clouddancerss 0 #1 July 5, 2003 I made my first tandem jump a couple of weeks ago, and am considering AFF training.One of the programs I'm considering is the ISP at Orange Virginia's dropzone, and another is the windtunnel Aff at Deland.I know it's expensive, but it sure seems the way to save a lot of repeat jumps,from what I've read. Can someone give a confused newbie some good/bad points of these? Thanks so much! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites MikeTJumps 4 #2 July 6, 2003 The ISP is a block diagramed roadmap of pathways through all of the USPA's training programs with the goal of training you to be a safe, self-sufficient skydiver. There are four generic starting points: Tandem, Static Line, Instructor Assisted Deployment, and Accelerated Freefall. There are also several hybrid programs which is what the ISP was designed to accomodate. Regardless of what path you choose, all are generally safe when done with proper equipment and proper supervision. There are many resources available to you such as books, the USPA website (www.uspa.org), and knowlegable members of the instructional community. The choice of how to proceed is up to you and your wallet or credit limit.Mike Turoff Instructor Examiner, USPA Co-author of Parachuting, The Skydiver's Handbook Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Reply to this topic... × Pasted as rich text. Paste as plain text instead Only 75 emoji are allowed. × Your link has been automatically embedded. Display as a link instead × Your previous content has been restored. Clear editor × You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL. Insert image from URL × Desktop Tablet Phone Submit Reply 0
MikeTJumps 4 #2 July 6, 2003 The ISP is a block diagramed roadmap of pathways through all of the USPA's training programs with the goal of training you to be a safe, self-sufficient skydiver. There are four generic starting points: Tandem, Static Line, Instructor Assisted Deployment, and Accelerated Freefall. There are also several hybrid programs which is what the ISP was designed to accomodate. Regardless of what path you choose, all are generally safe when done with proper equipment and proper supervision. There are many resources available to you such as books, the USPA website (www.uspa.org), and knowlegable members of the instructional community. The choice of how to proceed is up to you and your wallet or credit limit.Mike Turoff Instructor Examiner, USPA Co-author of Parachuting, The Skydiver's Handbook Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
