising landing and take-off manoeuvres, and depending on weather conditions you will finish your full day paragliding lesson by trying out some low level flights! This paragliding experience day counts towards your EPC (Elementary Pilots Course) qualification.

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Availability

This course is available all year round, Wednesdays to Sundays only (subject to availability and weather conditions).
They start between 9am-9:30am and finish between 4:30pm-5pm.

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Requirements

Minimum age: 16.

Maximum Weight: 105kg (16.5st)


You should have a reasonable level of fitness. If you have a medical condition that you think may affect your ability to do this course please check with the centre when booking.

This price includes £10 BHPA Membership giving you third party insurance cover for the day.

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Duration

Experience Duration: 6:00

Time Spent at Venue: 6:00

You should allow a full day for the course.

Flight times are around 1-3 minutes depending on weather, and they take up to a maximum of 8 flights in the day. 

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Group Size & Spectators

Participants: The Paragliding Course Derbyshire - 1 Day Intro is for 1 participant.

Max Group Size: 4

Spectators Allowed on Site: Yes

This is small group introductory course. There may be up to 4participants per group.

Spectators are welcome to watch and there is a cafe onsite.

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Where is it Located

Ashbourne (Derbyshire)

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What to Wear

The centre will provide you with all the equipment you will need on the day.

You should dress warmly - layers are best so you can take some off if you get hot. You should wear solid footwear ideally with ankle support, trainers are ok.

It is a good idea to bring water and a packed lunch.

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Weather

Paragliding is a weather dependent sport; always call the centre either the day before or on the day of your course to check that the course is going ahead.

If your experience is cancelled due to adverse weather conditions, you will simply be re-scheduled for an alternative date.

Reviews
Debbie Lawrence - Darles Moor Airfield, Ashbourne
  • 19/04/2023
Such an amazing experience and a wonderful day out for the family. Judy the instructor was so welcoming accommodating and ensured the experience was memorable. Good communication in the lead up to the event too.
Alex Randall - KENILWORTH
  • 01/10/2022
Such a great experience! really friendly and reassuring staff, highly recommended.
Jill Davies - Chorley
  • 27/07/2022
This was the best birthday gift I've ever received. Judy was incredible, and even though I'm no daredevil, I felt safe and confident and I loved every moment of my flight. It took me hours to really come back down from the high I felt....
This was the best birthday gift I've ever received. Judy was incredible, and even though I'm no daredevil, I felt safe and confident and I loved every moment of my flight. It took me hours to really come back down from the high I felt. I very much appreciate my videos of the experience, proof to myself that I did it.
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Terry Arthur - Leamington spa
  • 18/11/2021
It was brilliant. The instructor was very friendly. Explained every thing clearly. When I was in the air it awesome. Saw for miles.
Suzanne - Halifax
  • 29/06/2021
I did the hang gliding for my 60th birthday. What an exhilarating experience! Absolutely brilliant. Judy was so professional, explaining each step along the way and reassuring me. I thought about little else for days afterwards. I bought th...
I did the hang gliding for my 60th birthday. What an exhilarating experience! Absolutely brilliant. Judy was so professional, explaining each step along the way and reassuring me. I thought about little else for days afterwards. I bought the video of the flight and have watched it back several times. Although it was very demanding, I would recommend it.
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Nigel Rooke - Liverpool
  • 11/06/2021
Had a great day being introduced to paragliding. The morning was spent learning about the equipment and how to safely use it. In the afternoon it was time to fly. There where 4 of us on our taster day and 2 advanced students who need to...
Had a great day being introduced to paragliding. The morning was spent learning about the equipment and how to safely use it. In the afternoon it was time to fly. There where 4 of us on our taster day and 2 advanced students who need to fly. The wind was a bit gusty so a bit of waiting around but we all managed to get 2 short flights in. The course was due to finish around 4pm but it was 6 when we actually finished. I think the instructors decided to stay so we got a couple of goes but it was a lovely sunny evening so they’d have stayed anyway and flown themselves after we left. A great day and I would recommend them.
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Joe - newark
  • 12/08/2020
Fantastic flying experience, would recommend
Mike Dennis - BIRMINGHAM
  • 02/02/2020
Best thing I have done in years, tandem buddy Judy was great at explaining what was going on. Hope to repeat later this year.
Debi Haines - Halesowen
  • 03/06/2018
My hubby really enjoyed it and wishes he could afford to take up as hobby but at £4k plus to continue with the training its a bit of a dream at moment. Really nice friendly instructors, also a cafe and some where to sit. Only niggle is it...
My hubby really enjoyed it and wishes he could afford to take up as hobby but at £4k plus to continue with the training its a bit of a dream at moment. Really nice friendly instructors, also a cafe and some where to sit. Only niggle is it stated on website no spectators so I left him to it went off to Derby, but when I got back noticed one of partners had actually been taken with the group. I was a little gutted as it was for our special anniversary. I watched from the side lines as once group was on field not allowed on as its a working airfield. I could not take very good pictures as too far away. Would have loved some good photos. Also they don't allow you to take the course booklet away no real proof of completing course unless there is some kind of register. But otherwise well worth the money.
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Elen - derbyshire
  • 04/10/2017
Excellent
Judy Roxburgh - Anonymous location
  • 05/05/2017
An unexpectedly amazing experience that was taken with Judy, my co glider. She gave me 100% confidence and allowed me to enjoy what I thought would have been a something I wouldn't have enjoyed at all.
Jane Turner - Anonymous location
  • 08/12/2016
After waiting for 20 months for my hang gliding session, I finally did it on 13th November 2016 - it kept getting postponed because of the weather - I thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it. I was reluctant to take hold of the 'controls' but...
After waiting for 20 months for my hang gliding session, I finally did it on 13th November 2016 - it kept getting postponed because of the weather - I thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it. I was reluctant to take hold of the 'controls' but had every faith in my gliding buddy. The staff were very kind and helpful and made sure I was wrapped up warm. I would definitely recommend this as a gift for someone.
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Kerry Appleyard - Anonymous location
  • 08/07/2014
Had a great morning, the flight was pretty scary but Judy Leden talked me through it all, was glad to get down again, an excellent but scary experience, very glad I did it!
Jazmin Richards - Anonymous location
  • 03/07/2014
Good experience but the parachute was damaged so i had to share with someone else so i only got one go and the other had 2-3
Derren Parsons - Anonymous location
  • 13/08/2013
Excellent, inspired me to take up the sport, if I lived closer I would undoubtably join this school, friendly professional informed instruction.
Walter spence - Anonymous location
  • 15/04/2013
the weather was to cold so you didn't get long in the air,straight up circle round then land.I wish i could have been told to wait for warmer weather, so i could have had longer in the air i dont think this was value for money.
Karen Brain - Anonymous location
  • 14/07/2011
Kornel Lambert - Anonymous location
  • 27/06/2011
Natalie Harding - Anonymous location
  • 09/08/2010
Ellie Winstanley - Anonymous location
  • 20/10/2009
My instructor was very informative and friendly and made me feel at ease. This experience was definitely one of the best things I have ever done. Thank you for this opportunity. Ellie
FAQ
Would you recomend the 1 day course to someone wanting to take this up as a hobby?

This would be ideal for someone looking to take up paragliding as an interest/hobby.

When does the Paragliding Course Derbyshire - 1 Day Intro run and at what times?

The Paragliding Course Derbyshire - 1 Day Intro runs on Wednesdays and Saturdays throughout the year (weather depending). They start between 9am - 9:30am and finish between 4:30pm - 5pm.

Yes, a winch is used to pull you up so that the centre can set the height you will take off which is done for your own safety.
You will get to fly 2-4 times depending on how well your training has gone and you are picking it up.
Is the 'Paragliding Course Derbyshire - 1 Day Intro' suitable for those with no prior experience?

Yes, this introductory course is suitable for complete beginners. It covers the basics on the ground, and includes an opportunity to take some low-level tandem flights - accompanied by an instructor, and weather permitting.

My partner has tried gliding once and absolutely loved it. I'd like to get him this Derbyshire paragliding session to build his skills so he can do more than tandem flights in future. Is there a tandem flight included in the day as well?

This Derbyshire paragliding experience does not include a tandem flight, and is just a one-day intro course to paragliding with an instructor. 

How high are the 'low-level' flights mentioned in the description? 

The low-level flights for this 1 day paragliding course are around 20 ft. 

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