Indoor Skydiving
Indoor skydiving can be thought of as a
safer, less scary alternative to jumping out of an airplane.
This form of skydiving is every bit as adventurous and still
fulfills the thrill of free-falling. It requires a lesser
amount of time of training and is often used as a preparation
course for those wanting to jump out of an airplane in the
future. And just like actual skydiving, indoor skydiving
provides you with instruction from a certified coach who
ensures your safety every step of the way. There is a wonderful
facility called Flyaway Indoor Skydiving that provides
everything you need to get your free-fall rush.
There is no experience necessary to experience the
excitement of indoor skydiving. The concept of flying and
free-falling indoors is made possible by a vertical wind tunnel
which provides the freedom of human flight. The training for
this experience is not as lengthy as actual skydiving but isn't
any less valuable. Instructors provide students with body
technique, landing skills, and equipment management training.
Typically, training classes last about 25 minutes and then you
are given 3 minutes of flight time. The powerful wind in the
tunnel will shoot you up about 12 feet, which doesn't compare
to the thousands of feet of an actual skydive. However, you
will forget you are indoors once you start free-falling in the
tunnel, as the wind speed used (120 mph) is the same as that as
real skydiving. Safety remains a primary concern as instructors
ensure that students are fully capable of free-falling before
turning on the high-powered wind fans inside the tunnel.
Just like skydiving, indoor skydiving requires a consent
form from your doctor and is prohibited for people with certain
health conditions. Unfortunately, just because it is indoors
does not mean that anyone can participate. You will be asked to
sign a consent form and release waiver which releases
reliability for the indoor skydiving facility in the event of
an emergency during your free-fall adventure. While such an
unfortunate event is unlikely, it is important to understand
the risks and dangers associated with indoor skydiving.
IN DOOR SKYDIVING
Another downfall to indoor skydiving is the location.
Experiencing actual skydiving is more readily available, with
locations all over the United States. However, Flyaway Indoor
Skydiving is only available at two locations nationwide; Las
Vegas, Nevada and Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. While you may not
seek out a trip to these places specifically for the indoor
skydiving, it is well worth your time if you are already at
either of these two locations. It is highly recommended that
you call these locations in advance and make reservations if
you wish to participate in indoor skydiving, as spaces fill up
quickly. You can take advantage of group discounts if you plan
to experience the thrill with friends and family, or perhaps
you know someone who would love to try indoor skydiving and you
could purchase a gift package for them. Prices for a single
flight start at $27 and go up depending on your needs.
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