Why Choose SkyBrothers Paragliding for Lessons:

With over 25 years of experience teaching and flying tandems since 1996, we've mastered a diverse range of skills, from guiding beginners to towing Red Bull athletes and orchestrating thrilling tandem flights. Our adeptness and commitment to adventurous safety have garnered recognition both locally and nationally, with features in prominent magazines and television programs. Renowned for our exceptional quality, our instructors and program are consistently praised by satisfied clients. Situated in Minnesota, our training site provides unmatched consistency, facilitating rapid advancement in your paragliding endeavors.

 

Where & When Do Lessons Take Place?

Our lessons take place at a local training hill in Minnesota, conveniently situated just 15 minutes from the Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport. Whether you're aiming to earn your P2 Pilot rating or seeking to enhance your skills, Minnesota offers the ideal setting. Lessons are available year-round, with optimal weather conditions typically occurring in mid-summer and mid-winter. You can kickstart your paragliding journey any day that suits you. While many of our students reside within an hour's drive of Minneapolis, we also welcome learners from Iowa, Wisconsin, and the Dakotas. For those traveling from afar, we often organize three or four-day visits initially, allowing ample time to absorb lessons before returning home to further hone their newfound abilities. Subsequent lessons can then be arranged at your convenience.

 

What to Expect During Paragliding Lessons:

At SkyBrothers Paragliding, we prioritize personalized instruction tailored to suit each student's individual pace. Whether you're advancing rapidly or prefer a more gradual approach, we understand the importance of enjoying the learning journey for sustained progress. Our students consistently surpass the minimum requirements outlined by the USHPA for obtaining a P2 rating, all while thoroughly enjoying themselves. Upon completion of our courses, graduates emerge with skills and experience that far exceed the norm. Read on to discover more about our comprehensive paragliding programs.

 

Embark on a journey of unparalleled excellence with our Deluxe P2 Pilot Certification Package priced at $2,600.

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This comprehensive course offers you unlimited access to our training facilities, allowing you to revisit our Minnesota training hill or any other designated location for ongoing instruction, all without incurring additional instruction fees. Whether you choose to return months or even years later, our commitment remains steadfast in supporting your progression to advanced pilot status at no extra cost. All we ask is your unwavering dedication to honing your skills.

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Upon completion of this comprehensive program, graduates emerge with exceptional proficiency, extensive experience, and their very own complete equipment set. Prepare for an immersive learning experience that encompasses a series of tandem flights, mentally and physically stimulating lessons, mid-day ground school sessions, and evening training sessions that extend until sunset. Additionally, you'll benefit from reserve deployment clinics, simulator experience, classroom sessions, a comprehensive manual, and proficiency testing to ensure well rounded skill development.

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Secure your spot today with a 50% deposit in advance. By the fifth day or twentieth flight, students typically reach a level of proficiency where they're prepared to invest in their own gear. Rest assured, our expert guidance will assist you in selecting the most suitable equipment tailored to your individual needs. Experience the pinnacle of paragliding education with our Deluxe P2 Pilot Certification Package.

 

Experience paragliding with our Introductory Lesson priced at $250. Curious about taking flight? This lesson offers you a taste of paragliding. Should you decide to pursue further training with our Deluxe P2 course, the $250 will be applied to your full lesson package.

For additional information about our paragliding lessons, reach out to us at skybrothersparagliding@gmail.com or call 612-280-9850 to talk about our program

 

 

Pricing

Our training program costs $2,500 and includes lifetime access to training sessions. You can return anytime to refine your skills or pursue additional ratings. If you need to refresh your training after a break, we're here to help you get current.

• Used Motors: Start at around $4,500

• New Motors: Range from $6,000 to $10,000

• Used Gliders: Start at $2,500

• New Gliders: Start at $3,500

• Reserve Parachutes: Start at $600 -$800