FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Operations, Hours & Directions
When do you operate? When are you open?
We jump Friday Afternoon, then Saturday and Sunday, from 9am-9pm, beginning the first weekend of May until the middle of September (weather permitting).
The reservation line and office is open everyday from 9am-9pm.
Weather
How do I know if the weather is OK for jumping?
There are some weather conditions that prevent us from skydiving. Strong winds and low cloud cover are the two most common restrictions.
Weather at the skydive center often differs from other locations and conditions can change rapidly. Forecasts are often incorrect. For these reasons, we recommend you call us as opposed to looking at the forecast or weather conditions at you home.
If you have any concerns on the weather, please call us at 403-845-6676 and we can advise you on the probability of jumping that day.
What if the weather doesn’t allow us to jump on the day of our booking?
If you cannot jump on the day, we will reschedule your jump for another day at no additional charge. If your jump is rescheduled due to weather conditions, your deposit will be applied against the new booking.
Restrictions
Are there age restrictions to do a tandem skydive?
The minimum age is 5 years old (a parent or legal guardian must cosign the waiver and be present on the day of the jump).
Participants that are 16 years and older can sign their own waiver.
There is no maximum age restriction.
We have jumped with people from 5-95 years old.
Are there age restrictions to do a tandem skydive?
The minimum age is 16 years old (a parent or legal guardian must cosign the waiver and be present on the day of the jump).
Participants that are 18 years and older can sign their own waiver.
There is no maximum age restriction.
We have jumped with people from 16-69 years old.
Are there any weight restrictions to do a skydive?
Yes. Only those who are in reasonable physical condition can skydive. Typically, we are not able to jump with men over 265 LB and women over 220 LB.
Individuals that are six feet or taller the max for men 285 LB and 245 LB for Women.
If I have a medical condition can I go skydiving?
It depends on the condition. Most medical conditions do not prohibit you from jumping. Please contact us for further clarification.
Can I have a beer or use cannabis to take the edge off before my jump
Absolutely not. For your safety, and that of our instructors, we have a strict zero tolerance policy for alcohol and drugs.
Pricing & Reservations
Do I need to make a reservation?
Bookings are not mandatory but are strongly recommended.
On weekends during the summer we get very busy so bookings are best to hold your specific date or time. We also recommend making a booking so that we can advise you if there are operational changes or inclement weather which has forced us to close (or close early) for the day.
How far in advance should I book?
Generally, 2 weeks in advance is sufficient lead time.
If you have a specific date and/or time you want to jump, or you’re booking for a weekend in mid-summer, we suggest you book a little earlier in advance to reserve your spot.
That being said, if we’re at full capacity we can book you into our sister location, Alberta Skydive Central, which is located south of Edmonton and does the highest skydives in Western Canada.
How much does skydiving cost?
At Skydive Canada we offer a basic freefall jump from 10,000 feet with about 30-40 seconds of freefall. These jumps are $350/person.
Do you have group rates or specials?
Yes. Skydives start at $350/person at SKYDIVE CANADA
How high do you jump from?
At Skydive Canada, we offer basic freefall jumps from 10,000 feet. That jump altitude provides a 30-40 second, 200 km/h freefall, and a 3-5 minute parachute flight.
Is a deposit required?
We do require a $50 deposit per person in order to secure your booking. Your deposit is held on your account until the day of your skydive and then deducted from the total balance of your jump.
What is your cancellation and refund policy?
We require at least 72 hours of advance notice of your booking in order to make changes or cancel your jump. Changes or cancellations with less than 72 hours of notice will result in forfeiting your deposit.
If weather causes a change or rescheduling of your jump, you will not lose your deposit. It will remain on your account for the day of your new jump.
How does a first jump happen?
Your first jump can be a Tandem Skydive or you can do a SOLO First Jump Course.
What is a SOLO First Jump Course?
A SOLO jump is where you take a 6 hour ground school and then 2 hours of practical training and then you goto 3000′ and hang from the wing of the airplane, and then as soon as you let go the instructor opens your parachute for you.
This means you will be able to jump out of the airplane on your own! You will have the aid of a professional skydive instructor in the plane.
Once you are under parachute you are free to fly! An instructor will be on radio with you for assistance while you fly back to earth.
What is a tandem skydive?
A tandem jump allows you to experience all aspects of skydiving on your very first jump in the safest, fastest, and easiest manner. A tandem jump is the only way you’ll get to experience the exit, freefall, and parachute jump on your first skydive.
A tandem skydive is a jump in which you are attached by a four-point tandem harness to your instructor from inside the aircraft until you’ve safely returned to the ground. Tandem instructors have been specially trained and certified to do this type of jumping, and are extremely experienced, typically with thousands of jumps on their resume.
What if I want to keep skydiving after my first jump?
You probably will because skydiving is awesome! And your first jump is just a very small taste of what is possible for human flight.
We have a very extensive and successful solo license program (Gradual Freefall Program) that you can utilize to get your SOLO License.
Skydiving & Video & Pictures
What should I wear to make my first skydive?
In addition to the skydive harness, we provide jump pants (if desired) and goggles.
Please wear comfortable (close-fitting) clothing that does not prohibit movement and is appropriate for the weather/temperature conditions.
Recommended:
- Hiking/Track/Yoga pants
- Jeans
- Shorts
- Sweats
- T-shirt/Long Sleeve/Hoodie
- Sneakers or runners
Not recommended:
- Flip flops, sandals, high heels or any open toe footwear
- Boots with speed lace hooks (i.e. work boots)
- Any clothing that will restrict your movement
How long should we plan to be there?
You should plan to be at the airport for 1-3 hours provided normal operation conditions. We cannot control the weather, so in the case of weather delays, your total time at the skydiving center maybe longer.
Can I jump with my friend?
Skydive Canada utilizes a small aircraft that takes two skydivers (plus instructors and pilot) per flight. For groups of two, you will be on the same flight as your friend, sitting next to them on the way up to jump altitude. First-time jumpers will exit the aircraft 5-10 seconds apart from each other (so you will not see each other in freefall).
Can I get videos and pictures of my skydive?
Yes! And you should!
Skydive Canada offers great video and picture packages. Be the star of your own HD, professionally shot video, along with a minimum of 40 (typically 60-100) high-resolution pictures documenting your jump. For all of our options, please see our video and picture services.
Can I wear a camera?
Due to safety concerns for yourself, the public, and our instructors you are not able to wear your own camera. There are strict guidelines and criteria set forth by the Canadian Sport Parachuting Association in order to fly with camera equipment. Only trained and licensed skydivers are able to jump with camera equipment.
Don’t worry though, we’ll get your jump recorded. Skydive Canada offers fantastic video and picture packages to capture your jump.
What does skydiving feel like?
Although you will feel 200 km/h wind in your face, freefall provides the sensation of floating rather than falling. It is true human flight! The parachute ride is more tranquil and provides the opportunity to enjoy the scenery and the suspended flight. All that being said, you truly have to try it to understand.
What if I am afraid?
A fear of heights, and jumping from an airplane for the first time, is completely normal. In fact, some very experienced skydivers are still afraid of heights. Jumping from an airplane is very different from standing on the edge of a cliff or building. When you skydive, you do not get the same sense of ground rush because you are so high above the ground that the view changes very slowly, unlike if you jumped from a cliff. The scariest part of the jump is usually at the door, just prior to jumping. Once you exit (we’ll provide the motivation), all of that fear turns into pure euphoria.
Can I bring my pets to the skydive center?
Pets are allowed at the airport but must be kept on a leash at all times
I still have more questions? Is there someone I can talk to about my jump?
Yes, of course. Give us a call us at 403-845-6676 or email us at jump@skydivecanada.ca for any further questions or to help plan your SOLO First Jump Course or Tandem Jump.
