Hi, my name is Augusto, and I’m an addict and a Skydiving Supporting Sobriety group member. Since I found out I have issues controlling the use of alcohol and drugs, my life has changed. I…
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Vertical Training Brazil
Everyone knows that skydiving is a niche sport. However, we can find skydiving enthusiasts everywhere in the world. Even though only a tiny part of the population has the guts to jump off a perfect…
Which Skydiving Gear Do I Use?
From time to time, I like to speak about the skydiving gear I’m using because skydive equipment evolves fast, and more ordinary people are getting into skydiving in our community. But, unfortunately, it was pretty…
Unique Skydiving Experience: Colors of Seychelles Boogie 2022
Skydiving over Seychelles Islands is a dream coming true. Fly Seychelles in collaboration with AirWax, Ewan Cowie, Pete Allum, Omar Alhegelan, Augusto Bartelle, Francesco Drosi, and Gabor Viczko is inviting you to participate in the…
Why GoPro Max is so Good for Debriefings?
I’m not saying that GoPro Hero 10 is not good action camera for a skydiving debrief, but GoPro Max is a very nice tool to have while coaching. We can rotate the camera view in…
First Time At a New Drop Zone?
Are you a newly licensed skydiver who is looking to travel and try out a new drop zone? It can be an experience that makes you feel both excited and nervous! Jumping at a new…
What is the 3-Ring System?
The 3-ring system is a parachute component extensively used by military paratroopers and sport skydivers. It connects the main parachute’s risers to the harness. Most of us have seen and chatted about the 3-ring system…
What is the ToraTora Coaching Workshop?
I don’t know if you have experience as a skydiving coach or load organizer. However, we all want to take the lead once in a while and go on a cruise with friends. I know…
Top 5 Strange Skydive Names
There are a lot of strange traditions and terminology used in skydiving. Many of this sounds super strange to non-skydivers or to jumpers new to the sport. I often laugh, thinking how crazy we must…
Indoor Skydiving Vs Skydiving
As a tunnel instructor, one of the most common questions that I receive is if “indoor skydiving feels the same as real skydiving”? To answer in the simplest way, yes indoor skydiving does feel quiet…