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Choosing A Dropzone

Learn how to choose the right dropzone for your first skydive, from safety standards and reviews to facilities and progression options.

Not sure what people mean by “boogie” or “burble”? Here’s a simple reference to help you understand skydiver talk and feel at home at the DZ.

Learn three breathwork techniques to calm nerves, manage adrenaline, and sharpen focus before every skydive or BASE jump.

Pulling your reserve handle isn’t the end of an emergency, it’s just the beginning.

From beach landings to jet jumps, we’ve got your guide to this year’s holiday boogies.

New to skydiving? Here’s the gear you’ll need, what it is and why it matters, and how to build your setup the smart way.

Paul Doward from Flight-1 talks about landing out, how to plan, and how to stay safe.

The European Skydiving Symposium 2026 heads to Seville for three days of safety, education, and community in the sport.

Luis Prinetto shares practical advice for setting safe, smart exit orders for angle groups on a load.

Yaad Barak of Flight-1 shares how true skydiving safety is built through training, canopy education, and trust.