The Cost Involved in Becoming a Skydiver
Skydiving is more than just a heart-pounding adrenaline rush – it's a welcoming community, a source of lifelong friendships, and an unforgettable experience. And if you're considering taking the plunge, Skydive Orange, located near Washington, DC, Richmond, and Charlottesville, is an ideal place to start.
The Cost of Skydiving at Skydive Orange
The total cost to earn your USPA A skydiving license at Skydive Orange typically ranges from $4,790 to $5,000. This price covers the Accelerated Freefall (AFF) training program, which includes at least 25 jumps to prepare you for solo skydiving. However, additional USPA membership fees are not included in this quoted cost.
Once you're licensed and have your own gear, the price of a jump drops significantly, to approximately $32 per jump. Compared to other adventure sports like SCUBA diving, buying and maintaining a motorcycle, or taking flying lessons, the cost of skydiving is quite comparable.
A Lifelong Adventure Awaits
Earning your A license is just the beginning of a potential lifelong adventure in skydiving. With opportunities for continued skill development and ratings courses, many skydivers go on to explore different disciplines like freeflying, canopy piloting, or wingsuiting, or start working toward roles like videographer, coach, or instructor.
After earning an A license, skydivers can jump with friends, travel to new dropzones, and participate in events, boogies, and competitions. Skydive Orange's team is available to answer questions about the process, pricing, or expectations, and to help potential jumpers take the first step.
A Trusted Name in Skydiving
Skydive Orange is known for its professionalism, safety standards, and encouraging environment. The dropzone offers a full-service rigging loft and gear store to support training. Former students of Skydive Orange, now licensed skydivers, share positive experiences and insights about their journey.
Skydiving training costs can be managed with strategies like paying in cash at Skydive Orange, booking midweek tandem jumps, and camping on-site for free. So, if you're ready to join a community that offers unique benefits, new challenges, and unforgettable experiences, consider taking the leap with Skydive Orange.
- To prepare for solo skydiving, Skydive Orange offers the Accelerated Freefall (AFF) training program, which includes at least 25 jumps.
- The total cost to earn a USPA A skydiving license at Skydive Orange typically ranges from $4,790 to $5,000, a price that covers the training program but excludes USPA membership fees.
- Once licensed and with their own gear, skydivers can enjoy a significant drop in the cost of jumps, down to approximately $32 per jump.
- After earning an A license, skydivers can engage in various disciplines like freeflying, canopy piloting, or wingsuiting, or even pursue roles like videographer, coach, or instructor.
- Skydive Orange's team is available for assistance in understanding the process, pricing, and expectations for potential jumpers.
- The dropzone is renowned for its professionalism, safety standards, and encouraging environment, with a full-service rigging loft and gear store to support training.
