Paragliding intro course in Accous, Pyrénées Atlantiques

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Activity Snapshot

Fitness level: Everybody welcome
Duration: 5 days
Spoken languages: English, French, Spanish
Minimum age: From 12 years-old and up
Cancellation policy: flexible More info
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Activity description

Discover the Pyrenees from the sky with ASCENDANCE during a 5-day introduction course or a discovery session in Accous over the Aspe Valley.

The objective is to give you the pleasure of free flying while having the practical and theoretical basics of a paragliding pilot training.

Programme for the intro course:
Day 1:
On a training hill of about 60 metres heigth, you will be introduced to the flying equipment and learn how to control the wing, brake, stop and make smooth turns.
Theory: Understanding how and why a paraglider flies

Day 2:
On the training hill, you will try out small flights, imrpove your take-off, turns and landings to get ready for the first big flights.
Theory: Preparation for the big flight

Rest of the week:
6 to 8 big flights of 800 metres radio guided by two instructors. The flights come with exercises on how to control the wing during the flight.
Theory: Understanding aerology and meteorology, rules and safety.

Offer Description

You can choose between doing the course 5 days in a row, or to extend it on 3 week-ends. Please contact ASCENDANCE to confirm your booking dates. 

The course is offered by state certified instructors.

The practical sessions take place from 8am to 1pm. The theoretical sessions take place from 2pm to 4pm.

Activity requirements

All participants must bring a medical certificate from their doctor dated within the last 3 months stating that they are allowed to practice this activity.

Special terms

The aviation liability insurance costs about €40.

Included
  • All necessary paragliding equipment
  • Certified instructors
  • Transfer
Excluded
  • Aviation liability insurance
Do not forget to bring
  • Hiking boots or trainers
  • Windbreaker
  • Light gloves
  • Bottled water and snacks
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Meeting point
Ascendance, Chemin Esplate, 64490 Accous Get directions

Cancellation policy

Cancellation 4 days or more prior to the agreed activity date
You will be automatically refunded for the full amount for the activity
4 days
Cancellation between 48 and 96 hours prior to the agreed activity date
You are entitled to a 50% refund
48 hrs
Cancellation 48 hours or later prior to the agreed activity date
No refund will be possible
Weather Guarantee
Regardless of the date, if the activity is cancelled due to bad weather conditions, you will be offered a refund or the chance to reschedule

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  • 5 / 5

Que du bonheur! Stage d'initiation effectué avec une équipe passionnée, professionnelle et bienveillante dans un lieu exceptionnel.

  • 5 / 5

Un vol en parapente inoubliable au dessus de la vallée avec une équipe de grands pros ! Super ambiance, et pour ceux qui ont un peu peur comme moi je vous assure que l'équipe vous met vraiment à l'aise ! Un souvenir qui restera gravé dans ma mémoire !