How do I make the most out of my first jump?

[GooniesKid 0]

WintersKnight

I'm already scheduled for my second tandem. I have a feeling it's going to be a wild summer.


I'm usually an anxious person. But I feel so relaxed after this jump, so I think I might give this a try. Totally awesome.

First of all, 'grats for making your first jump. You'll have many firsts but for now you need to buy your instructor a beer. Too many people skimp out on the beer thing these days and we need to reinforce the first rule.

Secondly, why did you book a 2nd tandem? Just curious, why don't you use that money to do your first AFF jump? Do you have large sums of money you like to burn? If so can i have it? If you know it's going to be a busy summer start now, early in the spring season, before it gets really busy. Weather is getting warmer which means more people will dabble in this sport which means more people will most likely be renting gear. So if you know you're going to like it then start now.

It's ok to feel relaxed but don't get too comfortable. You've just done a tandem (which by itself is an accomplishment) but wearing your own rig, being responsible for yourself, being self reliant, flying your own parachute is nothing to get relaxed about. As one member posted to this topic earlier, there is a real danger in this sport that shouldn't be taken lightly or "relaxedly" (if that's a word but you know what you mean).

[Trafficdiver 8]

WintersKnight

I drove out to the DZ this morning, and made my jump--instead of waiting for the weekend.

That, my man, is exactly how you make the most out of your first jump!

The relaxation you are feeling now is the elixir we all chase. Have fun in your journey.

[PiLFy 3]

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I drove out to the DZ this morning, and made my jump

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Where's the Video??