Courses – Frequently Asked Questions
Are there any limitations?
There is a minimum age limit of 14 years, with parent/guardian consent.
There is a maximum weight limit of 100 kgs.
Safety Conditions apply.
It is advisable that you be of good general health.
Please call the drop zone for more information.
Is it safe?
Ramblers Instructors are among the most experienced in the country, certified
by the Australian Parachute Federation. Ramblers student parachute equipment
is state of the art and all reserve parachutes are fitted with a ‘Cypres’
automatic activation device for maximum safety.
Ramblers is the ONLY operation in Queensland which employs a full-time parachute
equipment Rigger thus ensuring that you will be jumping with the best maintained
parachute equipment available!
When will I jump?
Ramblers Drop Zone at Toogoolawah is open 7 days a week for your jumping convenience.
Ramblers have four full time Instructors and video camera flyers on-site. Stage
1 training and jumps are generally held every Saturday, Monday and Wednesday
commencing 9am. Other days are available on request. Stage 1 is all-day training
with the jump in the afternoon. Stages 2 – 9 involve pre-jump training
up to 2 hours for each stage, plus the jump and also post-jump debrief. It is
possible to make up to three course jumps in a day, weather and jumping conditions
permitting.
How long does the course take to complete?
You can progress through the course as fast or as slow as you wish, however
it is preferred and strongly advised that you jump regularly to keep ‘current’.
Ramblers have a variety of package deals to suit your time and financial requirements.
If you wish, you can complete the entire course in 4 days, and even achieve
your ‘A’ Licence in less than 1 week (weather permitting).
Is there accommodation?
There is bunkhouse style accommodation for all jumpers - bring your sleeping
bag and pillow. Motel style accommodation is also available at $45 per night.
There are also plenty of camping areas (no charge) and powered sites are available
for campers and caravans.
What do I wear?
All skydiving equipment including jumpsuit, helmet and goggles is supplied.
You may jump in whatever you feel comfortable in ie. jeans and a jumper in winter,
shorts and a t-shirt in summer. It is essential that you wear good running shoes
– please don’t wear the kind of hiking boots with open hooks for
the laces.
Can I jump with prescription glasses?
Ramblers have goggles that fit over glasses, and contact lenses
are fine. Please ensure that you tell your Instructor if you wear
contacts.
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