challenger0968 0 #26 August 17, 2010 Just curious is it possible to complete all training in 10 days? Thats about all i can get free from work at one time. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wrightskyguy 1 #27 August 17, 2010 You are never done training, but you can certainly complete most, if not all of the AFF syllabus in ten days if you go at it like you mean it. John Wright World's most beloved skydiver Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tkhayes 124 #28 August 17, 2010 the AFF jumps can be done in 3-4 days typically. You can finish a good chunk of your license in 10 days Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dninness 4 #29 August 18, 2010 QuoteJust curious is it possible to complete all training in 10 days? Thats about all i can get free from work at one time. We had a kid from West Point get his license in 7 days. He was highly motivated due to a slot waiting for him on the Black Knights, and let me tell you, he moved with a purpose. He'd land, grab his main, and literally RUN to the hangar, lay out the parachute, ask one of the packers "Hey, man, I'm on another load, can you make sure this gets packed?" and then run over to manifest and say "Hey, can I get another one in? They're packing for me now." I think he wore 2-3 coaches out. :) Its feasible, and in Florida, in the right time of year, I would think its even more feasible. Whats that phrase? "Speed's just a question of money. How fast do you wanna go?" (BTW, agree with one of the other posters: wait till the spring, so you don't have a long layoff waiting for a more northern DZ to open for the season. That blows. What part of MO are you in?)NIN D-19617, AFF-I '19 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
virgin-burner 1 #30 August 18, 2010 taking a vacation and doing my AFF was not only the best vacation EVER, but probably also the best week in my life! good idea! “Some may never live, but the crazy never die.” -Hunter S. Thompson "No. Try not. Do... or do not. There is no try." -Yoda Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kmills0705 0 #31 August 18, 2010 Quote Quote It is a great place to jump, but there are absolutely no women there. All the hot women are in Palatka, as a matter of fact, one is issued to each student. I have seen the female skydivers in Palatka and I think I need to take the AFF course again Why focus on just Florida? ZHills is awesome and TK is the best... but we all know the hot chicks are in Ohio at Start Skydiving! We have 2 all girl four way teams... Or you can just look for the hot AFF Instructors. Did I mention I am AFF rated?!Kim Mills USPA D21696 Tandem I, AFF I and Static Line I Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
theonlyski 3 #32 August 18, 2010 Quote Why focus on just Florida? ZHills is awesome and TK is the best... but we all know the hot chicks are in Ohio at Start Skydiving! We have 2 all girl four way teams... Or you can just look for the hot AFF Instructors. Did I mention I am AFF rated?! Save me one, I need to get current in a couple months!"I may be a dirty pirate hooker...but I'm not about to go stand on the corner." iluvtofly DPH -7, TDS 578, Muff 5153, SCR 14890 I'm an asshole, and I approve this message Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
challenger0968 0 #33 August 19, 2010 I am planning on going in mid to late november> how is the weather there at that time Thanks again for all the help and advice! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy9o8 0 #34 August 19, 2010 Quote I am planning on going in mid to late november> how is the weather there at that time Well, hurricane season is over by then. Usually. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
theonlyski 3 #35 August 19, 2010 Quote Quote I am planning on going in mid to late november> how is the weather there at that time Well, hurricane season is over by then. Usually. Sweet, just in time for me to get my shit moved down there!"I may be a dirty pirate hooker...but I'm not about to go stand on the corner." iluvtofly DPH -7, TDS 578, Muff 5153, SCR 14890 I'm an asshole, and I approve this message Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
challenger0968 0 #36 August 19, 2010 Its set up! Set up for November 18-28th! Cant wait!!!! Thanks again for all the advice!!!!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rick 67 #37 August 19, 2010 Fantastic see you thenYou can't be drunk all day if you don't start early! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
challenger0968 0 #38 August 22, 2010 Quick question. I have been talking to several people and was told that ZHills will be really busy the time i am going. Should i scheudle a different time? Like stated above i want to get as much done with the little time i have... Thanks Challenger Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
davelepka 4 #40 August 23, 2010 The 'busy' times at Z Hills are during the winter months, when most if the US is not jumping. Those are experienced jumpers on vacation, and have no effect on the student operations. In fact, more experienced jumpers mean that the planes will fly more loads during a given day, so that's a bonus for you. The DZ is in charge of putting jumpers on one load or another and typically the first thing they do is put their tandems and students on a load, and them fill in the rest with fun jumpers. Nobody knows how many students there will be at any DZ at any given time, there's no way to predict that. Being 'busy' will be a plus for you becuase more jumpers equals more loads, and more people to hang out with at the bar after jumping. Whenever you go, you will be your instructors #1 priority, and you will be well taken care of. Call today and reserve a trailer on the DZ for the time you plan to be there. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
challenger0968 0 #41 August 23, 2010 davelepka, Thanks alot for your insite makes tons of sence!!!!!!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
normiss 620 #42 August 23, 2010 Call the DZ and talk to TK, or either one of the lovely ladies in manifest can fill you in for that matter. Lori or Deb. Yes, the Turkey Boogie makes it busy, the dropzone tries to keep the rotation between the big ways and the student jumps/fun jumpers in a nice working manner. You don't want to miss the vibe and the parties during the Turkey Boogie. It's the season opener. It's YUGE! Enjoy your training and good luck! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
challenger0968 0 #43 August 23, 2010 Trailers are all booked up and have been for months... Any other ideas on lodging? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
muff528 3 #44 August 23, 2010 Quote Trailers are all booked up and have been for months... Any other ideas on lodging? Tent, camper trailer or the Twilite. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
normiss 620 #45 August 23, 2010 Best Western? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
popsjumper 2 #46 August 23, 2010 Mama LaPinga's Fun House and Massage Emporium? Just ask for Mark.My reality and yours are quite different. I think we're all Bozos on this bus. Falcon5232, SCS8170, SCSA353, POPS9398, DS239 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
