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5May

How do I reverse launch

Want some revesion tips on how to reverse launch a paraglider - watch our video

5May

How do I choose the right paraglider?

It's not really like going snowboarding for the first time, paragliding experience and flying hours takes time. So don't rush it or get too ambitious. You need to ask yourself what type of flying you aim to be doing.

1Jan

New Cp Plus mentor program for new pilots for 2017

 The course will also be tailored to fit in with the BHPAs new  Development Program

28Jul

How do I learn to fly paragliders?

A common enough question, all Uk paragliding training and tuition should really follow the same BHPA syllabus but is sometimes fudged or quickened to encourage an equipment sale or bodged due to poor kit and a sound knowledge and training base. In truth all tuition around the world is the same , its just the way its safely delivered.

Training is often divided into two courses, the first part of  a BHPA EP or Elementary paragliding course runs four or five days. The second course, the Club pilot (Cp) course is generally 4 - 6 days in length.

20Jul

How do I get into Hike and fly paragliding

Once you've got your Bhpa novice Club pilot licence or equivalent then you need to choose the right gear and take some sensible steps