Leaps of Hope: Healing Through Skydiving
How skydiving can transform the body’s response to trauma. A powerful look at fear, healing, and the mission behind Leaps of Hope.
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Author name: Ross Mitchell
Ross Mitchell was born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He currently resides in Salt Lake City, Utah, where he works full-time at Skydive Utah as an Accelerated Freefall Instructor (AFFI) and Tandem Instructor (TI). In addition to his work in skydiving, Ross serves as the President of Leaps of Hope, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting veterans and individuals facing adversity through transformative skydiving experiences. Ross previously served in the United States Marine Corps with 2nd Battalion, 8th Marines as an 0331 Machine Gunner. Following his military service, he returned to Pittsburgh and pursued a career in emergency medicine. He worked for three years as a full-time paramedic, providing critical pre-hospital care in high-pressure environments. Ross also attended the University of Pittsburgh, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Emergency Medicine. His combined experiences in the military, emergency services, and skydiving have shaped his commitment to leadership, service, and helping others push beyond their perceived limits.
