kellymel 0 #1 August 9, 2011 Hello, I am very new to all of this. For my husband's bday I want to take him skydiving. The thing is I see tons of sites but I am not sure which ones are legit. Are there licences, associations, etc I should be looking for when choosing a group for a tandem jump? I'm in Douglasville, GA and there are several near but like I said, I dont want to just pick one not knowing anything about them. Can anyone advise? I would really appreciate your help! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
missbrz 0 #2 August 9, 2011 The Farm in Rockmart. hands down. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Somatic 0 #3 August 9, 2011 Skydive the Farm seconded. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Divalent 142 #4 August 9, 2011 the Farm, fo sho! And this weekend they have a tandem special. http://www.skydivethefarm.com/ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wolfriverjoe 1,523 #5 August 9, 2011 There is a "Dropzone Locator" feature here. The DZs listed are for real. There is a very widespread scam out there called "1-800-Skyride" that sets up websites for DZs that dont exist, and sells gift certificates that can't be redeemed except at a select few places. It's also known as "Thrillplanet" and "Sportations" among other names. If you call a place and they won't tell you where they are until you say where you are calling from, hang up. USPA is the only association in the US. Membership isn't required for a DZ to operate, and there are some very good non-USPA DZs out there. On the flip side, USPA membership doesn't guarantee a great operation. In the Atlanta area, the Farm is the one I've heard the best recommendations for. There are a number of "Farm Animals" that post on here, I'm sure you'll hear from them."There are NO situations which do not call for a French Maid outfit." Lucky McSwervy "~ya don't GET old by being weak & stupid!" - Airtwardo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jumpsalot-2 3 #6 August 10, 2011 Skydive the Farm..... I see a trend happening in this thread....... Life is short ... jump often. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The_Don 0 #7 August 10, 2011 The Farm is your best bet from where you are located. Avoid the "OTHER" dropzone that is near there.I am NOT being loud. I'm being enthusiastic! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymama 37 #8 August 10, 2011 Welcome to the forums! She is Da Man, and you better not mess with Da Man, because she will lay some keepdown on you faster than, well, really fast. ~Billvon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kellymel 0 #9 August 10, 2011 Saftey is number one! im a little scared because I read about some accidents that recently happened... but they werent tandem so any input on that? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymama 37 #10 August 10, 2011 Most of the incidents that happen in skydiving today are related to jumpers who are pushing the limits with their canopies, doing things beyond their skill level or just plain being stupid. The incident rate with tandems is very low as compared to sport jumping. I believe the owner and tandem staff at The Farm are concerned about safety and will do everything they can to make sure your husband has a fun and incident free jump. That being said, there's always a chance of something going wrong in this sport. It's up to you and your husband to decide if you are comfortable with that level of risk, but I say go for it. She is Da Man, and you better not mess with Da Man, because she will lay some keepdown on you faster than, well, really fast. ~Billvon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Divalent 142 #11 August 10, 2011 If you want to be extra a cautious, pick a day where the weather is forecast to be sunny and relatively calm. And arrive early in the am. Winds are usually lighter in the morning, and the pop up t-storms that would cause a weather hold generally are happening in the mid to late afternoon. If you arrive late, you might find yourselves in line behind many others, and might have further delays if rain passes through. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kellymel 0 #12 August 10, 2011 yeah i was thinking morning would be the best anyways more peaceful. but they should have good judgment with the winds right? i was reading about the other dz in the area and yeah kind of surprised that would happen.. http://www.ajc.com/news/skydivers-injured-in-cedartown-989713.html Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
popsjumper 2 #13 August 11, 2011 So when are going to be here? Always call before you leave. Hans will let you know if the weather is good for jumping or not. 404-295-5000 The word we hear most often after the jump? "AWESOME! Just be warned....there is a major danger with doing your first skydive. I'll let the cat out of the bag. The danger is.... You'll like it so much you'll want to do it every day and *poof!" there goes your house payment, your car payment, your bank account and your sanity. Welcome to The Farm, eh? My reality and yours are quite different. I think we're all Bozos on this bus. Falcon5232, SCS8170, SCSA353, POPS9398, DS239 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kellymel 0 #14 August 11, 2011 well my birthday is 9/9, my husbands 9/14 his best friends 9/7 and 9/12 so we are looking at going september 10th-thinking in the am. Most people our age are popping out kids and we just want to jump out of a plane, safley of course Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
popsjumper 2 #15 August 11, 2011 Quote well my birthday is 9/9, my husbands 9/14 his best friends 9/7 and 9/12 so we are looking at going september 10th-thinking in the am. Most people our age are popping out kids and we just want to jump out of a plane, safley of course You're off to a great start. Planes have popped out nearly as many baby jumpers. My reality and yours are quite different. I think we're all Bozos on this bus. Falcon5232, SCS8170, SCSA353, POPS9398, DS239 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
