Skydiving
Could you jump out of a plane at 12,500ft and free fall to the earth in under a minute?
In return for raising a minimum of £380 in sponsorship, you will be able to make a ‘FREE’ tandem skydive!
You will receive a 30 minute training session, where your fully qualified instructor will guide you through the whole process of a tandem skydive.
Frequently asked questions
When can I jump?
We have organised a few dates throughout the summer but you can jump at any time throughout the year, the centre is open from Friday-Sundays, giving you the time that you need to fundraise and prepare yourself for the thrill of what you are about to undertake.
Dates confirmed for 2012:
- 5th May 2012
- 21st July 2012
- 9th September 2012
Where is it?
Swindon, SN4 0AA
On the day
You need to arrive at the airfield at the time allocated. Please arrive on time as late arrivals may not be able to jump. On arrival at the airfield, report to the Registration Desk and present your medical form. You will then be met by your instructors and commence training. Please be aware that the time of your jump depends on a variety of factors. The centre will endeavour to get you in the air as soon as possible but some delays are inevitable and weather dependant. Be prepared to wait around!
What to Wear
Comfortable tracksuit type clothing is recommended for skydiving, with suitable footwear such as trainers. Slip on shoes or shoes with hooks or high heels must not be worn. Jeans are not recommended.
Restrictions
- You must be under 15 stone in weight
- Principal medical restrictions are diabetes, epilepsy, fits, recurrent blackouts, heart or lung disease, mental illness, colds and some cases of asthma.
Pre-existing physical conditions will not necessarily prevent you from taking part but please inform us of any physical condition. If you are in any doubt then please contact us for further information.
You will be required to sign a medical form before your jump declaring your fitness to take part - this will be sent to you upon receipt of your reservation form and should be taken with you on the day.
If you are over 40, it is the British Parachute Association’s requirement that you complete the Declaration of Fitness form and have this signed by your doctor prior to your jump, otherwise you will not be able to complete the skydive.
Insurance
This is included in your temporary membership to the British Parachute Association for up to £2,000,000. This DOES NOT cover you for personal injury and you are strongly advised to arrange special personal cover for yourself from your insurance broker.
Should you wish to take out cover for personal injury then we recommend Sky Cover, more information can be found at www.sky-cover.co.uk or on 0844 892 1515.
Paying for your jump
We cannot start organising your jump until we receive your online booking form confirmation and £80 booking deposit.
Your sponsorship can be posted to Concern Universal in the form of a cheque (payable to Concern Universal), or by online bank transfer (call Annie to discuss this).
You can also pay your deposit online (note you will be automatically redirected to the shop once you have booked online).
Just giving
You can support Concern Universal online via www.justgiving.com.
All you need to do is set up your own fundraising page and collect sponsorship online it’s quick, easy and comes directly to Concern Universal.
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Downloads
Skydive Registration Form
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