Paragliding training in Chamonix: flexible weekend package

This introductory paragliding package is aimed at people who are unable to take time off during the week to attend a traditional 5-day course, but who still want to benefit from a structured, progressive, and demanding support, up to the first supervised solo flights.

It has therefore been designed for those who wishto train seriously, while retaining complete freedom of organization.

🪂 Training schedule

When you are available, you sign up for a session.Depending on your level, you will then be offered atime slot and content tailored to your needs:

• Inflation: usually in the morning (on average 3 to 6 sessions depending on profiles)
• Tandem instructional flight: in the morning, in calm and realistic conditions
• Theory classes: mornings or afternoons, depending on the weather and air traffic
• Solo flights: exclusively in the morning, when conditions are optimal

You are constantly guided towards sessions that are relevant to your progress, without rushing through the stages. 

📅 Period & availability

• Every Saturday, Sunday, and public holiday
• From April to November

You can freely register for the sessions offered, depending on your availability and your progress in the training program.

💰 Training package: €1,099

Package valid for 1 year, including the entire course up to the first supervised solo flights.

The package includes:

✔ Mandatory introductory session (1 hour)
Presentation of the school, equipment, organization, and safety rules.

✔ Supervised inflation sessions
As many as necessary to acquire complete mastery on the ground, an essential prerequisite for flying.

✔ Personalized theory lessons
Flight mechanics, weather basics, safety, flight preparation, and analysis.

✔ 1 instructional tandem flight
Reference flight with an instructor to understand flight paths, sensations, and the real flight environment.

✔ 1 session of supervised solo flights (usually 2 solo flights)
First flights carried out in perfectly suited conditions, with radio assistance.

✔ All recent equipment included throughout the training course
School wing, harness, reserve parachute, helmet, radio.

👉 Not included:

• individual insurance
• any ski lift tickets

⚠️ Please note

• The duration of the route depends on the weather and your pace.
• Access to flights is always approved by the teaching team, with a view to safety and sustainable progress.

➕ And after the initial training?

You can continue your training towards independence either by signing up for a 5-day progression course or by participating in supervised flight days with our instructors, every week from Thursday to Sunday. 

We can also help you choose new or used equipment that suits your needs. Our Parapente-proshop offers very attractive prices for our students. 

👉 In summary

✔ A flexible program with no schedule constraints
✔ Demanding yet supportive supervision
✔ Individualized progress
✔ A clear goal: to get you flying safely