We’ve got some good news that might surprise you: technically, you’re never too old to skydive! Yes, yes, that’s true. Just because you may consider yourself “over the mountain” doesn’t mean you have to give up on your dream of flying from 4,000 meters.<\/p>\n\n
There are several requirements to participate in skydiving regardless of age:<\/p>\n\n
If you meet these requirements, skydiving could be on your horizon!<\/p>\n\n
As we mentioned above, there is no maximum age limit for skydiving. However, there is a minimum age requirement. This minimum age for skydiving varies by geography. In several European countries, such as the UK, France and Norway, the minimum age for skydiving is 16. Countries such as Australia, Mexico, New Zealand and Great Britain allow children under the age of 18 to skydive. In the United States, the minimum age for skydiving in United States Parachute Association (USPA) member drop zones is 18. <\/p>\n\n
In Ukraine, there are no legal age restrictions for tandem jumping (with parental permission), but each drop zone has its own restrictions. Here at Skydive Academy you can jump with a parachute from the age of 14. At this age, a person already better understands the risks of skydiving and can make his own decision about jumping from an airplane with a parachute. And she is already much better formed physically and mentally, which will reduce possible problems from pressure drop and stress.<\/p>\n\n
Here’s what you need for children 14+ skydiving:<\/p>\n\n
Currently, the Guinness Book of Records as the oldest tandem skydiver belongs to the centenarian Alfred Blaschke, who made his second tandem jump at the age of 103 years and 180 days! The oldest female tandem skydiver, Catherine Hodges, also deserves recognition for making a tandem jump at the age of 103 years and 129 days.<\/p>\n\n
The second best thing to skydiving is indoor skydiving, especially for minors. While simulating skydiving doesn’t match the life-changing experience of stepping out of an airplane, the sensation of freefalling is very similar. Many indoor wind tunnel centers allow children as young as three to experience the sensation of flying – kids love it!<\/p>\n\n
Regardless of your age, your overall health, mental clarity, physical flexibility and overall strength all support the skydiving experience:<\/p>\n\n
Keep in mind that skydiving is considered an extreme sport. If you have medical problems such as hypertension or heart disease; suffer from knee, hip or back pain; have a significant illness or disability, or any other health problem that prevents you from trying another extreme sport\u2026 then skydiving may not be for you.<\/p>\n\n
In general, a controlled and well-managed health problem is not a barrier. If you’re not sure, be sure to check with your doctor before booking a jump (and get written permission from them if you get the green light).<\/p>\n\n
Clarity of mind is important for another reason. Skydiving is a life-changing experience. Surviving the fear of jumping into the sky 4 kilometers above the ground, free-falling at a speed of 200 km per hour, and then parachuting until you touch the ground requires fortitude. You can never repeat your first jump – don’t miss its importance!<\/p>\n\n
Flexibility will help you gain height (usually sitting on the floor or a bench) when you walk to the door with your tandem instructor before jumping, and during freefall, when body position plays a role. You don’t need to be ready for circus exercises, but you will definitely need flexibility.<\/p>\n\n
As a tandem student, you’re mostly on the (most incredible) trip (of your life), but you also have work to do. If you want to fly the parachute, you need to keep your arms up. And when it’s time to land, you’ll need to lift your feet so you and your instructor can glide easily on the landing.<\/p>\n\n
However, if you continue with the sport and learn to skydive, you must be in good physical shape, meaning you must have the strength to overcome wind resistance in free fall and to open and control your parachute.<\/p>\n\n
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