Learn to Fly

Customized Lesson Packages

Whether you just want to find out if paragliding is right for you, or if you are ready for full immersion, we have the perfect lesson plans for you!

 

Exploratory Tandem Flight

Exploratory tandems are perfect for those who are interested in the sport, but not fully decided about going for lessons. Take an hour (weather conditions permitting) to experience flight and see if you want to learn more.

Introduction to Paragliding

You tried the tandem, and you are ready for more. Come spend a morning (or two) with us, learn about ground handling, weather, and practice short flights from the training hill. We take you through the experience of your own takeoff and landing in safe and fun conditions. There are few sports that will give you the same sense of exhilaration and accomplishment in a day of learning!

Full Lesson Packages

We offer a variety of lesson packages to suit your needs, available time, and preferences. Whether you are coming from out of town just to learn, or local and ready to fly year-round, we have a training program just for you.

Read Below for more details on each Package

Exploratory Tandem Flight

 

Tandem flights are great fun and offer an introductory lesson flight with an instructor. These exploratory tandems will give you an understanding of the basics of paragliding, while experiencing flight. You will have the opportunity to control the gilder in the air, execute maneuvers, and learn about flying conditions and what to expect as you get into paragliding.

What to expect:

5 - 45 minute flight (or until you want to land) dependent on conditions. With altitudes from 5 to 2,000 feet, whatever you are up for and conditions permit us to do. 

You may want to wear ankle supportive shoes or boots, long pants, jacket (weather optional), sunglasses, gloves, a small camera, and something to drink (we do provide water most days). 

Morning tandem flights are flown at the Point of the Mountain training hill (South Side Flight Park).  See contact page for address.

Afternoon tandem flight are usually flown at the Point of the Mountain (North Side Flight Park) See contact page for address.

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Introduction to Paragliding

 

We provide all the gear you will need, and our instructors will be with you all lesson. When you get in the air by yourself you get instructions via radio. Expect an introduction to flight with a Tandem flight showing students what it feels like to fly, an introduction to the equipment we use, and some solo, short flights, soft landings, and some flight theory. You may want to wear ankle supportive shoes or boots, long pants, jacket (optional), sunglasses, gloves, and something to drink (we do provide water most days). Our lessons are designed to keep the entire experience safe, fun, and building your flying skills quickly. Intro lessons also make a great gift. If your friend or family member enjoyed a tandem ride and hasn't stopped talking about flying, maybe it's time for an intro lesson package.

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Full Lesson Packages

 

We know we are competing against other schools for your business. Contact us, or come out one day to see how various schools structure their lessons. You will find that we are truly committed to getting you the most out of your training We offer primarily one on one instruction with never more than two students per instructor. We stick by our students as long as we are needed.

If you are interested, please fill out the form at the bottom of the page.

Commitments needed from you

  • Willingness to learn something new

    • For most people, including current pilots, paragliding can feel completely new and different. Do you have the patience and positive attitude to take the long road to being a safe and competent flyer?

  • Time

    • Certifications require extensive time commitments on the hill, in the classroom, and on your own learning how to be a safe and competent flyer.

  • Money

Why POTMP?

Read our about page to learn about our philosophy

Learn more about paragliding certifications

Learn more USHGA P1&P2 Requirements for certifications

 

If you want to experience paragliding, fill out the for below or contact us! Let's discuss your goals and see how we can help you fulfill your dream of soaring flight. 

Interest Form

Please fill out this form to the best of your ability if you are interested in paragliding lessons with POTMP.