Become a
Skydiver
Your dream of flying solo is closer than you think. No experience needed, just the courage to take the first step.
Anyone Can
Learn to Fly
You don't need to be an athlete. You don't need to be fearless. You just need the decision.
Every skydiver you see in the sky was once standing where you are now: curious, excited, maybe a little nervous. That's exactly how it should feel.
The AFF course is designed for complete beginners. Our instructors hold your harness on the first jump. They guide you through every second. By jump 8, you're flying solo, and your life will never feel the same.
If you can walk up a flight of stairs, you can learn to skydive. Age, fitness level, profession: none of it matters. What matters is that you show up.
What experienced skydivers say to those considering AFF
What Is AFF?
AFF (Accelerated Freefall) is the world's most advanced and efficient way to learn to skydive solo. It's the same program used worldwide, from the USA to Spain to Australia.
Unlike tandem jumps where you're a passenger, AFF puts you in control from day one. You jump with your own parachute, learn to control your body at 200 km/h, deploy your canopy, and navigate to a safe landing.
Your instructors jump alongside you, holding your harness on early jumps, then gradually letting go. After 8 jumps you are cleared for solo skydives.
Myths That Stop People
From Flying
Reality: If you can walk up stairs and weigh under 100 kg, you're ready. Skydiving is about technique, not muscle. Our students are aged 18 to over 50.
Reality: Most skydivers describe the feeling as peace, freedom, and flow. The freefall is surprisingly calm: the world goes silent and you feel completely alive.
Reality: With AFF, you can complete the full course in as little as one week during an intensive camp. In Latvia, most students finish within a few weekends.
Reality: Statistically, modern skydiving is safer than motocross, horse riding, and many other popular sports disciplines. Today's equipment includes automatic activation devices (AADs), reserve parachutes, and multiple redundant safety systems. Our instructors have 2,000-3,000+ jumps each and follow strict international safety protocols. Skydiving technology has advanced enormously: it's one of the most regulated and safety-conscious sports in the world.
Reality: According to our statistics, around 50% of our AFF students are female. Skydiving is not about physical strength. It's about technique, awareness, and decision-making. Women excel in AFF just as much as men, and some of the world's best skydivers are women.
Reality: Every single skydiver was scared before their first jump. Fear is normal: it's the starting line, not the finish line.
How Skydiving
Changes Your Life
When you've jumped from 4,000 m, job interviews and tough conversations feel manageable. The confidence is real and permanent.
Skydivers all over the world are one big family. Spain, Dubai, Australia: you will be welcomed as one of their own.
In freefall, there are no emails, no worries. Just you, the sky, and 60 seconds of absolute flow state.
Every jump pushes your comfort zone. AFF teaches that fear is not a wall, it's a door.
What you learn in AFF stays with you for life. Jump solo and grow into new disciplines.
The rush after your first solo exit. The sunset from 4 km up that nobody else will see. These moments stay forever.
From Held to Flying Solo
How the AFF Course Works
A structured 8-level program from complete beginner to solo skydives. Every jump from 4,000 m with 60 seconds of freefall.
Ground School: Theory
A 4-6 hour intensive course covers equipment, stable arch position, altitude awareness, canopy control, emergency procedures, and landing.
First Jumps: Two Instructors
Two instructors exit with you, holding your harness. You learn stability, altitude checks, and parachute deployment.
Level B: Practice pulls, one instructor releases.
Level C: Solo stability: both instructors release. You fly and deploy alone.
Advanced Skills: One Instructor
You learn turns, tracking, instability recovery, and independent navigation with one instructor.
Cleared for Solo: You Are a Skydiver
You are cleared for solo skydives.
60 Seconds of Pure Freedom
AFF Course Pricing
Theory training: see if it's for you.
Try before committing to the full course.
The complete path to solo skydives.
Requirements: Min. age 18 · Medical certificate from doctor confirming fitness for skydiving · Under 100 kg
2027 AFF Schedule
☀️ Format: a full week of AFF training under the Spanish sun, all inclusive.
📄 Full details: Spain camp page
🎟️ Registration: reserve your spot online
🔥 AFF training: May 6 to 9 (Thursday to Sunday)
🔄 Continuation: If you don't graduate during the group days, we continue individually every weekend until you finish your AFF.
🔥 AFF week: June 17 to 20 (Thursday to Sunday)
🔄 Continuation: If you don't graduate during the group days, we continue individually every weekend until you finish your AFF.
2. After completing theory, choose your next step: First 3 Levels (€939) or Full Course (€1,990).
3. Once booked, our team will contact you with all the details.
Questions? Contact us or write to info@skydive.lv
You're Joining
a Community.
The legendary aircraft. 5,500m+ altitude. Used worldwide.
Our instructors are certified by both USPA and FAI.
April-October, Friday-Sunday.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need prior experience?
No. AFF is for complete beginners. Ground school teaches everything. Tandem is not required.
What if I fail a level?
Completely normal: most repeat 1-2 levels. Repeat jumps available at additional cost.
How long does the course take?
As little as 3-5 days in ideal conditions. In Latvia, most finish over 2-4 weekends.
Physical requirements?
You must be at least 18 years old, weigh under 100 kg, and have a medical certificate from a doctor confirming you are medically fit for skydiving. No special athletic ability or fitness level is required: AFF is about technique, not strength.
What happens after the course?
You are cleared for solo skydives. Later you can also jump in a group with other skydivers: for that you need the international A license, earned with additional training after AFF.
What equipment to bring?
Nothing, all equipment is included. Wear comfortable clothes and ankle-covering shoes.
Can I jump if scared of heights?
Yes! At 4,000 m the brain processes it differently. It feels like floating, not falling.
Available languages?
English, Latvian, Russian, and French.
Stop Dreaming.
Start Flying.
Every skydiver was once where you are now. They just decided to go for it.
Questions? info@skydive.lv · FAQ
AFF INSTRUCTORS
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Sergio Plotnikov
AFF instructor. Tandem instructor. Wind tunnel instructor. 25 years in the sport. More than 3000 jumps.
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Reinis Rutentals
AFF instructor. Tandem instructor. Wind tunnel instructor. 25 years in the sport. More than 3000 jumps.
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Gennady Urbans
AFF instructor. Coach. Tandem instructor. 35 years in the sport. More than 3800 jumps.
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Arthur Lalovs
AFF instructor. Coach. Tandem instructor. Wind tunnel instructor. 15 years in the sport. More than 2000 jumps.
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Alexei Smirnov
AFF instructor. Coach. Tandem instructor. 25 years in the sport. More than 2500 jumps.
