Peak Soaring
Peak Soaring
Peak Soaring
PEAK SOARING ASSOCIATION
PEAK SOARING ASSOCIATION
Paragliding & Hang Gliding In The Peak District
Paragliding & Hang Gliding In The Peak District
FREE FLYING IN THE PEAK DISTRICT
The Peak District takes its name from the Old English word pêac meaning hill. The area has many ridges, mostly north - south aligned which offer a mix of beautiful landscapes and great flying.
This page gives you the basics of what you need to do to begin flying gliders in our area. Links to the governing body and schools in the area are provided on our ‘contact & links’ page where you will be able to get more complete information.
Learning To Fly
So how do we get from walking on the hills to flying over them!?
The first step is to join a school that is run by a qualified instructor. They will get you to join the British Hang Gliding and Paragliding Association (BHPA) which is our governing body and this also ensures that you join an approved training establishment.
Paragliding & Hang Gliding Schools
There are several of these schools in the Derbyshire area and we have given details of them in our 'Contacts & Links' page.
Following Qualification
When you successfully complete your courses you will become what is known as a ‘club pilot’ and you will be allowed to fly sites.
Sites in the UK that have agreed access to fly from are generally run by clubs.
Joining our club will allow you to fly our sites and to take advantage of our coaching team to progress within the sport.
In addition, you will be able to access our sites guide which gives detailed information on our sites including grid references, contact information, site rules, any hazards and other relevant information that will enable you to fly safely.
Continue exploring our site for lots more content on learning to fly and facilities that can be used when you are qualified as well as links to important information to aid in your progression………..
PEAKSOARING ASSOCIATION
