AFF Course
Become a skydiver: the AFF course
The Accelerated Free Fall is the fastest path to jumping solo in complete safety, under the direct supervision of two certified instructors.
The AFF (Accelerated Free Fall) course is the most widely used training method in the world for becoming an independent skydiver. Unlike a tandem jump, from your very first jump you'll wear your own parachute and handle the entire freefall, deployment, and landing sequence, accompanied in the air by two instructors during the first levels. The program is structured across 7 progressive levels, preceded by an intensive theory session, each focused on specific skills: freefall position control, turns, emergency procedures, and independent canopy deployment. At the end of the course you'll receive an internationally recognized license, letting you continue jumping independently at any affiliated dropzone.
Want to know every step to get your licence? Read how to get a skydiving licence
Just want to try freefall once, without a course? A tandem jump is the right choice
How to start the AFF course
- Message us and we'll set the theory day together: the course has no fixed dates and fits around your schedule.
- Before you start, get a sports medical certificate from a sports medicine centre.
- The theory takes about 6 hours, usually on a Friday. The next day you make your first jump.
The course starts from €1,500 and all equipment is included during the course.
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AFF Course: the complete 7-level path to becoming a skydiver
The theory session
Before starting the 7 practical levels of the AFF (Accelerated Free Fall) Course, it's essential to complete an intensive theory session. This session lasts roughly 6 to 8 hours, held in a single day, often on a Friday, so you can move on to the practical jumps the following Saturday. During the theory session you'll cover several topics crucial to your training as a skydiver: aerodynamics basics, emergency procedures, body stabilization and control techniques, altimeter use, and canopy management. This theoretical preparation is essential to make sure you can approach the practical jumps with awareness and safety, understanding the dynamics of flight and standard operating procedures.
Level 1: The First Jump – Your Initiation to Flight
Your skydiving journey begins with the first big step: the jump! You'll do your first in-flight stabilization exercises, practice monitoring your altimeter, and handle the parachute deployment yourself, building instant confidence in your abilities. After deployment, an instructor on the ground will guide you by radio to ensure a controlled, safe landing.
Why Choose the AFF Course with Accademia di Paracadutismo?
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Certified AFF skydivers
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Hours logged by our instructors
Instructors with 20+ years of experience
Our instructors are certified with thousands of jumps under their belt. You'll always have professionals by your side, ready to guide you step by step to full independence in flight.
Personalized, progressive teaching
Every student is different, and our approach is designed to adapt to your learning pace. We work to build confidence and mastery of flight, helping you get through every stage of your training.
A welcoming environment and a passionate community
Joining us means becoming part of a family of enthusiasts who share your same love of flying. After the course, you can keep jumping with us and take your training further.
A clear, certified path for your growth
Our AFF course isn't just an adventure, it's a training path. At the end of the course you'll earn an internationally recognized license, letting you continue your skydiving experience anywhere in the world.
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FAQ
In a tandem jump you are harnessed to an instructor who handles the whole jump: it is an experience you can enjoy once, with no preparation. In the AFF course you learn to skydive on your own: you wear your own parachute, open it yourself and land on your own, with two instructors beside you in the air on the first levels. The tandem is an experience; AFF is the path to becoming a skydiver.
No, it's not required: you can sign up for the AFF course without ever having jumped. But if you're not sure skydiving is for you, a tandem jump is a good way to find out.
The theory takes a single day of 6-8 hours, often on a Friday, so that you can start jumping the following Saturday. The time needed to complete the 7 levels depends on the weather and on how many repeats each level takes, which varies from student to student.
At the end of the AFF course you get an internationally recognised licence that lets you keep skydiving on your own at any affiliated centre, in Italy and abroad.
The minimum age to enroll is 16, with written consent from both parents or legal guardians. For adults there are no particular age restrictions, as long as you're in good physical shape.
Yes, a sports medical checkup is required, which can be done at a sports medicine centre or with a specialized doctor. Its purpose is to rule out heart, neurological, or orthopedic issues that could affect the safety of the jump.
Yes, to take part in the course you need third-party liability insurance. If you don't already have one, you can take it out directly at our facility before starting the course.
The theory lasts around 6 hours and is usually held in a single day, often on a Friday. The next day, after a short recap, you can move on to the practical part and your first jump.
The number of jumps depends on weather conditions and the student's progress. Generally, in the AFF course you can do 3-4 jumps a day, while experienced skydivers can reach 10-12.
No, that's not necessary. All equipment is included during the course.
Absolutely! We'll provide specific protective goggles that you can wear over your glasses or contact lenses, giving you clear vision with no issues during the jump.
Yes, the activity runs all year round, weather permitting. You can't jump in heavy rain, fog, or very strong wind, but the cold is no obstacle! Just dress appropriately.
Our course has no fixed dates, because it adapts to your schedule! Contact us and we'll plan the theory session and jumps based on your availability and the weather.
It's a common question, and the answer is reassuring: every parachute is equipped with a second, reserve parachute. Students are also trained to handle emergencies with specific safety procedures. Our equipment also includes an automatic activation device that triggers deployment if needed.
Starting from
€1,500+
The price covers the full 7-level program, ground school, course materials, and instructor support throughout. No installment quote is available, since the number of repeats per level varies from student to student.
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