Proximity flying, barrel rolls, high-speed flares — what it actually takes to train these safely, and why there's no room for shortcuts.
We fly and train every day, year-round, so it's completely up to your schedule. No need to wait for a course on specific dates. Since every student progresses at a different rate, we work on a day-by-day training structure instead of a fixed course price.
The early morning of the first day is dedicated to a short introduction to the speedfly world: some basic information about the sport, the rules, wind, wings, and gear. Last but not least — safety, of course. Speedfly is awesome, and you'll have so much fun, but it's also genuinely dangerous, so your safety is our first priority.
The late morning is dedicated to learning how to not get injured — or worse, killed — while attempting:
All performed on very small, fast wings.
No room for errors. That's the key.
That afternoon, you'll apply what you've learned from the theoretical course. As you progress, we slowly introduce more advanced maneuvers, with the emphasis on approaching them in small steps. The real learning happens the day you venture out on your own, and our job is making sure you have the right tools and attitude to improve your skills into old age.
There's no speedflying "rating" so to speak, but rather "special skills" that can be added to a P-2 or higher paragliding rating. The basic requirements for the M-1 (mini wing) special skill are 25 flights, demonstration of basic maneuvers, and passing a written test. The basic requirements for the M-2 are 250 flights, 80 flying days, logged flights on various different wings at multiple sites and conditions, demonstration of advanced maneuvers, and passing a written test.
Take a look at our FAQ page for answers to many more common questions regarding training and other topics.