Now is the time - jump into learning a new activity!

With our Learn to fly courses you will get to dive into all you need to know to learn to competently fly solo! Our paragliding training course will guide you through all you need to know from start to finish. It is fun to learn! And you’ll have something that you’ve finally ticked off your bucket list.

In the process you might just have discover a new lifestyle and a true love of flying.

Learn to Paraglide with Paraglide Africa

R 16,900.00

shipping policy

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Our recommended course

Gear rental included

Spesial rates for gear purchase option- *pre booking essential

Makes a great gift

Accommodation options available on request

Learn to Paraglide! It has never been this easy to become a pilot!

Paragliding technology has advanced significantly in the 20th century and has become very affordable as well as improved accessibility, aerodynamic performance, and ultimately safety turning it into the easiest aeronautical sport in the world.

With our learn-to-fly courses, you’ll get to dive into all you need to know to learn to fly solo and ultimately become a competent pilot after completing the course.
You will learn basic flying techniques and maneuvers, with in-depth theory classes and assessments.

Upon completing this course, you can apply for your paragliding license(from SACAA/SAHPA) and fly unsupervised after receiving your license. Alternatively, keep your progression flowing with our flyaway events to safely progress under supervision.

Duration: 10 Flying days (14 days period reserved)
Included

Equipment Rental
Ground school session
35 Instructional solo flights
up to 5 Instructional tandem flights
Minimum 4 hours of airtime
Theory briefings during practical training
1 Dinner on us
Assitance with the license application process with SACAA/SAHPA
Inflight footage from your instructors
IPPI 4 card for international applicants possible(additional R200)

Practical

Minimum 4hours accumulated airtime
1 x 20min total flight duration
2 x 10min thermic flights
Thermalling with consecutive 360 degree turns
Flying with other pilots
Demonstrate unassisted reverse launching
Rear riser steering and landing
Using the speed system in flight
Using big ears and the speed system
3 Landings in a 50m diameter circle
Demonstrate good ground control
Demonstrate good landing approach and landing technique
Demonstrate assessing weather conditions for safe takeoff

Theory

Aerodynamics
Weather - Meteorology
Flight Management
Risk management
Aero Medical
Legal
Pass open book SAHPA exam -85% pass rate required

Theory modules and quiz:

Weather - Meteorology
Principles of Flight - Aerodynamics
Rules of the air and
Flight Management
Risk management
Aero Medical
Legal - Air law

Introduction course

Not sure if Paragliding is for you - Simply try our Introducton course where you can discover the world of Paragliding.

When you realize how much fun it is you could always just extend to the full course

R 6,900.00

shipping policy

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Phase 1 of the Basic course

Best way to try Paragliding first

Makes a great gift

The discover paragliding course is designed to show you what paragliding is all about, without having to commit to a full paragliding license. You will learn the basics of paragliding in ground school and then progress to doing your first solo flights.

By enrolling in this course you will be registered as a student with SAHPA, which will be valid for 6 months to complete the requirements in order to get a paragliding license if the student extends his learning towards the Basic license course.

Duration

2-3 flying days

Included:

Equipment Rental
Ground School session
up to 10 Solo flights under instruction
up to 2 Instructional tandem flights
6-month SAHPA Student membership
SAHPA training manual and information pack
Paragliding-The beginners guide book
Footage of flight if available
Theory briefings during practical training
Paraglide Africa drawstring bag and stickers

Practical Requirments

Perform up to 10 x solo flights using the forward launch method
Demonstrate good layout, 5-point pre-flight checks
Demonstrate 90 and 180-degree turn under instruction
Demonstrate one unassisted landing

Theory

Paragliding Safety
Paragliding Equipment
Takeoff and flying techniques
Logging your flights

R 35,000.00

shipping policy

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4 Participants required to secure course

Excludes airfare

Group rates for more than 6

Special pricing for non-flying participants

Includes 11 day Basic training course

Need to break free after the lockdown? Enjoy unspoiled beaches, untouched nature, excellent cuisine, and good times with friends all while learning or acquiring new skills! Paraglide Africa offers a 14-day training holiday in the beautiful Wilderness area in the Garden Route, South Africa. Whether you want to learn to paraglide or if you are already a pilot wanting to improve your flying skills.

Included

14 nights B&B Accommodation
3 Dinners
Shuttle service
11 days of Basic Pilot Course or any further paragliding training required from the pilot's current level.
1x Tandem flight experience voucher for a partner
Paraglide Africa upcyled goodie bag
Guided hiking and adventure activities (when not flying)
Paraglide Africa branded T-shirt, Cap

R 5,500.00

shipping policy

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Aimed at basic licensed or low airtime pilots that:

do not yet feel competent or comfortable flying on their own
flying their own equipment for the first time
want to improve on their flying skills
speed up their progression curve.
Want to progress to basic thermal flights

These events primarily focus on thermal techniques and theory, active flying, flying with instruments, and stronger wind takeoff techniques.

Duration: 2-3 Flying days

Included

Theory briefings during practical training
Maximum 3 hours of airtime over 8-10 flights
up to 1 Instructional tandem flight
Multimedia Footage if available
Paraglide Africa drawstring bag and stickers
Ground school session for improvement

Possible Practical Objectives

Demonstrate unassisted thermalling using an instrument
Topping out in a thermal
Demonstrating good glider control in 20km + wind speed
Demonstrate mushroom/cobra launch
Demonstrate top landing
Demonstrate active flying techniques

Possible Theory discussions

Thermal theory and techniques
Active flying techniques
Flying with Instruments
Weather prediction

R 4,500.00

shipping policy

Aimed at the competent pilot looking to cut the umbilical cord from the usual landing area and join the world of cross-country flying. This course covers thermal techniques, SA weather prediction, micrometeorology, planning for cross-country flying, and competition flying.

Duration: 2 Flying days (*Needs to be pre-booked and arranged in advance)

Included

Theory briefings during practical training
In-flight guiding
Recovery Driving
Multimedia footage if available
Paraglide Africa drawstring bag and stickers
1 Dinner on us

Possible Practical outcomes:

Demonstrate thermal techniques
Fly cross country away from takeoff
Demonstrate active flying techniques
Flying with instruments
Weather assessment and prediction
Planning an xc route and flying a task
Having fun :)

Possible Theory discussions:

Thermals and thermal techniques
Weather prediction
Cross-country planning experience
Meteorology
Advance cross country flying
Competition flying

Equipment options

Having your own equipment provides a faster learning process and ensures you are comfortable on your equipment after school to continue your flying progression safely.

Get in touch to discuss your equipment needs and budget with one of our expert instructors.

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R 67,900.00

shipping policy

Equipment

Beginner Gear Package- no variometer

Beginner Gear Package- including Skybean variometer

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This Package includes all the top-of-the-range necessary equipment from Flow Paragliders to fly fully independent, during, or after your course.

Gear included in Package:

-Flow future EN A Paraglider
-Aura Reserve
-Flow Vissta/Kortel Cool harness
-Helmet- Charly Loop helmet
-Flow Paragliders Concertina bag

Having your own equipment provides a faster learning process and ensures you are comfortable with your equipment after school to continue your flying progression safely.

The Flow Future ENA Paraglider is an easy, safe glider with excellent performance for its class, allowing you to successfully complete your training and progress in your flying career for years to come.

Having all the needed equipment for your training also gives you the advantage of continuous flying straight out of school!

*Please order the gear package in advance as delays in production and shipping often occur

*Get in touch to discuss your equipment needs, sizing and budget with one of our expert instructors

R 1,000.00

shipping policy

Duration

1 day hire

7 day hire

Simply rent one of our Flow Paraglider kits which will include everything you need to fly safely

Renting gear after completing your course is very easy and will get you flying safely with some of the best equipment on the market.
Lost luggage or simply don't feel like the hassle of traveling with your equipment through airport security.

Included:

EN-A glider in your size - Flow Paragliders Future
Flow Vissta Harness with rescue /Kortel Kool
Certified helmet
Paraglide Africa quick pack bag.
Baofeng radio on SAHPA Frequencies.

*Please check the availability of size.

**Terms and conditions for damage, wear and tear.

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