Skydive Latvia
AFF TRAINING
AFF TRAINING
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AFF (Accelerated Free Fall) - Accelerated Freefall Training
Become a certified skydiver in 8 jumps!
The AFF course is the most modern and effective method to learn independent jumps with a parachute. Skydive Latvia offers professional skydiving training according to USPA (United States Parachute Association) and FAI (Fédération Aéronautique Internationale) standards - the only ones in the Baltic States!
Course Structure and Content
Theoretical training (Ground School):
- 4-6 hour intensive theory course
- Safety procedures and equipment use
- Freefall technique basics
- Canopy control principles
- Emergency situation procedures
- Price: €40 (theory course registration)
Practical training - 8 level program:
- Levels A, B, C - jumps with 2 instructors
- Levels D-H - jumps with 1 instructor
- Each jump from 4000m altitude
- 60 seconds of freefall
- Personalized approach for each student
Important Information
What's included in the course price:
- 8 AFF level jumps (one attempt for each level)
- All necessary equipment
- Instructor accompaniment and training
- Theory course
What's NOT included:
- Repeat jumps in case of unsuccessful level (repeat jumps)
- Medical certificate
Requirements for students:
- Minimum age: 18 years
- Mandatory medical certificate from family doctor or sports doctor
- Weight limit: up to 100kg
Certification
Upon successfully completing the AFF course, you will receive:
- Certificate for independent solo jumps
- FAI (internationally recognized) license
- Upon request - additional USPA license (for additional fee)
Note: AFF course completion gives the right to perform independent jumps, but it is NOT an "A" category license. To obtain an "A" license, additional jumps and requirement fulfillment are needed.
Course Process
- Registration for theory course (€40)
- Medical certificate submission
- 4-6 hour theory training (in groups of 4-5 people)
- Practical jump execution (maximum 2-3 jumps per day)
- Video analysis (after each jump)
- Certification after successful completion of all 8 levels
Repeat jumps: If a student doesn't fulfill level requirements, a repeat jump will be necessary for additional fee.
Why choose Skydive Latvia? ✓ The only ones in the Baltics with USPA/FAI certified instructors ✓ Experienced instructors with 2000+ jumps ✓ Modern Pilatus Porter PC6 aircraft ✓ 4000m jump altitude - maximum freefall time ✓ Video analysis for more effective training ✓ Individual approach for each student

AFF INSTRUCTORS
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Sergejs Plotnikovs
– AFF instructor. Tandem instructor. Wind tunnel instructor. 20 years in the sport. More than 2000 jumps.
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Reinis Rutentals
– AFF instructor. Tandem instructor. Wind tunnel instructor. 23 years in the sport. More than 2000 jumps.
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Gennady Urbans
– AFF instructor. Coach. Tandem instructor. 25 years in the sport. More than 2500 jumps.
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Arthur Lalovs
– AFF instructor. Coach. Wind tunnel instructor. 7 years in the sport. More than 1200 jumps.
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Alexei Smirnov
– AFF instructor. Coach. Tandem instructor. 20 years in the sport. More than 1500 jumps.