Cannibal19

Perhaps some insight from someone who's about at the same progression though AFF is beneficial? As has been mentioned, relaxing can solve many a skydiving problem while going through AFF. Taking a deep breathe in through the nose and out the mouth has a physiological effect on the body. This isn't witchcraft, it's medically proven to having a relaxing effect on the body. My instructors constantly remind us to breathe and relax. We do it before we board the plane, on the ride up, as we're walking to the door, and in free fall. In addition, it may also help you to visualize the entire dive flow from when you exit the plane to when you touch the ground. Visualize everything, even visualize you arching your back. I do this on the ride up after we pass 2500 and i've finished my altitude mental snapshots. In addition, perhaps doing some simple stretching exercises before you gear up might help you relax. Granted, i don't have any problems exiting (i look forward to jumping out) and i've completed my levels without any issues. But, i still need to relax so i can focus on the task at hand. Simply running to the tunnel to try and fix the problem may not work if you are still tense when it comes time to exit an actual plane. Don't get me wrong, tunnel time can be beneficial. But it does't sound like your problem is something technical (stability, spinning, etc.). My humble suggestion, find a relaxation technique that works best for you. The mind controls the body, if you think you're mentally relaxed but your body is tense...your not mentally relaxed.