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Online Booking Form
Before completing the on-line application form at
the bottom of the page, **please** read
the following.
Important Fitness/Medical Notes:
You will be required to complete and sign a 'Declaration
of Fitness to Parachute' before training commences (this will be provided
when we confirm your booking).
The minimum age for sport parachuting is 16 years.
For those less than 18 years of age a separate signed letter of consent
from a Parent or Guardian will be required before training commences.
If you are 40 years of age or over, or you have suffered
from any of the following, you must obtain written approval from your
Doctor on the 'Declaration of Fitness to Parachute' form before commencing
training:
Previous fractures, back strain, arthritis and severe
joint sprains. Chronic bronchitis. Asthma. Rheumatic fever. Pneumothorax.
Liver or kidney disease. Thyroid, adrenal or other glandular disorder.
Chronic ear or sinus disease. Any condition which requires the regular
use of drugs. Anaemia. Recent blood donation.
N.B: Some applicants who are excluded using the
above criteria may still be fit to make a Tandem Skydive - please phone
or e-mail us for details
No person over the age of 55 years will normally be accepted for novice parachute training,
other than for Tandem Skydives, where high ages may be acceptable.
You will not be allowed to undertake parachute training
if you have ever suffered from any of the following medical conditions,
unless you and your Doctor have obtained the prior approval of the Medical
Advisor to the British Parachute Association (who may be contacted via
the address on the 'Declaration of Fitness' form which is available
from us):
Epilepsy, fits, severe head injury, recurrent blackouts
or giddiness, disease of the brain or nervous system, high blood pressure,
heart or lung disease, recurrent weakness or dislocation of any limb,
diabetes, mental illness, drug or alcohol addiction.
Important Weight Limitations
Your weight (fully clothed) is a consideration when
selecting your course. Please note the maximum weights shown for each
course. Also, you should not be significantly overweight for your height.
Be sure to read the medical/fitness notes provided with the Application.
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You will NOT be accepted for:
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If you weigh more than:
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a Tandem Skydive
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15 stones (95Kg)
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the Basic Skydiving Course
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16 stones (102Kg)
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the Accelerated Freefall
Course
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16 stones (102Kg)
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Your weight will be checked
on the day of your course. If in doubt, please telephone us on 01949
860878 to discuss your needs before booking your course.
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Please ensure you have read and understood the above
information and are sure you are eligible to undertake a course before
completing and submitting your form:
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