Afraid of heights? Many jumpers find the fear doesn't show up at 13,500 feet. Here's why, where nerves do hit, and when to check with a doctor first.
It feels more like flying than falling. Here's what freefall, the parachute opening and landing really feel like on a tandem skydive, with no stomach drop.
What to eat before a skydive and when, what to skip, the real FAA alcohol rule, and what to do when nerves have killed your appetite.
Is skydiving safe? Explore current skydiving safety statistics, tandem risks, parachute systems, instructor training, and how to choose a safe dropzone.
Compare bungee jumping vs skydiving, including the experience, fear factor, safety, cost, age and weight requirements, and which adventure to try first.
Considering skydivers for your event? Learn how demonstration jumps work, what venues fit, the FAA permits involved, what drives cost, and how to book a USPA-rated team in NJ & PA.
Skydiving floods your brain with adrenaline, dopamine, and serotonin — but what does that actually do to you? Here's the real mental, physical, and emotional impact, the downsides included.
Learn how to get into wingsuit flying, from your first skydive to licensing, 200 jumps, gear basics, training, costs, and your first wingsuit flight.
Do you meet the requirements to go skydiving for the first time? Check out the minimum age for skydiving, along with height, weight, health, and other tandem skydiving requirements.