Basic Requirements for Skydiving

Overview

Skydiving at Tilstock requires participants to meet specific physical and medical criteria to ensure the safety of all jumpers. The requirements vary depending on whether you are undertaking a Tandem Skydive or enrolling in our AFF (Accelerated Freefall) Solo Training Course. Please review the appropriate section below and contact us on 01948 841111 if you have any questions regarding your eligibility.

Tandem Skydiving Requirements

Age Restrictions

• Minimum Age: 16 years old
• Maximum Age: 70 years old
• Participants under 18 years of age must provide written consent from a parent or guardian (British Skydiving Form 106)
• Participants aged 70 or over must attend a pre-booking assessment at the centre and obtain Form 115b signed by their General Practitioner

Weight and Height Requirements

The maximum weight limit for Tandem Skydiving is 15 stone (95 kg), however, this must be proportionate to your height. Weight restrictions exist for safety reasons, as they affect parachute performance and landing dynamics.

Tandem Skydiving Height and Weight Chart

Physical Fitness Requirements

All Tandem Skydiving participants must meet the following fitness criteria:

• General Fitness: A reasonable standard of physical fitness is required
• Mobility: Must be fully self-mobile with a complete range of motion
• Specific Ability: Must be able to lift your knees to your chest unaided
• Medical Conditions: Conditions or disabilities that reduce mobility are not suitable for skydiving

Important: Participants will be assessed upon arrival. Those who do not meet the minimum fitness requirements will be unable to jump.

Required Documentation

Before your jump, you must complete and submit the following forms:

• Form 115a – Tandem Student Parachutist Medical Information and Declaration
• Form 115b – Student Tandem Parachutist Request for Medical Advice (if applicable)
• Consent/Medical Form (must be completed prior to training)

AFF (Solo Parachute Training Course) Requirements

Age Restrictions

• Minimum Age: 16 years old
• Maximum Age: 54 years old
• Participants under 18 years of age must provide written consent from a parent or guardian

Weight and Height Requirements

The AFF course has more stringent weight and height requirements than Tandem Skydiving due to the nature of solo jumping. Participants must fall within the specified ranges for safe equipment operation and landing control.

• Maximum Weight: 14 stone 7 pounds (92 kg) for individuals 6 feet or taller
• Minimum Height: 5 feet 2 inches (1.57m)
• Minimum Weight: 8 stone 7 pounds (59 kg)

AFF Solo Skydiving Height and Weight Chart

Physical Fitness Requirements

AFF course participants must demonstrate a higher level of physical fitness than tandem jumpers, as they will be responsible for their own parachute operation and landing. Participants must:

• Maintain a reasonable standard of physical fitness
• Not be overweight in relation to height
• Be capable of independent movement and control during freefall and landing

Required Documentation

Before commencing the AFF training course, you must complete and submit:

• Form 115c – Solo Student Parachutist Medical Information
• Form 115d – Solo Student Parachutist Request for Medical Advice
• Consent/Medical Form (must be completed prior to training commencement)

Contact Information

If you are uncertain about whether you meet the requirements for either Tandem Skydiving or the AFF course, please contact Skydive Tilstock:

Phone: 01948 841111

Our staff will be happy to discuss your individual circumstances and advise on your eligibility to participate in our skydiving programmes.