PARAGLIDING

To fly like a bird - this is one of man's ancient desires that has stirred and stimulated the imagination from time immemorial. Paragliding is one of the most beautiful and simplest ways of doing this, and is also available in Bohinj. Experienced instructor pilots take you down to the valley, and they can also teach you the first steps in the wonderful world of flying. Join us!

PROGRAMME:

1. BEGINNERS COURSE

The course consists of a theoretical and practical part and lasts 5 days (15 to 20 lessons), with each participant performing about 20 flights at a height of 30 to 150 metres. The duration of the course is flexible, the intensity of work is adapted to the weather, and also depends on the physical fitness of participants. After going through the programme and passing the final exam, each participant receives a diploma and an L-category pilot certificate. School field: Kobla.

2. TEST COURSE

It is designed for all who wish to get acquainted with paragliding. The course includes 3 to 4 lessons in the school field, and participants get to learn the basics of paragliding and perform 2 to 3 flights, from 20 to 40 metres long.  School field: Kobla.

3. TANDEM FLYING

An instructor pilot takes you safely from one of the summits of Bohinj into the valley. Usual take-off spots: Vogar, Vogel.

DATES: July to August every day, if possible, otherwise at weekends, holidays and by arrangement.

ORGANISERS: Alpinsport, Apartmaji Mavrica, Društvo jadralnih padalcev (Paragliders society) Bohinj, Pac sports