CASE SPRING / KNOWLEDGE FOR YOUR ENTRY
Your first freefall experience.
Thus, a tandem jump differs from the design for an independent parachutist.
Jumping with a tandem pilot
During the tandem jump, you are connected to a qualified tandem pilot. Before you get the instruction for the concrete system and the process. The practical responsibility for the tandem system lies with the tandem pilot. You will experience the freefall and the subsequent journey on the open umbrella.
Compare experience and training
A tandem jump is a possible first contact with the sport. For self-employed jumping, you need further training. Some programs use training levels, others do not require tandem before AFF. Whether a previous jump is credited depends on the program and the applicable rules.
Clarify before booking
- age, height, weight and health conditions of the provider.
- Meeting point, required documents and entire time on site.
- Which photo or video package is included in the price.
- Rules on weather, rebooking, voucher and refund.
- Whether the operator also offers an education, if you want to continue afterwards.
When the experience becomes a hobby
After the jump, talk to the school about training paths and a full budget. It is crucial that you find a course with reliable support and achievable follow-up appointments.
Compare training pathways · Classify tandem and training costs
Sources and additional information
Research: 14.10.2026. Offers and rules may change. Binding information about your course is provided by the respective jump school.