Learn to fly!
“If you only had one dream, would it be to fly with the birds?”
Fly intro
Dip your toes in, lets try this out shall we! Half day adventure.
If you want to experience how fun and easy it is to pull a wing over your head and control it, this is for you.
You get to wear a harness that connects to the wing and practice take off skills in a field. HANDS ON. A steep learning curve in this intro session as you will learn about tips and tricks on take off procedures.
After two hours of ‘kiting the wing’ we shuttle you up the mountain where a certified pilot takes you up for a real tandem flight experience where you get a chance to steer the wing, learn how the paraglider flies and is controlled. Experience turns and pitch control. Be guided through approach and landing technique.
We debrief the 4 hour personalized session and answer any questions you have with a refreshing drink.
- Kiting the wing & Tandem flight
Cost: $350/p incl
Introductory courses start at 2:00 PM daily and finish around 6:00 PM.
Dates: April till October
P1 - Fly solo
We will get you trained to fly solo under supervision! 4 days.
This course is for those who are serious about learning to become a solo pilot without fully committing yet. You are under constant instructor supervision in every step.
After successfully finishing your P1 course you get your beginner certification which means you can proceed to the P2 course.
Every course is instructed in accordance to the Hang and Paragliding Association of Canada’s syllabus.
The following is a short overview on what you can expect from a P1 paragliding course with Xsky Paragliding.
We start off with a P1 course:
- 4 days total (in Clearwater and some camping days on a flying site in the Kamloops area)
- Ground handling training
- Training hill + 5 mini flights
- Ground theory & P1 written test
- Training logbook and manual included
Courses need a minimum of 2 and maximum 4 students in order to run!
Cost: $1300/p incl. - 10% discount if you buy and use your own NEW gear with Xsky Paragliding on this course!
Dates: April, May and June only.
P2 - Fly Free
Become a Free-Flyer! 10 to 15 days
This course is for those beginner pilots who ‘are hooked’ after their P1 course. Now you are committed to welcome paragliding as a serious sport in your life. You are under instructor supervision on every flight by radio communication.
After successfully finishing your P2 course you get the Novice certification which means you became a free flight pilot who now can fly without supervision of an instructor.
Every course is instructed in accordance to the Hang and Paragliding Association of Canada’s syllabus.
After successfully finishing your P1 course, you can decide to continue with the P2 course:
- 10 to 15 days
- 25 Instructional morning high flights from El Nido Launch, 2000ft above Birch Island landing zone. 8 - 15 minutes of pure joy.
- Transportation up and down the mountains is provided.
- Additional in and outdoor ground school & P2 written test
- To obtain your P2 rating, you require 25 flights and complete various skills to the satisfaction of your instructor in addition to passing the written test.
- After flight 10 you have to buy your own flying gear which will enhance the learning as you get used to your own gear and practicing ground handling skills on a daily basis all Summer long.
Courses need a minimum of 2 and maximum 4 students in order to run!
Cost $2000/ incl.- 10% discount if you buy and use your own NEW gear with Xsky Paragliding on this course!
Dates: April, May and June only.
Paraglider dealer
Looking for gear? We have you covered! Let us know what you are looking for and we make sure you have the right gear for your paragliding adventures.
Official BC Paraglider dealer for: Sup-Air, Sky Paragliders, MAC PARA, Skyman, Independence Paragliding, and Nova Performance Gliders.
10% discount on the P1 and P2 paragliding courses when you purchase your gear through XSKY Paragliding and use it on the courses!
If you have something particular you are looking for, or are just getting into it and need some assistance, please do not hesitate to send us an email or give us a call and we will get you set to go gliding!
Questions
How long does it take to become a certified solo paraglider pilot?
It takes 3-5 days for a P1 course plus a 10-15 days for the P2 course.
For a total average of 13 to 20 training days.
Weather and student skill are the big factors in the amount of training days.
How much does it cost to become a certified solo paraglider pilot?
The P1 + P2 training courses cost you $1300 + $2000 = $3300 total.
10% discount if you buy and use your own gear!
Can we buy gear from you?
Yes, we are a dealership for everything you need for paragliding.
Xsky Paragliding can help you choose the right paraglider, harness, reserve and flying instruments.
We highly recommend to buy your own gear after you finished your P1 course so you get used to your own wing and harness that is tailored to your build and skill. That way you can practice ground-handling on a daily basis all summer long and become confident and skilled in a accelerated way.
How much does a full flying kit cost me?
If this all seems like fun to you, start saving up your pennies. A full kit, with a new paraglider, harness, reserve parachute and helmet will cost you $4,000 to $6,500. Used equipment is less costly, but you should first ensure the equipment is safe and not worn-out before making a purchase. Xsky is a dealership and can help you in finding the right gear for you.
