What training do we offer?

We offer courses for Young people - Scouts, Explorers and Network

This can include:
Round canopy training to BHPA Club Pilot level.
Scout badge weekends.
Wing (square) canopy training in the club environment.

Young people need to be 14 and over to fly on their own, whilst under-14’s can fly dual at one of our 'TRY It' sessions.

We also host an annual event - Sky High ( Click here for Sky High details ) on the 11th, 12th and 13th of July 2008.

All courses are run at our Rutland Site – North Luffenham airfield over weekends. 2008 Course Information.pdf

As Sky Lincs are part of the Scout Association, and all training is done by qualified trainers on a voluntary basis, the costs are kept as low as possible.

Booking

To book, please download the group booking form: Group Booking Form.pdf or the individual one Individual Booking Form.pdf

What will the day be like?

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In the sport of Land Tow Paragliding (Parascending) the parascender wearing suitable all-over clothing, helmet and ankle boots is harnessed into a canopy. This is connected to a towline and launched in a way similar to a glider, using a Landrover or winch.

The training programme consists of a series of easy steps, which enables students to progress at their own pace.

All participants first receive ground training that includes Parachute Landing Falls, and an introduction to the equipment. Launch, collapse and field packing the canopy are also covered.

The student is then initiated into the sport, usually on a ‘round' canopy with a series of low-level flights up to 60 metres (200 feet) which are controlled by the Tow Unit Driver. The driver ensures that the student is given a gentle introduction to the sensation of towed canopy flight and is then brought lightly to ground, still attached to the towline.

Further launches, eventually leading to the student's first 'Self-Release', are then possible. Even higher ascents will enable an experienced Parascender to execute turns, manoeuvres and target approaches after release.

Later training can continue with conversion to the ‘Ram-Air’ (square) canopy type. Training is also available on higher performance Paragliders which are launched by winch.

What to bring with you

  • Packed Food & Drink
  • Boots
  • Warm (old) Clothing
  • Waterproofs (with over-trousers)
  • Sun Blocking Cream
  • Sun Glasses (optional)
  • Your Paragliding log card/book (if you have one)
  • Some means of identification for St George's Barracks at North Luffenham if you are going to the Clubhouse.

All participants must complete the Individual Booking/Registration Form.
For those who are under 18 years of age, Parental / Guardian Consent must be obtained, (see Booking/Registration Form).
If the Parascending Club does not receive your signed Booking/Registration Form then you will not be allowed to fly. Scouts must obtain their Leader’s approval and signature.

If you have any questions please contact us before the day.


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