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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Dan P and the rest of the staff were great. They took care of us and can't wait to do it again.

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I retired from the Army in 2000. The whole time I spent flying on Blackhawks, I never wanted to jump out of a plane. I finally decided to make my first on March 17th. I have to say it was the best ride I ever went on. Although the landing didn't go so well, I would do it again in a heart beat. I recommend anyone that has ever thought about skidiving should try it at least once in their life. Great Experience

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They are very professional and welcome. They help me forget my fear and enjoy it a lot. I love it.

Yilin Wang

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What an amazing place! Three tandems later, I'm now doing my first AFF! If you're considering it...go, go...to Start in Middletown, Ohio!

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It was an awesome experience! everyone was very friendly and professional, and eager to help. I look forward to flying again.

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Skydiving has always been something I have wanted to do.I am very happy I chose Start Skydiving, The Start Skydiving experience was truly amazing and you can bet I will be back I would recommend Start Skydiving to anyone looking for the greatest thrill one could imagine..Thank you so much...Eric Halcomb...

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Today was my first jump and clearly not going to be my last. Start Skydiving was an excellent facility and could not have asked for a better experience. Ray was my instructor. I had all the confidence in the world in his abilities to provide a safe and exciting jump. Melanie was my videographer. She not only did a great job at that...but her personality helped keep me at ease and enjoy the ride even more. The combination of the two proved to be a more than worthy experience that has me wanting to doing it many more times. Thank you Start Skydiving!

Mark Butterfield

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I have always wanted to go skydiving, but I never got around to do it. That was a mistake that I'll never make again. This experience was the best decision I have ever made. There is no doubt I recommend this to everyone. I plan on doing many more jumps and then get my license. The is a life changing experience and I thank Start Skydiving for the opportunity.

- David Lain

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This was one thing I have always dreamed about doing. I had the most unbelievable time. Employees were nice and very professional. Always felt like the equipment was top notch and wouldn't hesitate from going again. Thanks for the experience.
Micah Werling

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Start Skydiving was not only safe, it was very professional and easy. I wouldn't want to skydive anywhere else. The experience was incredible. On a scale of 1-5, I give it a 10!

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Start Skydiving is Awesome! Everyone was very friendly and helpful - although sometimes rushed it's an in and out procedure and they had it down to the minute! My boyfriend and I really enjoyed ourselves the whole time and the jump in the end made everything worth it!
We'll be back again soon! :)
Janell DeMint

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Jon Hodges, Buffalo, NY Mar 12, 2012:

I had a truly awesome experience. There were three of us and we were greeted by a very friendly staff that us feel very welcome. The Tandem Masters were very friendly, professional and left no doubt that we were in very good hands. They went out of their way to make our jump fun and memorable. The videos, taken by their photographers, were excellent and well worth the price.

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Without a doubt the most fantastic thing I've ever done!! The folks at Start Skydiving were great! From start to finish just an absolutly awesome experience. I wouldn't recommend it to anyone because I don't want to wait in line on my next jump!!! THANK YOU!!! START SKYDIVING!!!!!

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I went through accelerated free fall class with John. 5-6hours in a very informative format. Then the jump. AWESOME! AMAZING! I highly recommend Startskydiving.com to any and all. If you have ever thought about skydiving this is the place for you. 20 minutes outside Cincinnati and they truly know what's what! Nothing but PROS at that place and when your life is in a strangers hands he/she better be a PRO. You could feel the love as soon as the day began. CANT WAIT TO GO BACK!!

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I was treated by a wonderful group of employees from start to finish. They were all very friendly, that made the experience fantastic!
Thank you

Jill Williams

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One of the largest dropzones to land at. Cheapest tandems that i have seen anywhere. Friendly staff, reliable aircraft and a clean hanger. I would recomend to a friend and i do on a everyday basis. First time jumpers to experianced skydivers, you must check this place out.

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The professionalism the staff demonstrates is exceptional. Skill level is second to none.

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This was one of the best experiences of my life. The staff was very friendly, did a great job of making everyone feel at ease and to make sure we all had a great time. We dove in Florida and I will be returning there in a couple of weeks and bringing some more of my family to dive. I cannot wait to go again. We will also be going to the one in Ohio, we are from Michigan and have suggested to many people StartSkydiving.com

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I cant praise this company enough. As a first time jumper, I was scared out of my mind. But the staff really put me at ease. The training wasn't overly time consuming, and the video and pictures were great. It was really was a memory of a lifetime. I cant wait to go again!
-amandahuster

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I did my first tandem at Start Skydiving in the fall of 2010. After I arrived I did have to wait a few hours before it was my turn to get on the plane. The lady who scheduled my appointment had warned me about this so I came prepared with snacks and my husband to keep me entertained. My instructor was patient with all of my questions and did a great job reassuring me when I started to get a little scared. On the plane ride up my instructor kept my mind busy by chatting me up and going over our exit procedure (which proved to be an amazing tactic!) Once I was out the door and in free fall I had the most amazing time, EVER!!

In fact, I had such an amazing experience that I knew I couldn't let it end there. After waiting out the winter I returned to Start and began the process of obtaining a skydiving license. Learning the ins and outs of skydiving can be overwhelming and intimidating. Thankfully, no matter where I was in the process, Start had multiple trained instructors available to help me along. The knowledge the instructors shared was invaluable and I quickly developed the skills needed to skydive safely and with other people.

I have now completed my goal and have become a licensed skydiver. I owe this accomplishment to Start Skydiving and its entire staff for the magnificent support and guidance.

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A wonderful experience all around! From signing up to waiting to jump to the actual jump. Amazing first experience! I bought the best video and photography package and was NOT disappointed! Will definitely be going again next summer! Highly recommended!

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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!

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Great trip! Can't wait to bring my family back with me for a group jump!

Heather Glasgo

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Start Skydiving is a great skydiving company to jump with. The employees were very professional and I felt safety was a top priority. I would recommend Start Skydiving for anyone who wants to have a great experience and feel a huge rush of the wind as you fall back to earth.

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In 90 minutes we did all that was necessary to complete the jump. Great, FUNNNNNN day. I'm 65 and took my daughter. We'll be back in the spring with my grandson.

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