Learn to Skydive, We Use The USPA Accelerated Freefall Training Method at Connecticut Parachutists in Ellington , CT

USPA Certified Instructors

AFF Class Schedule

Aug 11th-12th

Aug 25th-26th

Classes are 4-5 hours each night and you need to attend both. Classes start at 6:00 pm

(860) 896-5215

LEARN TO SKYDIVE AT CPI

Student training at Connecticut Parachutist is designed with one goal in mind, to help you earn your USPA A License. All unlicensed skydivers are required to complete the entire student training program before they skydive with other jumpers. It takes a minimum of 25 jumps to obtain your license. Make your reservations early, classes are limited. Classes are held regardless of the weather.

The program begins with a 6-8 hour ground class with a limited enrollment of only 6 students. The class will build your confidence, increase your understanding of skydiving, introduce you to the equipment and prepare you for your first solo skydive. By testing each student individually before the jump we insure that you are ready for the challenge

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Cost for the First Jump Course is 315.00 which includes classroom, training materials, 90 day USPA membership, gear rental, and your first jump with 2 Instructors. See price list for additional jump prices. Download Price List

Connecticut Parachutist offers two methods of training each has its unique differences but both of them will allow you to complete the training and earn your A license

Accelerated Freefall

The Accelerated Freefall method of skydiving includes practical instruction on climb-out and exit of the aircraft, freefall, canopy flight, landing, and emergency procedures.

CPI's AFF Program emphasizes safety and awareness, while allowing you to more quickly acquire the skills needed to perform advanced skydives. By freefalling from higher altitudes and opening your own parachute from your first jump, the rate of learning is much greater. You will need at least 25 skydives to earn your USPA “A” license, which will allow you to jump almost anywhere in the world.
The entire AFF program is conducted in accordance with the United States Parachute Association Integrated Student Program (ISP).

During your AFF Training

Wear, deploy and operate your own parachute system, using a state-of-the art Ram-Air Canopy, much like the one used on your Tandem Jump.
Exit the aircraft from an altitude over 2 miles above the earth.
Freefall with two AFF Instructors for 45 to 60 seconds
Perform assigned maneuvers, with which you will gain understanding of aircraft exits, altitude awareness, freefall body position and control, by utilizing hand signals for freefall communication.
Deploy your own parachute!
Learn to fly your own parachute to a safe landing.

The First Jump Course

To make your first AFF Category A Jump, you will be required to complete a First Jump Course that takes approximately 8 hours. The course will teach you everything you need to make your first AFF skydive. The ground school is broken up into 2 nights, usually held during the week. You will then make your first jump that weekend. After the initial FJC you will come out each weekend and be trained for your successive jumps, approx 1 hour, then make your skydive. No appointment is needed after the FJC. Students are encouraged to make multiple jumps each day.

Instructor Assisted Deployment (IAD)

The IAD program includes practical instruction on climb-out and exit of the aircraft, freefall, canopy flight, landing, and emergency procedures. Assisted during climb out by the USPA IAD Instructor, the student exits the aircraft solo with the parachute deploying immediately. Exit and opening occur at 3,500 feet, then the student pilots the parachute to the landing area. IAD allows a student to progress through the training at a slower rate compared to the accelerated free fall plan. It is a safe known method that the military has been using for years. IAD first jump courses are not regular scheduled, please contact us for more information. IAD