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Skydive Monterey Bay Inc.is one of the most popular and professional skydiving centers in the world and is fast becoming a vacation destination for many experienced skydivers!

Skydive Monterey Bay Inc. also operates a skydiving school. Student safety is the highest priority, and all our training programs meet or exceed every requirement necessary to be a Group Member of the United States Parachute Association (USPA). USPA is recognized by the Federal Aviation Administration and around the world as the organization that sets the standards for safe skydiving operations.

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Jess Rodriguez and Mike Eakins walk to the Super Otter with a group of jumpers.

Photo Pete McKeeman

 

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Tandem Skydive & Instructor Assisted Freefall

 

A USPA certified tandem master trains and jumps with a first time jumper after a fifteen to twenty minute class. The tandem skydive is the easiest way to introduce anyone to the wonderful sport of skydiving.


Tandem Student Shawn with Poly, his Jumpmaster.

The student is attached to the tandem master via a harness, while the tandem master wears the parachute. Both student and instructor exit the aircraft over two miles above the ground. You'll enjoy 70-90 seconds of freefall while overlooking the beautiful Monterey Bay and Salinas Valley, then the instructor assists the student with practicing rip cord pulls and freefall turns. Next, at the proper altitude, the student may open the parachute. Together, the pair then steer and land the parachute back on the airport.

Since our drop zone is on the airport, it's easy for your friends and family to witness your entire adventure. They can see you climb on the airplane and, shortly thereafter, gently touch down on the drop zone.

At Skydive Monterey Bay Inc. your first tandem jump is only the beginning. It is also the completion of the first level of the USPA's newest approved method for Instructor Assisted Freefall, which is an accelerated training method that combines tandem and single jump master assisted Accelerated Freefall. This method is designed to efficiently provide individualized instruction to all students. The direct physical presence of a tandem instructor on a first jump greatly reduces the student's level of stress. Thus, the student is able to relax and overcome sensory overload easily. This also greatly increases the student's self confidence and allows the instructor to quickly advance the student from tandem instruction to instructor assisted free fall skydives.

    Margo & Mike

This is Margo, sitting behind Mike Eakins (her tandem instructor), in the plane on the ride to altitude. She's getting ready to do her first tandem! Way to go!

After your tandem, don't forget to pick up your free certificate and souvenir keychain! Also, check out our new line of souvenirs: Now featuring new souvenirs including logo'd beanie caps, ladies 3/4 sleeve shirts, zip hoodies for men and women, fleece, hats, and jackets!

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Skydiving Ground School

Before transition to solo jumps, all students attend a ground school that includes information about normal and emergency situations. Subjects include equipment, aircraft, freefall, parachute operations, and landing.

This class typically lasts between four and six hours. First jump courses are offered seven days a week and are taught by USPA certified instructors.

Classes start at 9:00 a.m. sharp Monday through Friday, and at 8:00 a.m. on the weekends.

Reservations and a deposit are required for this class so give us a call!

 
 

Accelerated Free Fall (AFF)

Since 1981, AFF has been the most popular training program for those who want to become licensed skydivers. The entire program consists of seven levels, with the first level including the completion of ground school. Each additional level requires about 30 minutes of training.

Levels 1-3 include jumps with two USPA certified jump masters, who will assist you from aircraft exit to parachute opening. You land the parachute with radio assistance.

Levels 4-7 include one jump master who accompanies you throughout the dive. You open, steer, and land the parachute solo with, a radio only for backup.

Exit altitude is from 15,000. Each jump includes a thorough debrief designed to provide the student with training feedback allowing the student to learn from each experience. Completion of the course provides each new skydiver the skills and knowledge for basic and safe recreational skydiving. Basic skills are included in the standard ground school.

Accelerated Free Fall puts a greater emphasis on free fall skills that include the following:

      • Poised Exits
      • Diving Exits
      • Body Position
      • Altitude Awareness
      • Forward Movement
      • Tracking
      • Free Fall Turning
      • Back Loops
      • Barrel Rolls


      An AFF Student on his Level 1 Jump

 
 

Static Line

While static line jumps were considered the standard for a long time (and are still used by the military), it is now considered something of an outdated method with which to train students. We strongly encourage people wishing to learn to skydive to utilize our Accelerated FreeFall course.

If you are still interested in static-line training please call ahead for more information.

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Parachute Equipment

We have "state of the art" equipment for students and experienced jumpers available. All our equipment is built and maintained according to strict Federal Aviation Regulations, including all emergency parachutes being packed by Certificated Parachute Riggers. We have a full service store and maintenance center on site. Other skydiving centers send their equipment to us for packing and maintenance.

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Video and Photographs

Professional videography and still photography is available with any tandem jump. We can also provide a videographer for experienced jumpers and AFF students. Click here for more information about our video package.

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International Training Center

In addition to student training, Skydive Monterey Bay Inc. is a center used by the US Parachute Association for training and certifying experienced jumpers for other operations. We also have full time on staff a Tandem Examiner responsible for training and certifying tandem masters. Other drop zones send their staff to us for certification and training.

Our student graduates and experienced jumper trainees have come from around the country and across the globe including Japan, Switzerland, England, Canada, Mexico, and South America.

Even after you graduate, the training continues. We organize training camps designed to take the novice student to intermediate. Our events include training for jumpers developing skills necessary for world record attempts.

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Prices

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Tandem:

Tandem Jump up to 10,000 feet): .........................................$149.00 
( 30 seconds of freefall) Weekdays Only

California's Highest Tandem Jump!!! 15,000 feet ...............$189.00
  (70 seconds of freefall)


WORLD'S HIGHEST TANDEM JUMP !!! 18,000 feet ..   $ 249.00    

( 90 seconds of freefall )  Includes oxygen

Prices are with advance reservation.

Video & Stills

With  Video and Stills you get an finished edited production of your entire skydive with the music of your choice!!

Video and Stills of your entire skydive ......................................$ 89.00

DVD upgrade.............................................................................. $ 10.00


Discounts

$10 off if paying cash

Tandem Group  Discounts on 15,000 foot jump:

             4 + people..................$10.00 discount or choice of free t-shirt

           13 or more people ......$20.00 discount or  choice of free t-shirt

10.00 off for Active Duty Military

MAXIMUM OF 2 DISCOUNTS CAN BE USED TOWARDS THE PRICE OF SKYDIVE.

For groups, special conditions & considerations apply. Please call for group organizer packet.

AFF Course:

Ground School + Level One: .........................$280.00
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Levels 2 and 3: ..................................................$200.00 each

Levels 4-7: .........................................................$165.00 each

Purchase Ground school + all seven levels for $1420.00 and receive a free repeat-level jump OR 10 free jump tickets when you graduate from the AFF program!

Prices subject to change without notice. All participants must be minimum 18 years of age and have picture ID with their birth date included. All flights are weather permitting.

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