Learn to Skydive

Learn to Skydive solo and get certified through our Accelerated Freefall program.

Learn to Skydive with our Accelerated Freefall Progression Program

Time to kick off your tandem training wheels? Our Accelerated Freefall Progression Program is designed to put you on the fast-track to being able to skydive solo. The program consists of ground training, tandem jumps, training jumps with our experienced professionals, and supervised solo jumps.

The 16-jump program starts with two tandem skydives to help you get your bearings in the new environment. From there, it emphasizes strong freefall and canopy skills, a procedural approach to the high-stakes environment of a skydive and one-on-one tutelage by our team of experienced skydiving instructors. We do our best to make sure that all jumps are video recorded for thorough, immediate feedback.

Tandem 1
Freefall: Display proper body position.
$229-269*
Tandem 2
Freefall: 90 & 360 degree turns. Pull at correct altitude in a calm and
aware manner. / Parachute: Discuss canopy control check and pattern.
Click Here to Schedule Your Second Tandem Jump
$229-269*
First Jump Course
Ground Training; 6-8 Hours.
Click Here to Schedule Your Solo Ground Jump Course
*To be eligible for the solo jump ground course (the next step in the AFF process), you must complete two tandem skydives.
$100
AFF 1
Freefall: relaxed and stable pull at the correct altitude.
$189
AFF 2
Freefall: Release Dive, relaxed and in-control solo pull at the correct
altitude. (*After this skydive, you must join the USPA [additional fee] to continue)
$189
AFF 3
Freefall: 90-degree freefall turns left and right using arms. / Parachute:
90 degree rear riser turns with brakes stowed and unstowed.
$189
AFF 4
Freefall: 360 degree freefall turns. / Parachute: 180/360 rear riser turns.
$189
AFF 5
Freefall: Barrel rolls; demonstration of stability recovery.
$189
AFF 6
Freefall: Backflips, front flip; demonstration of stability recovery.
$189
AFF 7
Freefall: Intro to tracking (Delta position). / Parachute: Deep brake
turns. Eligible For Packing Class ($75 – max. 4 hours).
$189
AFF 8
Freefall: Tracking (Full). / Parachute: Braked approach.
$189
AFF 9
Freefall: x2 successful docks from greater than 10’ starting distance /
Parachute: Reverse canopy turns
$189
AFF 10
Freefall: Fall rate adjustments
$189
AFF 11
Freefall: Swoop docks. / Parachute: Front riser turns
$189
AFF 12
Freefall: Simulated Emergency Exit from 5,500ft
$139
AFF 13
Freefall: Simulated Emergency Exit from 3,500ft
$139
Check Dive
Freefall: 360–degree left turn, 360 right turn, backflip, dock from +20’
starting distance. / Parachute: Land as planned
$189
A License Requirement
8 more jumps at $79 each to meet A License requirement
$79
Prepay option
Package price for AFF 1 through check dive. Normally priced at $2,546
$2,396
Click here to view our AFF Terms and Conditions

Ready to get started? Schedule your first 2 tandem jumps

Ready for the next step? Schedule your first solo jump ground course!

*PLEASE NOTE: To be eligible for the solo jump ground course you must have already completed two tandem skydives. To schedule your tandem skydives, click here.

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  • John-David Avatar
    John-David
    This was my first time skydiving and it was amazing! I was pretty nervous at first, but Skye was so awesome and reassuring. I had the time of my life and I highly recommend that you go!
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    3 years ago
  • Mayra Garcia Avatar
    Mayra G.
    Everybody was so welcoming and so funny! I loved the staff and Derek was a great instructor. He walked me through everything and it was so fun! It was worth the drive to come here.
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    6 years ago
  • Kiara Head Avatar
    Kiara H.
    Piedmont Skydiving made my first skydiving experience incredible! They made me laugh so much I forgot I was nervous! Derek was absolutely amazing. He was super nice, loved to have fun, and made sure safety was the top priority. I will definitely be returning and I recommend it to everyone! P.s, make sure to purchase the video and photo package! It's a great memory to have!
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    4 years ago
  • Michelle Miller Avatar
    Michelle M.
    This was an awesome experience that was on my bucket list. I felt confident with my tandem partner. He was very patient and explained everything. I would recommend this to anyone looking for a great adventure.
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    3 years ago
  • Rhonda Clune Avatar
    Rhonda C.
    A 60th birthday to remember! My instructor made me feel so safe and secure. The view and experience were amazing! My face did get COLD! WEAR A FACE COVERING! Any staff reading this, please tell people to do this to make their experience more enjoyable. We took several turns, which left my stomach wishing I hadn’t eaten breakfast, but it’s all good!
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    3 years ago