Group Skydiving 101: How it Works & Why It’s Even More Fun in a Group
Group skydiving: the perfect way to experience the thrill of the jump! Whether you’re celebrating a milestone, scouting out some skydive team building opportunities, or just seeking a heart-pounding adventure, there’s something special about making the leap of a lifetime with a group!
Skydiving with friends means you can conquer your fears and celebrate your victories together! This article will explore how to book a group jump, group skydiving discounts, and the benefits of diving into the jump with some of your nearest and dearest on the scene!
How Many People Can Skydive Together?
There’s no limit to how many pals you can bring along for this unforgettable adventure! Our plane can fit up to 17 people, accommodating 5 to 6 tandem pairs and individual videographers to capture every moment.
You and your friends will share the entire experience together, from the pre-jump briefing to the exhilarating ascent. While you’ll exit the plane a few seconds apart, you’ll still feel connected in those final moments – it’s super special! In freefall, you’ll be about 1,000 feet apart, but rest assured, you can spot each other again once your parachutes are deployed.
Although skydiving is statistically safer than driving a car, there’s still some inherent risk – it’s an extreme sport, after all! Skydivers are dedicated to mitigating risk wherever possible. Tandem pairs jumping at the exact same time doesn’t allow for enough separation when it comes time to deploy the parachute, which presents unnecessary risk.
Can couples skydive together? Couples skydiving is something we love being a part of – we even specialize in skydiving wedding proposals! You and your better half can participate in the entire skydive hand-in-hand, minus the actual jump. Why? Yep, safety!
Then … what’s the point of even booking a skydiving tandem group? Fair question. Let’s get into it!
Social Skydiving Benefits
From building stronger connections with friends to enhancing your confidence in the sky, the advantages of group skydiving make jumping an unforgettable adventure:
1. Awesome support system.
Jumping from an airplane is no small feat, and having friends by your side makes all the difference. A supportive group can help to calm nerves and encourage each other long before you even get to the dropzone. Imagine the car ride on the day of your jump – we’re excited just thinking about it! While you’re filling out paperwork, gearing up, and taking the ride up in the sky, the camaraderie keeps apprehension at bay and spirits sky-high.
2. Stronger bonds.
Experiencing the adrenaline rush of the jump and celebrating the accomplishment together is unparalleled. People who have skydived are the only ones who truly know what human flight is like. Imagine having this awesome, eye-opening, and (dare we say) euphoric experience and then not being able to relate to anyone about it. Bummer! This is where your best pals come into play. Being there for each other after the jump is just as important as supporting one another before and during. Post-jump hugs with the special people in your life are one of those moments you think, “Yep, this is a core memory.”
3. Team building.
Skydiving for team building is the antithesis of boring, awkward bonding exercises – it’s the ultimate unifying activity! It pushes everyone out of their comfort zone and enhances trust and communication among team members.
4. Money saver.
Group skydiving comes with fantastic discounts, making it the most budget-friendly way to take the leap. It’s a win-win – you keep money in your pocket and your pals in the mix. If you are on the fence about getting skydiving video, let the money you save with a group skydiving package be the deciding factor – it is absolutely worth it!
Group Skydiving Deals
A group skydiving discount is the perfect incentive to get your best pals to take the leap with you. Our group packages start at five people – when you book as a group of five or more, you save big time! Give us a call for special rates if you’re bringing 10 people or more, including a FREE jump for the group organizer!
What About Photos With My Group?
Capturing every moment of your jump is what we do. Group or couple skydiving photos and videos are still possible even if you aren’t actually jumping at the exact same time! Our videographers are professionals who are passionate about capturing every second of your day – from gearing up to landing. This includes pre-jump interviews and the plane ride up, all of which are generally done alongside one another, depending on the size of your group. Want to make sure a high-five with your best mate or pre-jump kiss is captured on video? We got you!
Can I Ever Freefall With Friends?
Once you gain your solo skydiving license – yep, we have classes for that – you’ll be able to jump with your friends, learn new skills alongside your mentors, literally hold hands with your friends in the sky, and eventually learn to instruct others.
What is the World Record for Group Skydiving?
This question is about a skydiving discipline called formation skydiving! Formation skydiving (commonly called FS) is when skydivers create formations in the freefall portion of the skydive by linking together in predetermined patterns. The current world record for largest formation skydive is 400 people and was set in 2006 – WILD! Tandem pairs can’t hold hands in freefall, but this is all the rage when you get your solo skydiving license!
Whether you’re looking to share the joy with close friends or a large group, skydiving offers unforgettable experiences that strengthens bonds and creates lasting memories. Book your group jump TODAY! Blue skies!