Prerequisites for Tandem Skydiving
- Parachutists need a reasonable standard of physical fitness and must not be overweight in relation to their height.
- Please note that the minimum age for parachuting is 16 and the maximum weight is 15 stones (95 kg) and not overweight for your height. The maximum age for Tandem Skydiving is 70. Anyone under 18 must have the written consent of a parent or guardian (BPA Form 106). Please note that the minimum age for parachuting is 16, anyone under 18 must have the written consent of a parent or guardian.
- We have minimum fitness requirements. All participants must be physically fit, fully self-mobile with a full range of mobility and able to lift their knees to their chest unaided. Conditions and disabilities that reduce mobility are not suitable for skydiving. Please contact the club if you are unsure as participants are assessed on arrival and will not be able to jump if the minimum fitness requirements are not met.
- Any person aged 70 or over will need to attend an assessment at the centre before they book, they will also need to have form 115b signed by a GP.
- Please read forms Form 115a – Tandem Student Parachutist Medical Information and Declaration and Form 115b – Student Tandem Parachutist Request for Medical Advice.
- We must have the completed consent/medical prior to commencing the training course.
- The MAXIMUM weight is 15 stones (95 kg.) for Tandem skydives and that is relative to your height.
- If you are unsure please call the club on 01948 841111.
- Here is a rough guide to the upper weight limits relative to height
| Height | Weight | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 feet | or 1.52m | no more than 67kg | or 10st 7 |
| 5′ 1″ | or 1.55m | no more than 69kg | or 10st 12 |
| 5′ 2″ | or 1.57m | no more than 71kg | or 11st 2 |
| 5′ 3″ | or 1.60m | no more than 74kg | or 11st 8 |
| 5′ 4″ | or 1.63m | no more than 76kg | or 12st |
| 5′ 5″ | or 1.65m | no more than 78kg | or 12st 4 |
| 5′ 6″ | or 1.68m | no more than 81kg | or 12st 10 |
| 5′ 7″ | or 1.70m | no more than 83kg | or 13st |
| 5′ 8″ | or 1.73m | no more than 85kg | or 13st 6 |
| 5′ 9″ | or 1.75m | no more than 88kg | or 13st 12 |
| 5′ 10″ | or 1.78m | no more than 90kg | or 14st 3 |
| 5′ 11″ | or 1.80m | no more than 92kg | or 14st 7 |
| 6′ or more | or 1.80m or more | no more than 95kg | or 15st |
Prerequisites for the Solo Parachute Training Course
Parachutists need a reasonable standard of physical fitness and must not be overweight in relation to their height. Please note that the minimum age for parachuting is 16 and the maximum age is 54. Anyone under 18 must have the written consent of a parent or guardian.
Please read forms Form 115c – Solo Student Parachutist Medical Information and Form 115d – Solo Student Parachutist Request for Medical Advice.
We must have the completed consent/medical form prior to commencing the training course.
The MAXIMUM weight is 14.5 stones (92 kg.) for Static Line Solo Jump Course and that has to be relative to your height of over 6 feet. The Minimum Height is 5 feet 2 inches and at least 8 stone. If you are unsure please call the club on 01948 841111.
