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Activity description
Learn how to fly! Do you dream of flying – of soaring freely amongst the clouds? Make your dreams come true with this 5 day paragliding course over Lake Bourget, near Aix-les-Bains!
This course in Chindrieux, on the edge of Lake Bourget, is perfect for beginners, including those who have no idea what paragliding is! With your instructors at Parapente Hélico, you will start off in the classroom learning flight theory. From there, over the following days you will move on to ground practice, including how to take-off and land, tandem flying around Aix-les-bains with your instructor, learning basic flying techniques, and by day 5 of the course, you will be able to conduct your very own solo flight over Lake Bourget!
The course will consist of 3 hour sessions every morning for 5 days with a qualified paragliding instructor who knows the skies above Lake Bourget like the back of his hand. Each class is capped at 4 people, allowing for your instructor to give personalised feedback and attention to every student. During the flying lessons, you will be equipped with all the necessary gear and safety equipment, including a radio which will allow you to communicate with your instructor at all times.
Overlooking the verdant mountains of Haute-Savoie and the sparkling turquoise waters of Lake Bourget, the beautiful environs of Aix-les-Bains offer an ideal spot to learn how to paraglide. While there are many activities to enjoy during your lakeside sojourn, none of them are quite like this one. This course will not just give you an unforgettable experience, but the chance to learn new skills and incorporate a new hobby into your life. Whether you have always wanted to learn how to paraglide, or simply want to build your confidence by learning something new and exciting, this initiation into the world of paragliding is a great place to start.
Book your paragliding course near Aix-les-Bains now, and add flying to your list of superpowers!
5 day paragliding initiation course - 3 hours of lessons per day.
Course of events
Day 1: Introduction and theory
-Welcome and presentation of the program.
-Introduction to equipment: understanding the different components of paragliders and how they work.
-Theoretical session on the basics of paragliding: aerodynamics, weather, safety rules, etc.
-Debriefing and discussion of participants' expectations.
Day 2: First steps in the field
-Ground practice: learning take-off, landing and glider control techniques.
-Paraglider handling exercises on suitable terrain.
-First attempts at inflating and handling the glider in controlled conditions.
-Debriefing session to identify areas for improvement.
Day 3: Tandem flight and ground practice
-Tandem flight with an experienced instructor to get the feel of flying in safety.
-Return to the ground to continue ground practice: inflation, control and glider handling exercises.
-Analysis of tandem flights and observations.
Day 4: Practice in real conditions
-Practice in the field, adapted to the day's weather conditions.
-Inflating and take-off exercises in real conditions.
-Learn basic flying techniques.
-Debriefing of practice sessions and individual advice.
Day 5: Solo flight and final assessment
-Solo flight supervised by instructors.
-Practical application of skills acquired in previous sessions.
-Individual assessment of each participant's progress.
-Closing session, presentation of certificates of participation and recommendations for further training.
This schedule is given as an indication and may vary according to weather conditions, the level of the participants and the paragliding school's pedagogical choices.
Written parental authorisation is required for minors to participate in this activity without an accompanying adult.
Being in good physical condition is required to take part in this activity. You must not have any medical contraindications to take part in this activity.
Minimum/Maximum weight for this activity: 40kg/130kg (88lb/286lb)
Special terms
This activity is not accessible to pregnant or disabled people.
It is imperative to aquire an RCA liscence for this activity. Further information about this will be sent from the provider after booking. A medical certificate is also required.
If you are new to paragliding and planning just one supervised internship this year, you can opt for the "9-day internship" license at 33.50€.
- Shuttles
- Instructor
- All training material
- All paragliding material (parachute, harness, emergency parachute)
- Lodgings
- Meals
- RCA FFVL license/insurance
- Medical certificate confirming ability to paraglide
- Personal accident insurance
- Close-toed shoes
- Gloves
- Warm clothing
- Manuals
