A LICENSE COACHING
QUALITY COACHING FROM TOP ATHLETES
Since its inception, Skydive University’s number one specialty has been coaching. SDU first came out with the Basic Body Flight program–and immediately followed it up with the Basic Body Flight Coaches Program–in 1991 through 92.
SDU also produced a Basic Canopy Flight book/video combination and a 4-part Learning to Freefly series. Our coaching ranges from basic “A” license coaching to coaching at the National and World Championships and World Record events.
Skydive University’s coaches all participate in additional coach training beyond the “basic” USPA coach rating. Our coaches coach from a “top down” approach; in other words, we coach from the latest, high performance models and techniques passing this information to progressing skydivers––rather than the basic model, which is training to be a specialist of “A” license skills only. The alternative to our program, the USPA’s basic coach level, only trains coaches at the basic “A” license level, and a high performance link should not be assumed.
Coaches with competition experience will not only help you build your high performance skills quickly––they are inspiring, effective leaders for teams looking to sharpen their approach. Coaches with competitive experience can assist in long term planning, team building, problem solving, psychological training, physiological training, and you can count on them helping you “peak at the meet.”
BASIC FS
Basic FS training at Skydive University is one-on-one. Private coaching is the most effective way to learn your personal flying skills quickly. The more people you jump with while you are still learning to fly, the slower your progression will be.
For example, a four way drill dive with pairs completing 360° turns and back to grips may allow you just two or three turns for yourself. When you are doing individual training with a coach who is not going to move, you can increase the amount of turns to as many as 8-15 on one jump. In skydiving, repetition is what locks the skill. Therefore, the result of doing an entirely privately-coached BBF program (and what you will be able to accomplish in the end as a skydiver) is unparalleled.
The program consists of 15 jumps that can be completed in three to five days. At all times, safety is the main consideration. The course begins with the fundamentals of a relaxed neutral flying position and continues with a logical progression to more advanced skills.
The skills taught include: forward and backwards movement, level control, center turns, sideward, and super-positional moves- all of which combine two or more of the fundamental movements.
Students will have the opportunity to learn a wide variety of exits, gaining an understanding of the relative wind upon leaving the aircraft. A good track is essential for safe break-off after relative work, and we place great emphasis on flat tracking skills.
You will receive canopy control instruction to learn more about how your parachute flies and how to handle different wind conditions, turbulence and less-than-perfect spotting.
The best part is: At the end of the course you will have all of the skills necessary for successful formation skydiving!
ARE YOU READY FOR ADVANCED FS?
Do you feel prepared for advanced coaching?
Are you confident to be outfacing?
Do you want to improve faster?
How's your fall rate control?
Are you satisfied with your body positioning?
Can you whip a 540 in place?
Do you have a grasp of the basics, but wonder what's next?
Can you swoop into formation?
ADVANCED FS
During advanced one-on-ones, we can help you turn faster, recover quicker, be more confident in any slot and track while having a blast at the same time. Our business is coaching: it's always been our primary focus. If you want to be good or–better yet–great at this sport, be coached by the best.
Our advanced course is an intensive course designed to radically challenge your skydiving abilities. Utilize a personal coach to provide thorough and progressive feedback. Use wind tunnel time to maximize your learning potential. If you want to be a great skydiver, and you have the commitment and dedication to achieve your personal goals, call us today to make a reservation! 1-386 801 8510
The three on one program teaches SDU's Basic Body Flight skills in a 4-way format.