Paragliding course

What does the paragliding course offer?

You will become familiar with everything you need to obtain a PL-A pilot license, which authorizes you to fly in Slovakia and abroad. During the course, you will gradually go through all the necessary theoretical and practical preparation. You will start with takeoff practice, short flights, learn how and where to land safely, and finish the course with high-altitude flights. All under the supervision of an experienced, certified instructor.

What does the paragliding course in Liptov include?

The journey to a fulfilled dream is divided into two parts. The 1st part can be completed by anyone.

Part 1:

...for those who really want to fly, but are not yet sure if they will pursue it. Besides the necessary theory learned, you will mainly practice nice safe starts and safe and precise landings. Starts and landings are our priority. This is where most accidents happen...

2nd part - not part of the experience:

... for those who have mastered the 1st part of the course and are interested in continuing and becoming an official paragliding pilot. You can expect high-altitude flights and practice of mandatory tasks. After the theoretical and practical exam, you will become a PK-A qualified pilot according to the LAA SR curriculum...

To obtain a pilot's license, you must complete the entire paragliding course (1st and 2nd part).

The voucher for the shooting course includes:

• Rental of a paraglider, harness with protector, helmet, radio
• Fee for the starting area
• Rental of specialized literature
• Work of a free paragliding instructor.

The voucher does not include:

• Transport to the course location
• Lifts and cable cars to the hill.

What does the paragliding course in Nové Mesto nad Váhom include?

The goal of the paragliding course is to obtain a PL - A pilot's license.

We fly on hills around Nové Mesto nad Váhom, where you will experience the first altitude gain of 100 meters. We fly Ostrý vrch above the village of Vrbovce, Horná Súča, Slepý vrch above Dolné Orešany. On the day of arrival, we start early in the morning, finishing after lunch (approx. 13:00 - 15:00), in summer months we may start later. If everything cannot be flown due to weather, a replacement date will be arranged. You will have a record of what you have already completed, and the course ends only after completing all prescribed exercises.

At the end of the 6-day course, you will receive a pilot's license.

The course includes:

• information on aerodynamics, meteorology, airspace division, flying rules, construction and materials
• Learn first aid
• Together you will get about 9 hours of lectures, with professional literature and video available
• rental of necessary equipment
• instructor services
• transport to the hill

Important information about the paragliding discovery course:

	Sezóna/Počasie	The course can be completed from March to October. The course is not held in adverse weather conditions.
	Clothing	We recommend comfortable sportswear adapted for movement in higher mountain areas.
	Podmienky	Suitable for everyone. Group drumming sessions take place at regular intervals. The experience can be completed during the season. The flight can be taken at any time during the year. NOTICE: Flight is possible only in suitable weather conditions. In case of adverse weather (after assessment by the pilot), another flight date will be arranged. Passenger weight up to 100 kg – if the passenger's weight is greater than 100 kg, you need to inquire with the service provider about the possibility of flying. To maintain the guarantee of service provision, we recommend booking at least 14 days before the voucher expires. Changes to the reservation can be made at least 7 days before the reserved date.