Frequently Asked Questions

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How long will it take to make my first jump?
Plan for a 1/2 day, but be prepared to spend the whole day in the event of bad weather.
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How old do I have to be?
You must be at least 18 years of age with a current photo ID.  There are no exceptions to this rule.
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What do I need to wear?
Comfortable clothing for temperatures and gym shoes.  Sandals & Tevas are fine to wear during the day, but bring gym shoes for your jump.
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Can I get pictures of my skydive?
Yes, capture your experience of a lifetime with a professionally produced DVD and digital pictures, available at an additional charge.
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What will the skydive feel like?
The sensation of freefall is more like flying than falling.  The parachute flight is quiet and inspiring.
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What kind of parachute will we use?
The parachutes used are specially designed, large Tandem "ram-airs".  A "ram-air" is a high-technology square parachute, as opposed to the old-style round parachutes.
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What happens if the parachute doesn’t open?
You get your money back.  Only kidding... in the very unlikely event that the main parachute doesn’t open properly, there is a reserve parachute in the top of the container which has been inspected and packed by an FAA certified parachute rigger.  All of our reserve parachutes are equipped with the most reliable and modern computerized AADs (Automatic Activation Device) available, the CYPRES.  Ogden Skydiving Center utilizes this system for your safety.
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How long does the skydive last?
1 minute of freefall and 5 to 7 minutes under the parachute.
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Isn’t the landing like jumping off a two-story building?
No! If that were the case, there would be no skydiving, because everyone would have broken legs!  In the early days of sport parachuting, landings were sometimes quite hard.  The new "ram-air" parachutes of today allow landings that feel equivalent to hopping off a step stool.
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Will I be Scared?
Maybe, or perhaps maybe not.  It’s human nature to be frightened of the unknown. You will definitely feel a surge of excitement and anticipation before the jump….this is a normal part of the experience.  During the jump itself, you’ll probably feel a thrill that you’ve never experienced before - enjoy it!
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Revised: April 14, 2008