Indoor skydiving

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Difficulty

Very easy – Advanced

Duration

30–120 minutes

Location

Vertical wind tunnels and specialist indoor centres

Season

All year round

What is Indoor skydiving?

Indoor skydiving is flying in a vertical wind tunnel, where the airflow is strong enough to hold your body up.

It reproduces the free-fall sensation of parachuting, with no aircraft and no parachute involved.

You learn the basic body positions and how to control your movement in the air.

It is used both for fun and for training professional skydivers.

Outdoor experiences

Indoor skydiving: experiences available

Book activities run by specialist organisers.

Wind tunnels have something for every level of preparation.

Indoor skydiving: the kinds of experience

A session for beginners

A first flight in the tunnel, with an instructor.

An experience for the family

An activity that works for several people at once.

Sports training

Preparation for parachuting and for the harder techniques.

Indoor freestyle

Acrobatic moves and fine control in the air.

Group events

An activity for teams, birthdays and company days out.

The experience takes in the briefing, getting kitted out and the flying session in the tunnel.

How does it work?

01

Briefing

The instructor goes over your body position and the safety rules.

02

Kitting up

You are given a suit, a helmet, goggles and protective gear.

03

Going into the tunnel

You step into the flight area with the instructor beside you.

04

The flight

The airflow holds you up and lets you work your position.

05

Wrapping up the session

The instructor gives feedback and tips on what to work on next.

It suits anyone who wants the free-flight sensation in a controlled setting, without jumping from a plane.

Who is indoor skydiving for?

Beginners

Beginners

No previous experience is needed; the instructor is with you throughout.

Children and teenagers

Children and teenagers

It can work for young people, within the limits the operator sets.

Thrill seekers

Thrill seekers

It gives you the free-fall sensation without jumping from an aircraft.

Skydivers

Skydivers

Useful for working on positions and flying technique.

Groups and teams

Groups and teams

Good for team activities and special events.

Video enthusiasts

Video enthusiasts

It lets you catch striking footage during the flight.

It runs from an introductory session up to technical and acrobatic flying.

Level of the experience

Introductory session

Discovery

A first go at floating in the wind tunnel.

Fun Basic control

Intermediate flying

Learning

Building up body control and the techniques for moving about.

Coordination Control

Freestyle and performance

Acrobatics

Advanced moves, spins and competition technique.

Performance Precision
Things worth knowing before an indoor skydiving session.

At a glance

Weather makes no difference

It all happens indoors and runs all year round.

An instructor is included

You are briefed beforehand and helped inside the tunnel.

Time in the air

Even a short session gives you an intense flying experience.

Booking

Booking is worth doing if you want a particular time slot.

Fitness

An ordinary level of mobility and general health is what is asked for.

Age

The age limits differ from one centre's rules to another.

The centre provides whatever the session calls for.

Gear

Flight suit

It helps you hold your position in the airflow.

Helmet

It protects your head and has to be worn throughout.

Goggles

They keep your eyes protected from the strong airflow.

Ear protection

It can be worth having, given how loud the installation is.

Suitable footwear

Comfortable trainers are recommended.

Safety

Indoor skydiving takes place in a controlled setting, with instructors and set procedures.

A compulsory briefing
Watched over throughout
Checked kit
Keeping your movements in check
Medical conditions
Answers to the questions that come up most often about flying in a wind tunnel.

Indoor skydiving — frequently asked questions

Do I need experience?
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No. The activity works for beginners too.

Is it the same as parachuting?
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It imitates the free-fall sensation, but it happens in a wind tunnel, with no aircraft and no parachute.

What does it feel like?
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You feel yourself floating and taking control of your body in the air.

How long does a session last?
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It depends on the package you pick and on your level.

What should I wear?
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The centre provides the specialist kit; you usually just wear comfortable clothes.

Can I take photographs or video?
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Many centres offer photo and video work for the session.

What is the point of the experience?
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Finding out what free flight feels like and building up control over your body.