Beginners/Intermediate
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SkySchool runs two types of 6 Day Paragliding courses; the Elementary Pilot Beginner course and the Club Pilot Intermediate course which combine to form the 12 Day EP/CP course.
6 Day EP Beginners Course: £945
The Elementary Pilot (EP) rating is the first stage of the FSVL Paraglding syllabus. It is designed for complete beginners who wish to take up Paragliding. The course consists of theoretical and practical training. The theoretical training includes theory of flight, basic meteorology, basic air law and general flying information. The practical training includes introduction to the equipment, launch and ground handling practise and solo flights. At the end of the course one can expect to have completed a series of solo flights, passed the Elementary Pilot stage of the course and be ready to sit the Club Pilot course.
Included in the Course: The course fee includes 1: 3 instructor/student ratio instruction, equipment hire, shared accommodation with two to a room, breakfast and supper, transport in Verbier and log books. It does not include Flights, transport to Le Chable, personal insurance, lunch or food/drink off site.
Further Information: Courses run from Monday to Saturday any week between May and September. Students need to arrive and depart on a Sunday. For accommodation and further information visit the Location page or to book a course contact us.
Learn to Paraglide
6 Day CP Intermediate Course: £945
The Club Pilot (CP) rating is the second stage of the FSVL Paragliding syllabus. It is designed for beginners who have successfully completed the EP course. The course consists of more advanced theory and practical training. The theoretical training includes advanced meteorology, air law, navigation, emergencies and further information. The practical training includes more advanced techniques such as high wind launches, glider control, thermalling, top landings, emergency procedures, rapid descent techniques and more. At the end of the 5 day course, students should be qualified to fly solo without any supervision and, if they pass the exam, having attained their IPPI3 rating.
Included in the Course: The course fee includes 1: 3 instructor/student ratio instruction, equipment hire, shared accommodation with two to a room, breakfast and supper, transport in Verbier and log books. It does not include Flights, transport to Le Chable, personal insurance, lunch or food/drink off site.
Further Information: Courses run from Monday to Saturday any week between May and September. Students need to arrive and depart on a Sunday. For accommodation and further information visit the Location page or to book a course contact us.
Learn to Paraglide
12 Day EP and CP Course: £1495
The 12 day EP and CP course is for complete beginners who wish to acquire their IPPI 3 (CP) rating through an intensive course. The first week of the course consists of the Elementary Pilot course with a day off on Sunday. The second week consists of the Club Pilot course which ends on Saturday afternoon. The theoretical training includes advanced meteorology, air law, navigation, emergencies and more. The practical training includes more advanced techniques such as high wind launches, glider control, thermalling, top landings, emergency procedures, rapid descent techniques and more. At the end of the course most students should be qualified to fly solo without any supervision having attained their IPPI 3 rating.
Included in the Course: The course fee includes 1: 3 instructor/student ratio instruction, equipment hire, shared accommodation with two to a room, breakfast and supper, transport in Verbier and log books. It does not include Flights, transport to Le Chable, personal insurance, lunch or food/drink off site.
Further Information: Courses run from Monday to Saturday all the time between May and September. Students need to arrive and depart on a Sunday. For accommodation and further information visit the Location page or to book a course contact us.