The Experience
For adrenaline lovers, the 15,000ft Tandem Skydive is the ultimate challenge.
After a brief 20-minute instruction, you'll be harnessed to an experienced instructor, ready to jump from the highest altitude allowed for skydiving in the UK. Experience the rush of a one-minute freefall, reaching speeds of 120 mph, followed by a serene 5-minute canopy ride with stunning views of the Lincolnshire Wolds.
What to Expect:
- Tandem Skydiving Explained: This experience allows you to enjoy freefall without extensive training. You’ll be securely attached to a fully qualified instructor who handles the parachute and landing.
- Why Choose Tandem Skydiving? It's perfect for beginners, requiring only a short briefing.
- Requirements: Suitable for ages 16+ and weight up to 95 kg. A £15 surcharge applies for participants over 95 kg, with a maximum weight of 100 kg.
- Duration: Expect a total visit time of 3-6 hours, depending on conditions. We aim to keep waiting times minimal, but please allow the whole day for your adventure.
Course Details:
- Register upon arrival and join a group briefing led by your instructor.
- Get kitted in a jumpsuit, harness, headgear and goggles before boarding the aircraft.
- Enjoy breath-taking views as you ascend to 15,000ft.
- Experience an adrenaline-pumping freefall followed by a smooth canopy ride back to the drop zone.
- Receive a Tandem Jump certificate to commemorate your bravery.
- Optional video and photo packages available for capturing every thrilling moment.
Please Note: Dogs are not allowed on the airfield (except for guide dogs). Weather conditions may cause delays, so plan your day accordingly.
Vital Information
The minimum age is 16, with parental consent for age 16-17. There is no upper age limit for tandem skydiving, subject to health, however if you are over 70 please call us to book in.
Aged 16 – 17: A parental / legal guardians signature of consent is required on 2 forms (Skydive Hibaldstow membership form/waiver, the British Skydiving Tandem student declaration of medical form 115A.) which will be provided upon booking.
Aged 70 & above: Anybody aged 70 or over will be required to attend an assessment with one of our instructors. This is to make sure you fulfil the requirements to jump.
The maximum weight for tandem skydiving at Hibaldstow is 95kg fully clothed. However, if you are between 95kg and 100kg, you can still skydive, but there will be an additional cost of £15. This is due to the wear and tear on the equipment. We will not accept anyone over 100kg (fully clothed) under any circumstances.
The minimum weight is 44kg and minimum height 4ft11.
Those who have a height and/or weight under this will require a harness fitting assessment before being approved. This can be in advance, or you can arrive 15 minutes early on the day.
There is no upper height limit, as yet we have been able to accommodate taller customers, but we advise that anyone over 6ft5 will need to fit comfortably in the harness
The Weather
Skydiving is a weather dependant sport and we cannot guarantee that conditions will be suitable for parachuting every day.
On some occasions rain, heavy low cloud or strong winds can prohibit jumping. If you are unable to skydive then we are happy to re-arrange it for a mutually convenient date and you have 12 months from your first visit to the parachute centre to jump at no additional cost.
Session Length
The ground training takes up most of the day. Ideally the student will complete their first skydive on the same day, however this is not always possible due to adverse weather conditions, perhaps the student is tired or perhaps there is simply not enough daylight as the actual length of the course will depend on the size and ability of a class.
Numbers
This voucher is valid for one person to enjoy the experience but you will share the training with up to 12 people.
Spectators
Spectators are welcome, however dogs are not permitted on the airfield as we are located on active farmland. Please do not bring your dogs to the centre or leave them in your cars.
Many of our skydiving customers bring their families and friends along to watch. If you have young children, they must be supervised at all times. There is a cafe onsite serving hot and cold food and drinks daily from 8am.
What To Wear
We provide you with goggles, headgear and a jumpsuit to go over your clothes for your first skydive. It is advisable to wear loose fitting comfortable clothes, and layers are advisable as you can always add or remove them.
Flat soled shoes or trainers should be worn. Slip-on shoes, heels and boots with eyelet hooks are not suitable.
Availability
Your voucher allows you to book your 15,000 ft tandem skydive at any time, either during the week or at the weekend. Open Wednesday to Sunday and all Bank Holidays. In the Summer months of June – August, we are open 7 days a week.
Location
Hibaldstow, North Lincolnshire
