live2dive

I agree with Reginald. I was in your shoes 1 week ago. I flew down to Orlando last weekend and had two 15 minute sessions with a coach. Not only can you arch, you get to learn how to improve your arch, if you are a little flat like I was. I even learned what they mean when they tell you to relax. I always just put my arms a little higher and pretended to know what the hell they were talking about. I finally reached that relaxed state in the tunnel and the light came on. The tunnel was worth every penny I spent. I finally passed my D2 jump (level 5) yesterday and I'm confident that I will pass the next two without any problems. I would schedule two 15 minute blocks with the same instructor if possible that way the coach can pick up where he left off.

Congrats! This will have to next years "New Years resolution" for me. Damn Minnesota winters. I should move to Florida.

YES!!! I finally passed.

Well it is nice to hear that other people have had similar problems, especially Reginalds post. As I read the post I couldn't help but laugh because I'm in the same boat. Now I know I won't give up. Thanks for the encouragement, I really needed it.

Ever since my first jump I have been hooked on skydiving. My only problem is that I'm always coming up short on my D2 (Level 5 at most other DZ's) jump. I currently have made 9 AFF jumps. I had to repeat D1 once but I am going on my 5th attempt on trying to pass my D2. I was mainly having problems with my turns, so I flew down to Orlando for two 15 minute sessions with a coach. I feel much better about my turns but I still need to work on getting my legs out more and keeping them from moving around so much. How many jumps does it take the average person to completely pass the AFF course? I feel that if I don't complete my AFF course soon that I should just quit. I feel real passionate about the sport but I feel crappy about how many attempts this is taking me. I guess I'm just wondering how many others have been in the same boat or if I'm the only one. Thanks