TANDEM SKYDIVING // the most popular way to make your first jump!
Discover the exhilarating world of freefall skydiving—the most popular way to take your first leap! After a comprehensive ground preparation, you'll partner with one of our highly experienced instructors. As you ascend, soak in the breathtaking panoramic views of the St. John's River and Florida's East Coast during your 20-minute ride to altitude.
Before your exit, you'll be connected to your instructor and ready to launch into the rush of freefall from 10,500 feet! After an exhilarating 60 seconds of 120+ mph freefall, the parachute will deploy, allowing for an easy conversation with your instructor. You can be as actively involved with the canopy flight as you wish, or simply enjoy the view. Your instructor will manage the controls for a controlled, comfortable return to earth.
TANDEM PRICING
FOR GROUPS OF 1-2: $220 / Jumper
FOR GROUPS OF 3-4: $210 / Jumper
FOR GROUPS OF 5+: $195 / Jumper
ADDITIONAL SERVICES:
Video & Photo ($99 / Jumper)
Handcam ($70 / Jumper)
Combo Package ($134/Jumper)
REQUIREMENTS // for legal and safety reasons
To ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for all participants, please review the following requirements:
Age: You must be at least 18 years old to sign the required paperwork. Please bring valid government-issued identification.
Health: You must be in general good health.
Substance Consumption: You may not consume any alcohol or drugs that cause impairment within 8 hours prior to jumping.
Harness fit: You must be able to safely fit in the tandem passenger harness.
Weight Limit: A maximum limit of 230 lbs. is imposed for the safety of our instructors
You will be weighed when you arrive for your appointment, there is a charge of $1/ lb for any individual over the 230 lb weight limit. Instructors must approve each individual.
TANDEM FAQS // you have questions, we have answers
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Skydive Palatka is located on the Kay Larkin municipal airport in Palatka, FL at 4015 Reid St. Palatka, FL 32177. We are in the heart of north central Florida and are approximately an hour south of Jacksonville and an hour east of Gainesville.
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Not necessarily, but we do honor our reservations before walk-ins.
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Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your scheduled time. This allows enough time for you to watch a training video, fill out paperwork and get ground training from your instructor that you will be harnessed to! Depending on weather and other logistics we ask that you plan to spend 4-5 hours with us at Skydive Palatka.
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Dress for the weather and wear athletic-type clothing with closed toe shoes. Please be prepared to leave valuables on the ground.
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Typically you will be on your way home within 2 hours of your appointment time. However, weather conditions may delay your jump, and you should be prepared to spend 4 hours at the dropzone. If you are concerned about the weather, give us a call before you head over, (386) 328-0606.
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Typically, 230lbs is the maximum weight assuming an average body composition. The decision is made on a case-by-case basis. We want to make sure that no one's safety (you or our instructors) is compromised, and we reserve our right to refuse service to anyone. There is a charge of $1/ lb for anyone over the 230lb weight limit. If you have questions, feel free to give us a call or send an email.
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We will do our best to accommodate your group, however, please bear in mind that your request may extend your wait time.
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Yes. The Tandem course is typically 30 minutes long and included in the price of the jump. The Accelerated Freefall Course (AFF) is 6-8 hours, however.
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Most people do not get that feeling as there is very little acceleration when leaving the plane and getting to terminal velocity. What you will notice is the amount of wind hitting your face and the thrill of jumping out of a plane!
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Yes, breathing in freefall is possible and we all do it! It may feel strange breathing with 120+ mph wind rushing past you, but your instructor will be able to put your fears to rest and help you "breathe easy."
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Item descriptiTipping is never expected but always appreciated!
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Yes! It’s important to fuel your body, eat a normal breakfast or lunch prior to arriving. Try and stay away from greasy foods and foods with a lot of dairy. Its a good idea to bring a light snack and a bottle of water to refuel yourself prior to jumping!
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Skydiving with a cold or sinus infection can be very painful. We want you to have fun and enjoy your experience! Please give us a call at 386-328-0606 to reschedule your reservation if you feel under the weather!
If you have any questions regarding your ability to skydive, then please do not hesitate to contact us.
For your safety and that of our instructors, Skydive Palatka reserves the right to refuse service to any person.
The Testimonials // people are ravin'
The latest photos from Skydive Palatka:
Great organization and staff. From the first phone call with Mariah to our landing with Andrew and Angelo, the experience was amazing. Our group and family of spectators felt welcomed and appreciated. The instructors were great. They were very knowledgeable and made us feel safe and secure.
I highly recommend Skydive Palatka.
-Patrick C.