For those committed to becoming independent skydivers, the Accelerated Freefall (AFF) Course is the most direct route. This comprehensive program involves a series of structured AFF Jump levels, each designed to build your skills progressively. Successfully completing these jumps leads to the equivalent of an AFF License, signifying your readiness for supervised Solo Jumps and ultimately, your USPA Skydiving License.
What is an AFF Jump? An AFF Jump is a specific instructional skydive within the AFF program. Unlike a Tandem Skydive, where you are attached to an instructor, during an AFF Jump, you are flying your own parachute system. In the initial levels, one or two Skydiving Trainer instructors maintain a physical grip on you during the Freefall Experience, providing stability and hands-on coaching. As you progress, the instructors gradually release their grips, allowing you to perform maneuvers independently.
Key Aspects of an AFF Jump:
- Active Learning: You are actively controlling your body in freefall from the very beginning.
- Direct Coaching: Instructors provide immediate feedback and guidance in the air and via radio after parachute deployment.
- Skill Progression: Each AFF Jump introduces new skills, such as turns, forward movement, altitude awareness, and emergency procedures.
The Journey to Your AFF License (Completion of AFF Course): The AFF Course typically consists of 7-8 AFF Jump levels. Each level has specific objectives you must achieve before progressing. Upon successful completion of all levels, you are considered to have earned your AFF License (meaning you’ve completed the course), and you are then cleared for supervised Solo Jumps.
Understanding AFF Course Cost: The AFF Course Cost covers:
- Ground School: In-depth theoretical instruction.
- Instructional Jumps: The cost for each AFF Jump level and the expertise of your Skydiving Trainer instructors.
- Equipment Rental: Use of specialized student gear, including a Skydiving Jumpsuit, during the course.
- Skydiving Logbook: To document your progress.
Why Choose Dropzone Thailand for Your AFF License & AFF Jumps?
- USPA Certified Program: Our Skydiving Training adheres to the highest USPA standards, ensuring top-tier instruction and safety, leading to recognized Skydiving Certification.
- Experienced AFF Instructors: Our dedicated Skydiving Trainer team is committed to guiding you safely and effectively through each AFF Jump.
- Stunning Environment: Experience your Freefall Experience with breathtaking Skydiving Ocean views, making your training truly unique.
- Clear Progression: We provide a clear path from your first AFF Jump to obtaining your USPA Skydiving License.
Completing your AFF Course and earning your AFF License is a significant step towards becoming a confident and independent skydiver.
