Skydiver Traditions: The Little Rituals That Mean Everything
Skydiving isn’t just about the freefall, the canopy ride, or even the adrenaline rush. It’s also about the community and the traditions that make every jump feel like part of […]
Finding My Place: Stepping Into the Coach Course
When I first signed up for the Coach Course, I’ll be honest—I was nervous. The idea of being evaluated, tested, and stepping into a bigger role in the skydiving community […]
The Undie 100: Celebrating 100 Skydives in Style
Skydiving has its traditions, and one of the most memorable (and hilarious) is the “Undie 100.” For those who don’t know, when a skydiver reaches their 100th jump, it’s tradition […]
Back to Basics: How Izzy Wing’s Canopy Course Felt Like Learning All Over Again
Sometimes, skydiving surprises you—not with the adrenaline, but with how much you still have to learn. I recently took Izzy Wing’s canopy course, and let me tell you… it felt […]
Countdown to the Undie One Hundie: My 100th Jump Is Coming!
There are a lot of milestones in skydiving: first solo jump, first license, first time leading a group, first jump at a new drop zone… but few are as hilariously […]
New Drop Zone Nerves: Why Jumping Somewhere New Is Worth It
Let’s be real: walking into a new drop zone for the first time can be nerve-racking. Even after earning your A or B license, even after dozens (or hundreds) of […]
Don’t Forget to Thank Your Pilot
It’s easy to get caught up in the adrenaline of a great jump—the perfect exit, a smooth dock, or the flawless flare landing you’ve been working on for weeks. We […]
Slow Your Roll: Why Slowing Down in Skydiving Is the Smartest Move You’ll Make
Skydiving is exciting. Let’s just say that up front. The adrenaline, the freedom, the people—it all hits fast and hard. And when you first start, it’s easy to feel like […]
Leveling Up: My Journey to Earning the B License
When I first started my A-license journey, I remember watching the experienced jumpers walk out to the plane with calm confidence and thinking, I can’t wait to be like that […]
April Newsletter: Less Chill, More Jumps
Less cold and longer days mean more tandems. April was great, and May is shaping up to be a good one at the drop zone. Whether you’re working toward your […]