p1+p2 Introduction to Paragliding

Beginner Course • 7 Days • No Experience Required

7 Days Beginner Friendly First Flights

The p1+p2 Introduction to Paragliding course is designed to bring more people into the sport by letting them experience the joys of free flying without any major time or financial commitment.

This comprehensive 7-day course introduces students to paragliding fundamentals through structured theory, hands-on ground handling, and supervised flights with certified instructors.

This course can be counted towards the tasks needed for the "Student" level certification.

p1+p2 Introduction to Paragliding Course

Course Highlights

Your gateway to the world of paragliding

Complete Beginner Friendly

No prior experience needed - start your paragliding journey from zero to flying

Comprehensive Training

7-day course covering theory, ground handling, and supervised flights

Safety First Approach

Emphasis on safety protocols, equipment checks, and emergency procedures

Hands-on Experience

Maximum 3-4 supervised flights with gradual skill building progression

Experience the Joy of Free Flight

The p1+p2 Introduction to Paragliding course is your first step into the incredible world of free flight. This carefully structured 7-day program is designed for complete beginners who want to experience paragliding safely and professionally.

Our approach emphasizes safety first while ensuring you gain practical flying experience. You'll learn how a paraglider works as an aircraft, master ground handling techniques, and progress to supervised flights under expert instruction.

By the end of this course, you'll have completed up to 3-4 supervised flights and gained the fundamental knowledge needed to continue your paragliding education at the Student level.

No prior experience is required - just bring your enthusiasm for adventure and we'll take care of the rest!

Course Requirements

What you need to know before starting your paragliding journey

No Prior Experience

Complete beginners welcome - we start from the basics

3-4 Supervised Flights

Gradual progression with instructor guidance throughout

Logbook Maintained

All exercises documented and signed by certified instructor

Foundation Building

Can be counted towards Student level certification

Theory Knowledge

Comprehensive theoretical foundation covering paraglider basics, safety, and flight principles.

Paraglider as an aircraft: How the glider flies, control mechanisms, and aerodynamics
Introduction to paraglider parts: Wing sections, weight range, and equipment overview
Basics of airflow: Safe flying conditions and weather awareness for beginners
Ground handling fundamentals: Layout, inflation, and control techniques
Equipment assembly and daily safety checks for pre-flight inspection
Take-off procedures: Sight forward, acceleration, and trajectory control
Flight control basics: Correct airspeed and directional control techniques
Landing procedures: Wind approach, sight forward, and using glider as brake

Aircraft Fundamentals

Learn how paragliders work as aircraft including:

  • • How the glider flies and stays airborne
  • • Control mechanisms and pilot input
  • • Wing sections and weight considerations
  • • Basic aerodynamics for safe flight

Safety Foundation

Comprehensive safety training covering equipment checks, weather awareness, and emergency procedures to ensure your flying experience is both fun and safe.

Practical Training Tasks

Hands-on experience from ground handling to your first flights

Equipment routines: Assembly, unfolding sail, moving when needed, daily checks
Packing and unpacking the glider with proper folding techniques
Line clearing and untangling procedures for safe setup
Harness strapping with comprehensive safety checks
Preflight inspection: Connections, conditions, flight area assessment
Take-off execution: Forward launch with gradual loading technique
Flight control: Airspeed management and directional control practice
Landing approach: Direct wind entry, forward sight, emergency procedures
Proper PLF (Parachute Landing Fall) emergency landing technique

Training Progression

Step-by-step learning for safe skill development

Ground Handling

Master equipment setup, wing layout, inflation with A-risers, and control on flat ground and slopes.

First Flights

Progress to supervised flights with instructor guidance, learning take-off, flight control, and safe landing.

Next Level Ready

Course completion prepares you for Student level training with logged experience and fundamental skills.

Glimpses of the Sky

A peek into the P1+P2 paragliding journey – from training hills to first solo flight

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Ready to Start Flying?

Join our p1+p2 Introduction course and experience the joy of free flight. No experience required - just bring your enthusiasm and we'll teach you everything you need to know!

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