Need4Speed 0 #1 April 21, 2007 As the title states. Where is the best place to take the AFF here in the state of Oklahoma? Thanks N4S Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
countzero 7 #2 April 21, 2007 according to the DZ data base on here, there are only 3 that have AFF training. so you may be limited by proximity. in the end it's your decision but i'd suggest you contact the DZs that offer AFF and ask lots of questions, better yet go out and visit them. they'll be more than glad to discuss thier training programs with you. blue skies and good luck.diamonds are a dawgs best friend Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Need4Speed 0 #3 April 21, 2007 What do you suggest I ask them? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
strop45 0 #4 April 21, 2007 Quote What do you suggest I ask them?Anything you don't already know!!! - What it costs? How they structure training? When can you do it? Have they any info you can look at (websites are a good start)? How many AFF students do they train each year? How many at present? What sort of gear do they use? How old is it? How many instructors are there on staff? The questions aren't as important as the answers and the way they are delivered. Basically you are trying to get a feel for whether or not you will like the place and how effective and safe their training is going to be. I would suggest that a tandem skydive is probably a good way to get an introduction to the DZ. As a minimum go there one day and just watch what's happening - how friendly, professional and approachable are staff? What's the vibe like? Best plan is just to go out and do it. Blue skies and good luck with AFF.The difference between stupidity and genius is that genius has its limits." -- Albert Einstein Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steveorino 7 #6 April 21, 2007 Come out to Skiatook, OK. We'll take good care of you. www.skydiveairtight.com steveOrino Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jloirsdaan 0 #7 April 22, 2007 Beat me to it. Was gonna say Skiatook and Cushing are the only two that offer AFF and I'd suggest the 1st . Jordan Go Fast, Dock Soft. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skyfox69 0 #8 April 22, 2007 Cushing or Skiatook. Both have good programs and are top notch. Pegasus DZ at Chickasha doesnt have a AFF Instructor. Good luck with the program and remember to have fun. skyfox69 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Eule 0 #9 April 24, 2007 Quote As a minimum go there one day and just watch what's happening - how friendly, professional and approachable are staff? What's the vibe like? I agree with this approach. Before I started jumping I did this (visited both Cushing and Skiatook) and I'm glad I did - it helped me decide where to go. One note - Cushing is having a boogie on May 5 and 6. This means they are having a special aircraft in and will probably be very busy with lots of jumpers. It's not like nobody will be able to answer your questions or show you around, but it'll be a little less hectic on a "regular" weekend. Skiatook is a few miles north of Tulsa, while Cushing is about halfway between Tulsa and OKC. EulePLF does not stand for Please Land on Face. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Superfletch 1 #10 April 26, 2007 Also, depending on where you are located in Oklahoma, Freefall Express Skydiving in Mt. Vernon, MO is a great little DZ and we'd be happy to teach you how to fly. We're located about 25 miles east of Joplin. We do several hundered AFFs a year and we have 7 AFF Instructors on staff to choose from. If you have any questions concerning our program call 800-598-JUMP and ask for Bryan Wolford. http://www.freefallexpress.com Gary "Superfletch" Fletcher D-26145; USPA Coach, IAD/I, AFF/I Videographer/Photographer Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
