{"id":21307,"date":"2021-06-23T08:47:17","date_gmt":"2021-06-23T12:47:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/skydiveperris.flywheelsites.com\/?p=21307"},"modified":"2025-07-15T10:13:51","modified_gmt":"2025-07-15T17:13:51","slug":"prepare-practice-tandem-skydiving","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/skydiveperris.com\/blog\/prepare-practice-tandem-skydiving\/","title":{"rendered":"How to prepare and practice for tandem skydiving"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/skydiveperris.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/clarity-bump-adrenalin-freefall-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25430\" srcset=\"https:\/\/skydiveperris.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/clarity-bump-adrenalin-freefall-3.jpg 1440w, https:\/\/skydiveperris.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/clarity-bump-adrenalin-freefall-3-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/skydiveperris.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/clarity-bump-adrenalin-freefall-3-1280x853.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/skydiveperris.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/clarity-bump-adrenalin-freefall-3-1120x747.jpg 1120w, https:\/\/skydiveperris.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/clarity-bump-adrenalin-freefall-3-960x640.jpg 960w, https:\/\/skydiveperris.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/clarity-bump-adrenalin-freefall-3-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/skydiveperris.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/clarity-bump-adrenalin-freefall-3-480x320.jpg 480w, https:\/\/skydiveperris.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/clarity-bump-adrenalin-freefall-3-320x213.jpg 320w, https:\/\/skydiveperris.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/clarity-bump-adrenalin-freefall-3-240x160.jpg 240w, https:\/\/skydiveperris.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/clarity-bump-adrenalin-freefall-3-160x107.jpg 160w, https:\/\/skydiveperris.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/clarity-bump-adrenalin-freefall-3-80x53.jpg 80w, https:\/\/skydiveperris.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/clarity-bump-adrenalin-freefall-3-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/skydiveperris.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/clarity-bump-adrenalin-freefall-3-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/skydiveperris.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/clarity-bump-adrenalin-freefall-3-120x80.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wondering how you can ever possibly prepare to make the leap from a skydiving plane in the middle of a flight? We like to break things down to make them a bit more digestible and bet that we can get you ready to go in no time.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, let\u2019s take a look at how to prepare for skydiving in three stages.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Preparing for your skydive jump, at home<br><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That\u2019s right: You can begin your journey of skydiving preparation right from the comfort of your couch, and all you\u2019ll need is a semi-reliable internet connection. This is how to prepare to skydive at home:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do Your Research<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to skydiving, you might not want to settle for the first skydiving center you discover. While every skydiving center may provide the same service (skydiving), each skydiving center will have a certain vibe, a level of dedication to safety, and a particular caliber of instructor. Before making your decision, visit the skydiving center\u2019s website, check out their reviews on Google and Facebook, and give them a call. Doing a little pre-jump research can help you get a feel for the facility before you make your reservation. And when it comes to prices, always ask yourself: is jumping out of an airplane really the activity where you want to go to the cheapest place?&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Check the FAQs&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taking the time to read through the <a href=\"https:\/\/skydiveperris.com\/skydiving\/tandem\/faqs\/\">skydiving center\u2019s frequently asked questions<\/a> will also prove useful as you prepare to skydive. Many times, the FAQs will help you set your expectations and will often cover the basics regarding skydiving requirements like age and weight, as well as other general skydiving inquiries you might have.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Practice the Skydiving Arch<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <a href=\"\/blog\/exploring-the-wind-tunnel-arch\/\">skydiving arch<\/a> is a fundamental skill that all beginner skydivers must learn. As you exit the aircraft, this is the position you will take to help ensure a stable, safe, and fun freefall experience. For the arch, you will press your pelvis and hips forward and down creating an arch in your low back. As you do this, you will also keep your head and chin titled gently upwards. To help prevent undue stress from being placed upon the low back, it is important to engage the glutes as you arch. As a bit of skydiving practice, lay with your stomach on the ground. Take a pillow and place it beneath your hips\/ pelvis. Then, take a breath and lift your head, shoulders, and legs off the ground. Hold this position for 10-15 seconds. Relax and repeat.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Get Plenty of Sleep<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s going to seem counterintuitive to catch some sleep while your mind is racing the night before your first skydive, but trust us. A good night\u2019s sleep is a fundamental part of mentally preparing to skydive. Give yourself plenty of time to wind down the night before your skydive: make some hot tea, tuck yourself in early, play some soothing music, or do all three. The point is to set yourself up for success the day of your skydive by taking care of yourself the night before your skydive.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to do on the morning of your jump<br><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When the day finally arrives, it may feel like the pressure is on. This is how you can prepare physically and mentally for skydiving on the morning of your jump.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Eat A Healthy Light Breakfast&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You should never forgo eating before a skydive. When mixed with an empty stomach, the subsequent adrenaline rush leaves many feeling queasy. Instead of skipping the most important meal of the day, prepare a light breakfast at home or arrive for your jump early enough to catch breakfast at the <a href=\"https:\/\/skydiveperris.com\/other\/bombshelter-bar-grill\">Bombshelter Restaurant and Bar<\/a>. In case there are weather delays, it may also benefit you to pack a few of your favorite snacks to bring with you. However, there\u2019s no need to fret if you forget, the Bombshelter Restaurant and Bar also has plenty of delicious snack options and light lunch fare.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Visualize<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As far as how to mentally prepare for skydiving is concerned, one of the most underrated but undeniably effective tools is visualization. Utilized by professional athletes around the world, the practice itself is fairly simple. For skydiving, mentally walk yourself through the process and picture yourself at each juncture of the experience: gearing up, boarding the aircraft, exiting the plane, freefall, canopy flight, and landing. Set an intention for how you\u2019ll respond to each step. The trick is to mentally process through it while maintaining a calm and relaxed state. When it comes time for the jump, you\u2019ll know it\u2019s nothing you can\u2019t handle because mentally, you\u2019ve already done it!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">En Route to Skydive Perris<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pick the Perfect Tunes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We all have those songs that get us feeling just right. As you travel to the dropzone, crank the music and dance off those nervous jitters! 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