RESTRICTIONS
There are some restrictions for our Accelerated Freefall (AFF) solo skydiving course, these are outlined below:
- Min age: 16 with parental consent
- Max age: 54 (BS require training commences before your 55th birthday)
- British Skydiving Fitness form signed by a doctor: If unable to agree to all health statements on 115C then 115D must be signed by Doctor
- Max weight: 15.5st / 100Kg
- Body Mass Index (BMI): Must be within height:weight ratio
Weight
The maximum acceptable weight for solo skydiving is 15.5 stone / 100kg fully clothed. As well as being under this overall weight limit – All students must be within their recommended Body Mass Index (height:weight ratio)
Exceptions can sometimes be made for those with a good level of fitness with a high BMI due to muscle mass, however, assessments are made on an individual basis at the Chief Instructors’ discretion.
Check your own height on the chart here to see the maximum acceptable weight. These figures relate to a Body Mass Index (BMI) of no greater than 27.5.
A reasonable level of fitness is also required.
Age
Age 16 – 17: The minimum age for participating on one of our Accelerated Freefall solo skydiving course is 16. A parental/guardian signature of consent is required on three forms (the centre membership form, the BS Solo Student Declaration of Fitness form 115C and the BS membership agreement) which will be provided upon booking.
Age 18 – 54: You will be required to sign a British Skydiving Solo Student Declaration of fitness form 115-C. Those unable to sign the form due to medical conditions or injuries must bring a copy of 115-D signed and stamped by their doctor instead.
The maximum upper age for solo beginners in the UK as set by British Skydiving is 54 years.
Height
There is no minimum height to participate.
Medical Conditions And Notes
Please bear in mind that the full day of ground training does require students to be able to concentrate in a classroom environment for long periods of time as well as understand and apply basic principles. The written test section of the ground school is designed to highlight any elements that a student may not have fully understood, so that the instructor can re-visit those areas. If you suffer from learning disabilities then please contact us in advance.
We regret that certain medical conditions may prevent you from taking part in a skydive. These include – epilepsy, some cardiovascular and neurological conditions, some forms of diabetes and recurring injuries such as dislocations. A full list with notes can be found on the back of the medical form. You can also contact the parachute centre on 01652 648837 if you have any questions.
You can download a copy of the British Skydiving Solo Student Declaration of Fitness form 115-C (below). If you need a medical form signing as a result of the conditions mentioned in Form 115-C below, then please fill out the following Form 115-D (also below) and get your doctor to sign.
Your Safety
Skydive Hibaldstow is a British Skydiving affiliated dropzone and we demand the highest standards from our instructors and staff. Our primary concern is for your safety and we reserve the right to refuse training to anyone we suspect may be unsuitable.
All students weights and heights are checked on arrival.
Please also note that all solo training is assessed and only students who pass both the theory and practical elements of the ground training will be permitted to make a solo skydive.
