Restrictions


USPA membership Required
AADs Not Required
Hook turns Allowed

What it costs


AFF courses available at 269 USD
Tandem jumps from 99 USD
Jump tickets at 18 USDto 14000ft
Video available at 75 USD

Start Skydiving is one the top five largest and fastest growing drop-zones in the world and the home of the Work Stinks! Boogie. We also create more new skydivers than any other drop-zone in the world through the professional services of JUMP Institute, which staffs over 60+ professional personnel that are all dedicated to providing you with the best training in the world. Visit Start Skydiving's drop-zone located at the Middletown Regional Airport in Middletown, Ohio! Start Skydiving's drop-zone location in Middletown features a 1.15 mile long runway that can support extra-large aircraft for special events, more than 23,000+ sq ft of hangar space, over 600+ acres of obstacle/turbulence-free soft cut sod to land on, free world-class coaching in all disciplines from world-renown professional skydiving team, Team Fastrax, as well as numerous amenities such as our patented online self-manifesting system, indoor padded and carpeted packing areas, paid packing services, clean showers and restrooms, an RV park and campgrounds with a bonfire pit, free Wi-Fi, an ATM, a huge family park right next-door, and over ten restaurants and hotels within less than a half of a mile away. If you have jumped with us before, we appreciate you sharing your experience with us by submitting a review, as your feedback is what allows us to more effectively focus our continual efforts in providing you with excellent service. If you have not jumped with us before, then what are you waiting for?! Come see for yourself why we are the number one rated drop-zone in the world and... START SKYDIVING!

Aircraft


Two Cessna Caravans, a fast-climbing Cessna 206 with a lexan jump door, two Robinson R44 Helicopters, and our very own Hot Air Balloon

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Where we jump


Middletown Regional Airport
LAT: 39.5308567431747
LNG: -84.39525604248

Contact Us


1711 Run Way, Middletown, Ohio, 45042-2300, United States
(513) 422-5867
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iwilljumpagain

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I absolutely loved my experience with Start Skydiving. The staff was professional and super fun especially my partner, Thomas. I can't wait to jump again!

Sarah Abla
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I reccomend Start Skydiving Ohio to everyone. Whether you have never tried skydiving or are a weekend warrior, this is the place to be. The facility is clean, the staff is polite and knowledgeable, and the instructors are very professional. Safety is number 1. It's like a big family that you'll want to become part of. I thoroughly enjoy my time when I'm there and constantly think about being there, when I'm not. I am working hard to get certified so I too, can be part of this fun, fast growing family. So, if you've been thinking about taking that leap of fun, make sure you do it where you're guaranteed to have the time of your life...Start Skydiving Ohio. See you there, Myra Rhodus

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I went skydiving for the first time last weekend and it was tremendous! I went Tandem with instructor Dan P and it was great. He walked me through everything and showed me everything so when i walked out of the back of that plane i was calm and excited. No fear at all. Very professional outfit with a lot of fun people. i didn't get the video but 2 of my friends did and there videos are awesome. Recommend Start Skydiving to anyone who wants to do this. It really is amazing.

Joel Foust

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My instructor Rick was awesome, I did not feel nervous at all. It was an amazing experience and I am definitely going back!

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This was my first skydive or tandem dive. I was really excited and could not wait to be flying. There were closer dive centers where I live but the outfit in Middletown Ohio had good reviews. After filling out the waiver we were given a tour of the facility. There are several monitors which track your party to let you know what plane your on and how long the wait. Being a Sunday afternoon the facility was busy. Seemed like a constant production of gearing up loading, drops and repacking shoots.Our party of five had a 40 minute wait before someone came and help us into our suits and harness. I heard my name called by one of the instructors by one of the instructors and off we headed to the twin turbo prop with a back loading, and unloading door. He gave me some simple instructions on what to do and when to do it.It took about 20 minute to get to the drop zone. I believe we were at 13,500 feet. The plane leveled off and the back door opened and out we walk into the great blue. Free falling was a rush. not from the excitement but from the force of the wind. My instructor was great an maneuvering us around around while free falling and circling the drop zone. Made a soft landing close to the facility. The next time will be better.
I highly recommend the Start Diving facility in Middleton There are many friendly and knowledgeable instructors the make the first jump a breeze.

Roy Youngmann

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This was my second overall skydive, but my first jump with Start Skydiving and the two didn't even compare. Start Skydiving was so unbelievably thorough in their training, they were welcoming, calming and fun to be around. I got up in the air having only classroom training and rocked my jump because I was 100% prepared for what I was about to experience. I am returning in a week to continue on toward getting my A-License. I would recommend this drop zone to anyone!! It's such a fun place to be and it was an experience I don't think I could've had elsewhere. THANK YOU, START SKYDIVING!! Blue skies!
-Jane Marino

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start skydiving is only a short drive away from Dayton. I arrived at 5:00 and jumped and out the door by 7:00. Then we had time to catch a family dinner afterwards! All we did was talk about our dive while eating and after dinner when we all sat around and watched our videos!

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start skydiving is only a short drive away from Dayton. I arrived at 5:00 and jumped and out the door by 7:00. Then we had time to catch a family dinner afterwards! All we did was talk about our dive while eating and after dinner when we all sat around and watched our videos!

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The video of my jump was edited great! Thanks for making me a memorable DVD that I can watch and show my grand-kids someday!-- Kevin Parrish

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everything was just perfect I LOVE EVERYONE AT sTART SKIDIVE THEY WERE GREAT AND THEY SHOWED ME A GOOD TIME FOR A GREAT PRICE >>>>THANKS EVERYONE< CATHY MORGAN

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Did a tandem jump today at Start Skydiving and had a terrific time. My tandem instructor, Dan P., was great. Made me feel very safe and comfortable. My daughter jumped today as well and we both had a great time. We plan to do another jump soon. I would definitely recommend jumping at Start Skydiving to friends and family!!

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Great employees, instructors and videographers that make you feel at ease the entire time, even though you'll be falling from 13,000 feet. Awesome experience overall and will definitely be coming back soon.

Elizabeth Nutt

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This was my first time diving and I can't believe how much fun it was! Its slightly addicting to say the least. I am scheduling my next jump VERY soon. My tandem instructor Thomas was professional. He was always checking my gear and making me feel comfortable from jump to landing. Thank start skydiving for one of the best times of my life. I'll see you soon. :) carol hall

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Absolutely amazing, can’t wait to do it again! Everyone was friendly, supportive and all around great.

This was my first tandem jump, when it was all said and done I wanted to go again and again. Such a rush I can’t even begin to explain.
My instructor at Skydive was Lonnie Kirk at the Middleton Regional Airport, I couldn’t have asked for a better instructor. He was awesome, definitely requesting him when I return for
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Highly recommend trying this at least once :)

Tina Schuman
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Start syydiving is great!! I made my first jump two days after my birthday. You got to get the video so you can watch your first jump whenever you want! One of the best days of my life. The whole experience from start to finish was amazing. From freefall to canopy to ground its soooo much fun!!






Meagan Hauser

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Not once did I feel scared or worried. My guide was extremely confident, which made it easier for me to relax and stay as confident. I WILL BE BACK AND ALL MY FRIENDS WILL COME!

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the staff was great, the wait wasnt long , the skies were clear , the instructors professionalism was something to me thankful for . he did a great job at keeping me informed and relaxed so i could have a great time > Thanks so much , Dan Bridenbaugh

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Had a blast I can't wait to go again this summer I definitely plan on going every year at least once. Everyone was really helpful and very friendly.

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"Start Skydiving" is truly an amazing place to go to experience skydiving whether it's your first or 500th jump! The people are super friendly, they are caring and make you feel safe. The atmosphere is so positive, everyone is in a good mood. You can't help but have the time of your life!

Leah Howlett :)

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the instructors, the staff < and the experience was top notch !! the instructor 's were very informative and he made helped me relax cause i became confident in his ability to control the situation even though it was a windy day . we all had a really good time and im going back this Saturday thank you , nathan bridenbaugh

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I jumped on May 11th, 2012. Rick was my tandem master and he was great! The staff at Start were super friendly, fun, and they made you feel welcome and excited. I had a blast and I will definitely be going again. The aircraft was not old or scary like many I have seen before/heard about, which was reassuring. Rick went through the instructions with me as to what I was to do and I felt fully confident in him!

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The people working at Start Skydiving are awesome and make you feel completely comfortable and secure. Manny is the best and made sure I had a great first tandem jump experience! I can't wait to take some of my friends and go back this spring!
-Catherine Lathrop

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My first time skydiving was at start skydiving and it was awesome! Went tandem and can't wait to go solo and start my AFF training. Pretty nervous on the drive up but the staff is very friendly and makes you feel safe and ready to have fun. Recommend this dropzone to anyone!

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"Start Skydiving" is clearly the number one place to skydive because of the awesome service, the great atmosphere and the general experience. I don't think that anyone could go there and not have the time of their life. Like stated earlier, this is the best place to sky dive whether it's your first time or thousandth jump! I will definitely be returning very soon.

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Start Skydiving was an awesome place to pick for my first skydiving experience. My instructor was Scott "Gila" and he was great and made me laugh and feel comfortable! I Loved every minute of it, and felt very safe! I definitely suggest everyone to try it out! I plan on going again soon!- Marianne Conrad

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