The history of freefalling in America

Skydiving in America has a rich cultural history of which many are unaware. For instance, did you know Leonardo DaVinci created the first parachute? Or that World War I brought the first mainstream use of parachutes into American culture? The history of this illustrious sport will bring new meaning to the concept of freefall and make even more eager for your first dive.

Training to skydive is fast and easy

Before you can experience the euphoria associated with floating in the air 12,000 feet above Earth, you must go through training to learn the techniques and safety requirements necessary for a safe jump. The three main training methods are: tandem, accelerated freefall and static line. Each offer their own advantages, read about which one is best for your first dive.