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Call: 1-888-850-9995 or 1-519-751-1004 Training with Air Vision Adventures Ltd. Paragliding Introductory Day Course 2010 "Intro Day" Course Outline: The day consists of theoretical instruction and practical tandem flying. This course introduces you to the sport of paragliding. It has been designed for the student that has no previous paragliding or related aviation experience. It’s for those who have the desire to experience the thrill of free flight at the controls of one of aviations newest and most exciting aircraft. (The modern Paraglider) Course Description: We meet at the “tow field” on the morning of your flying day. First the Instructor will discuss the equipment, safety procedures and provide a pre-flight briefing. Next we take you on a demonstration Tandem flight followed by a discussion of the basic theory of flight and how it applies to paragliding. Tandem flight over Woodstock, Ontario The next flight will expose you to the basic control of the paraglider and if conditions permit may include “thermal” soaring flight. Each flight will be followed by a “de-briefing” of the events that took place during the flight and how they relate to the “basics” of flight. If conditions permit the student will have the opportunity to practice “ground handling” on training equipment to further experience canopy control of the Paraglider. All your flights accomplished on this day qualify towards HPAC or USHGA Novice certification. Ready to fly? Call Air Vision Adventures at 519-751-1004 or 1-888-850-9995 to book your flight date. We look forward to flying with you. What's Included? * Approximately 3 hours of instructions (theoretical flight instruction, 2 tandem flights). * The use of all paragliding equipment. Price: $120.00 per person + GST (Groups of 3 or more: $100.00 per person.) click here to watch a winch launch SOL Training Combo Packages NOVA Training Combo Packages Where to find our Woodstock air field (click here) NEW! 2010 Ground School classes (Are you ready?) 230.00 CDN Includes: Text Book & CD and approx. 6 hours of classroom instruction. Pocket Aviation Text & CD "Basic theory of flight" "Safety-briefing" "Reserve Parachute briefing" "Basic Meteorology and Micro-meteorology" Sign-up Form (click here) Air Vision Adventures Ltd. (2010 Beginner's Course) NEW! 2010 Beginner's and NOVICE Course Outlines: Our NEW! Beginner's and Novice courses are designed for those individuals that are seriously committed to familiarizing themselves with the finer points of the sport. The focus of these courses is on developing solid flying techniques. The NEW! Beginners course is taught on "Tandem and trainer Paragliders" from our tow field close to Woodstock, Ontario. We keep our student to instructor ratio low to provide close supervision. All equipment is provided. The Beginner's course includes ground school, canopy control, flight safety, tandem and solo flight instruction and ground handling training.  NEW! Beginner's Course Aim: To get you up in the air safely with your instructor! Included: Instruction through hands on "Tandem" flights and solo flying practice as well as basic theory of flight training. You will complete various tasks during the NEW! Beginner's Course: GROUND SCHOOL: Attend "Safety-briefing" clinic. Attend "Reserve Parachute" clinic. Attend "Meteorology and Micro-meteorology" clinic. HANDS-ON PRACTICE: Learn pre and post-flight routines including pre-flight checks, launch and landing drills. Have a sound understanding of equipment including maintenance. Learn forward launch techniques. Learn to take-off in various wind strengths with and without assistance of an instructor. Learn various reverse launch techniques. Learn a straight flight from a hill or from a tow. Learn safe airspeed control. Learn safe left and right turns. Learn controlled safe approaches and landings in a designated area. Evaluate and understand flying site and be able to explain any dangers. Conditions permitting, achieve short tandem soaring flights. Keep and fill in "Log Book" entries. Learn to fly competently and safely in the company of other pilots and apply the Rules of the Air and Air Law. Conditions permitting, achieve longer tandem soaring flights and high flights of minimum 800' altitude. Satisfy your instructor as to airmanship and attitude. Discuss "Asymmetric Collapse and Correction and Recovery" Pass "HPAC Beginner's" exam. PRICE: $950.00 Cdn + GST including training materials (Text book & CD), Use of equipment and towing fees. These courses are offered half price with full equipment purchase! Air Vision Adventures Ltd.  (2010 Novice Course) 2010 NOVICE Course Aim: To qualify you as a certified "Novice Pilot". To receive your HPAC or USHGA Novice license you will be required to have accomplished a minimum of 30 solo flights and attend a minimum of 8 hours ground-school. NOTE: The NOVICE course will require you to have your own equipment and may also require travel out of Ontario (Finger Lakes region in New York, Mont Yamaska in Quebec or our winter training location in Caraguatatuba, Brazil) to complete the required high elevation and ridge soaring flights that will qualify you as a fully certified NOVICE PILOT. By the end of the Novice program you should be able to make forward and reverse launches, make simple flights, ridge soar, have an understanding of thermal soaring, and perform certain emergency maneuvers as well as have achieved good a degree of confidence in yourself and your paraglider!  After completion of this course you'll be able to fly on your own without instructor supervision. You'll receive a Novice license from the HPAC (Canadian) or USHGA US Hang gliding and paragliding association. Membership in USHGA or HPAC ($125.-Cdn) Included: This course mainly consists of flight training with some classroom theory. GROUND SCHOOL: USHGA or HPAC Novice license examination. QUALIFICATIONS FOR A NOVICE LICENSE: 30 solo flights, 5 flying days, pass flight test, pass written test.  Complete flights at 3 or more flying sites and be able to give a full oral site assessment.  Discuss and demonstrate 180° and 360° stable turns.  Be able to arrive on site and make your own decisions on weather safety and flying.  Learn and demonstrate use of "Big Ears" fast descent method.  Learn and demonstrate use of "speed bar/accelerator"  Experience ridge soaring flights.  Achieve safe flights without instructor guidance.  Satisfy instructor as to airmanship and attitude. Price: $850.00 Cdn + GST including flight test, written test preparation and written Novice test. These courses are offered half price with full equipment purchase! The 2010 Brazil trip Book now! Departure is Nov. 26th!! NEW! Beginner's Course Novice Course Novice Course Brazil NEW !! Beginner's & Novice Course Brazil Packages! November 26, 2010 Brazil NOVICE Course Aim: To qualify you as a certified "Novice Pilot". NOTE: This course will require you to have your own equipment, return air fare, a valid passport and Visa for Brazil. Call us for passport & flight details. Guided flying and instruction at 3 different sites (weather permitting) and return to Sao Paulo airport for the flight home. Why not complete your Novice training in beautiful Brazil! (14 days)   After completion of this course you'll be able to fly on your own without instructor supervision. You'll receive a Novice license from the HPAC (Canadian) or USHGA US Hang gliding and paragliding association when you purchase a membership in USHGA or HPAC ($125.-Cdn) Included: This course consists of flight training and classroom theory. GROUND SCHOOL: USHGA or HPAC Novice license examination. QUALIFICATIONS FOR A NOVICE LICENSE: 30 solo flights, 5 flying days, pass flight test, pass written test.  Demonstrate 360° stable turns.  Be able to arrive on site and make own decisions on weather safety and flying.  Learn and demonstrate use of "Big Ears" fast descent method.  Learn and demonstrate use of "speed bar/accelerator"  Experience ridge soaring flights.  Achieve safe flights without instructor guidance.  Satisfy instructor as to airmanship and attitude.  Written test preparation and written Novice test.  Call for Brazil package pricing: students / pilots or for non-flying spouses & friends. Previously certified pilots are welcome. Call for special "Pilot" package pricing. PRICE INCLUDES: 1. Transportation to and from Sao Paulo airport for arrival and departure dates 2. Accommodation at a local hotel – individual rooms which include Cable TV, Internet Access, Air Conditioning and Buffet style Breakfast 3. Daily travel to and from launch site 4. Day trips to Sao Vicente which is a three hour drive along the coast and to several other great places to fly. 5. Membership card with ACVL (Associacao Caraguatatuba de Voo Livre) Other activities will be available at additional cost. (Wind surfing, Sailing, Snorkeling, Scuba diving, Cycling, Eco-tours etc.)