The initial course is designed to teach paragliding from the very beginning. It lasts seven days, during which the beginner learns the initial theoretical knowledge of flight and the skills of controlling the paraglider.
In the course program, I learned the fundamentals of aerodynamics, how to construct a paraglider, ground preparation, approach, and controlled high-altitude flights.
Stages of the beginner training course
Ground handling
The task is being fulfilled, during which the skills of starting and controlling the wing on the ground are accumulated. Classes are held on grass fields. The beginner learns to fill, lift, run, control, brake and lay the wing on the ground.
Flying up
Classes take place on a high-mountainous plateau. Small flights up begin with gentle slopes and insignificant height in a rectilinear direction. As the student succeeds, he rises higher for a longer flight, working out the appropriate exercises for control and approach.
Flights from high-altitude start
In long flights, the technique of controlling paragliders, the calculation of the landing site, the construction of the glide path, the approach to landing, and landing.
All stages of preparation take place in a close relationship with the instructor. In flights, the instructor makes continuous eye contact and monitors the aircraft constantly via radio.