First Skydive

Going on your first skydive is a exhilirating and rewarding experience. At Mile High Parachuting we offer a tandem skydiving experience to make your first skydive as safe and exhilirating as possible. if you have questions about making your first jump, please do not hestitate to call us at 613-836-1256, we would be glad to help you. You should try to book your jump several days in advance to ensure availability.

All your questions on what to expect, what to wear, costs and prerequisites are answered below.

Frequently asked questions are listed after the descriptions of the tandem jump.

Tandem Skydive

Mile High Parachuting uses a state of the art Tandem parachute system which allows you to perform your first skydive attached to your instructor. This reduces the amount of training required for a first skydive since the tandem instructor takes care of all the necessary details during your flight. This will allow you to sit back and enjoy the ride. This method of parachuting is great for those who prefer a simple introduction to the sport or are considering skydiving as a hobby or sport.

Preparing For Your First Tandem Skydive

You can prepare for this wonderful experience by getting a good sleep the night before your jump. The day of your jump eat normally until about 2 hours before your jump then keep your meals light. You should also allow 3-4 hours for the whole process of the training and the skydive.

Prerequisites
Age: You must be at least 18 years of age with ID.
Weight: For safety reasons the maximum weight limit is 230 lbs.
Physical Condition: You should be in good physical condition, please consult with your doctor.

What You Will Need To Bring

We will have almost every thing ready for you once you arrive. We supply jumpsuits, goggles, and helmets. The wearing of contact lenses or eye glasses is permitted. You should have a pair of running shoes or a pair of hiking boots (no hooks or heels please) and some comfortable clothing (nothing too tight or restrictive). During the spring and fall warm clothing is advisable. Also you should bring valid photo ID (drivers license or passport) and you must be 18 years of age or older

Your First Jump

On your first jump you will receive approximately 20 minutes of ground training from a certified instructor. You will then be fitted with a harness that will allow you to be securely attached to your instructor for your jump. You will then board the aircraft for your flight that will take you to approximately 11,000 ft (above ground level). Once at altitude, you will exit the aircraft together with your instructor, as rehearsed in the ground training, for the free fall portion of your jump. The sensation of freefall is actually more like floating, rather than falling, this will last for about 30 seconds at which point you tandem instructor will deploy your main parachute. While under canopy you can sit back and enjoy the view of the beautiful Ottawa valley. This will last for about 5 minutes before your instructor assists you with your landing back at the dropzone

The Cost

See pricing page for details. The cost of a tandem skydive includes, on the ground training, your instructor and parachuting equipment rental as well as a certificate. A $50.00 deposit will be required at the time of registration to hold your slot on the course. Video of your skydive is available for an additional cost. If you would like to have video taken of your skydive, please mention this at the time of booking.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How old do I have to be?

A. You must be at least be 18 years old or older with proper ID.

Q. How much time will I be in freefall and how long is the canopy ride?

A. You will have 30 seconds of freefall followed by a 6-7 minute canopy ride.

Q. Will I be able to wear my glasses/contacts?

A. Yes, we have goggles that fit over glasses and regular goggles will protect your eyes if you were contacts. However if you are prone to getting watery eyes while wearing contacts, we suggest bringing your glasses so that you can fully enjoy the experience.

Q. How long will I be at the drop zone?

A. You can expect to be here for approx. 2 hrs. This includes your briefing and jump. Please keep in mind that weather plays a significant role in skydiving and may effect how long you are at the drop zone.