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Learn to fly paragliders with us.Free flying is an archetypal dream come true, imagine tandem soaring the cliffs on the Isle of Wight, weaving through dazzling cloud canyons in Europe or quietly circling a mile up with a golden eagle in california.

One of the best places in the world to begin the adventure of free flight is on the Isle of Wight with Butterfly Paragliding!

Developed from free fall parachuting, paragliding is a wonderful form of outdoor experience. Basic control of the wing is simple but the learning process never ends.

We stay up by the Grace of God, and the subtlety of our own imagination.

Of course we also use aerodynamics,air law, micrometeorology, visualization, observation, calculation, preparation, inspiration, perspiration, education, evaporation, condensation, information and of course LUCK! I have found the 25 years of practice has improved my luck considerably!

We are an established school, with an enviable safety record and some of the best training, sites, and weather anywhere.

We have a comprehensively equipped school, friendly instructors,on site clubhouse,and a fully stocked shop.

We are situated right on the cliff top at Chale. On a good day our more experienced clients can walk, from their organic breakfast on the conservatory, to the take off spot, then soar along sixteen kilometers of beautiful island coastline. Call us now (24 hrs) and make it real. 01983 731 611.

In addition to our mainstream business, we also provide a winch launch facility, paramotor assessments, and the original fully functional paragliding simulator

TANDEM FLIGHT

Soar the cliffs with an instructor. Hands on, Fast track experience.

Approximate 20 minutes in the air. Same day bookings, just call ahead to check the weather conditions are suitable.

Gift Vouchers available.

Free upgrades to training courses if arranged promptly, just pay the difference.

INTRO DAY

Getting to know what paragliding is all about

Guaranteed to get you off the ground.

May include a tandem flight as well if the weather is suitable.

All equipment is provided but you should wear walking boots if possible . Bring sun screen, layers of clothing and a camera with you. We can provide a packed lunch if you like. Normal fitness is fine

STUDENT PILOT COURSE

Solo flying, simple flight plans and basic theory. A carefully prepared progression from the flat ground to short flights with turns and planned landings.

Closely supervised flying on the school sites. Time enough to gain a good insight into the paragliding sport and lifestyle.

Most pilots take four or five days to complete this stage and achieve their BHPA Elementary Pilot rating.

CLUB PILOT COURSE

Soaring for extended periods, staying up in the air, gaining height, landing back at the take off; real flying starts with the Club Pilot rating.

At this stage you are able to fly with your local club coach,and technically do not need to continue in school!

Our advice however is to stay with us and join our Pilot Club.

PILOT CLUB MEMBERSHIP

Qualified as Club Pilot, you continue flying with us and have access to all our facilities and sites. The training becomes less formal, more advisory and tutorial in nature.

The tasks for BHPA Pilot Rating are achieved almost without you noticing, whilst your flying progresses in a supportive and secure environment.

OVERSEAS FLYING SAFARIS

We were the first to offer overseas paragliding holidays from the UK and have established experience and contacts in many destinations, worldwide.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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