Skydiving · Free guide
From your first tandem to your A License.
A practical guide to getting into skydiving: what to expect on your first jump, how to choose a drop zone, the training paths, and earning your A License—without the guesswork.
Skydiving
Chris TomshackComing soon
Skydiving Starter Guide
- Your first jump
- Choosing a drop zone
- The training paths
- What it really costs
- +2 more chapters
First to know when it drops6 chaptersWritten from experience, not theoryNo spam, ever
What's inside
6 chapters. No fluff, no theory-only advice — everything comes from doing it.
01
Your first jump
What to ask, what to bring, and what to expect on the day.
02
Choosing a drop zone
Green flags, red flags, and how to vet a school.
03
The training paths
AFF and beyond—how to choose the right route for you.
04
What it really costs
A realistic breakdown of the time and money to licensed.
05
Stage by stage
What happens from tandem to solo to your A License.
06
Current USPA resources
Where to find the latest SIM, requirements, and student info.
Is this for you?
- You've done a tandem (or want to) and are wondering what comes next.
- You're considering AFF or earning your license but don't know where to start.
- You want a clear, realistic picture of the time, cost, and steps involved.
Chris Tomshack
The jump from tandem to licensed feels huge from the ground. Broken into stages, it's just a series of very doable steps.
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