Creating a
combined paragliding training schedule that encompasses P1 P2 and P3 levels is
an ambitious undertaking designed to
take a student from a complete beginner to an intermediate pilot Such a
training schedule needs to be comprehensive gradually building up the students
skills knowledge and confidence Below is a generalized outline of what this
training might look like Note that the actual pace of progression can vary
significantly based on weather conditions the students ability and other
factors
Ground
School and Initial Flights (P1)
Introduction to paragliding equipment basic meteorology, principles of
flight and safety procedures
Ground handling practice to learn how to control the glider on the ground
Continued ground handling, including practice with simulated launches and
landings Introduction to flight theory and more detailed safety protocols
First short flights from a gentle slope under close supervision, focusing
on basic take-off and landing techniques. Debriefs after each flight to discuss
performance and areas for improvement
Debriefs and Feedback: After every flight instructors provide feedback
emphasizing safety decision-making and areas for improvement
Novice
Training and Solo Flights (P2)
· Progression to higher flights,
introduction to more complex flight maneuvers (turns speed control) and further
practice with take-offs and landings in different conditions Emphasis on flight
planning decision-making and understanding weather conditions
Intermediate
Skills and Cross-Country (P3)
· Solo flights under supervision with
tasks to complete during flights to demonstrate proficiency Introduction to
cross-country flight theory and more advanced meteorology Continued emphasis on
safety including simulated emergencies
· Advanced ground handling and
take-off-landing techniques including in
challenging conditions. Introduction to thermal flying ridge soaring and
advanced flight planning for cross-country
. Alpine launch
(forward launch)
. Reverse
launch
. Crosswind
launch
. S turns
. Figure of 8
turns and 360 turns
. Traffic Rules
. Ridge soaring
. Dealing with
pitch and Roll
. Thermaling
. Accelerator
system
. weight
shifting
. Reserve
packing
. Accuracy tips
. Equipment
safety and maintenance classes
Brief knowledge
about x-country and whether assessment
Written and practical tests to
assess knowledge and skills before progressing to the next level Debriefs and
Feedback: After every flight instructors provide feedback emphasizing safety
decision-making and areas for improvement
Club Membership: Paragliding club
to continue flying in a supportive community and environment