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  Dec 27

  Why Skydiving Is Not a Crazy Thing To Do

  "Here's to the crazy ones. The misfits. The rebels. The troublemakers. The round pegs in the square holes. The ones who see things differently. They're not fond of rules. And they have no respect for the status quo. You can quote them, disagree with them, glorify or vilify them. About the only thing you can't do is ignore them. Because...

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  Dec 07

  Best experience gifts for couples

  One of our favorite things to celebrate at Skydive Long Island is love. We've watched innumerable proposals here at our beautiful little dropzone--and we watch plenty of couples celebrate honeymoons, anniversaries and...well...Thursdays here with us. That's no surprise, as the experience of skydiving artfully summarizes the most wonderful things about being in a relationship: making a leap of faith and...

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  Nov 27

  Skydiving Facts That May Surprise You

  We love a good surprise. Don't you? If you're just as fond of a toe-curling "aha" moment, we have just the stuff you'll love: fun skydiving facts that will dazzle your friends at dinner parties. Without further ado, let's (sky) dive right in! Surprise #1: A skydive and a water dive have a lot in common. If you've ever gone...

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  Nov 11

  Why Can’t I Jump My GoPro?

  You and your GoPro are the very best of friends. You have an undying partnership that revolves around announcing your heroic exploits to the world at large--after all, if there's no video, it didn't happen. It's stuck to the side of your motorcycle while you careen around the canyons. It's on your dashboard for every road trip. It sits at...

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  Oct 19

  Five Questions Every First Time Jumper Should Be Asking

  If you're thinking about skydiving for the first time, we'll bet there are a lot of thoughts going through your head! What will it feel like? How long will it last? Is it addictive? Your first jump is so exciting. From the run up to the jump itself right through the whole experience and even as you look back on...

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  Oct 10

  Do People Pass Out, Pee Their Pants, Scream or Puke Skydiving?

  Maybe you frame the risks of skydiving a little differently than the average bear. When most people are chewing their fingernails at the thought of physical injury (or worse), maybe you've checked out the safety statistics on skydiving and you're way more worried about--well--some other stuff you've heard about. Maybe you don't even bat an eye at the thought of...

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  Sep 13

  Tandem Skydiving: How to Mentally & Physically Prepare for Your First Jump

  If you're the straight-A-student type, you never walk into a new situation without feeling prepared. We understand! There's no doubt about it: Tandem skydiving is better when you approach it with a sense of personal readiness. Here's a hot tip for your cheat sheet, too: When you understand that a tandem skydive is an opportunity to put your best foot...

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  Sep 01

  The 3 Phases of Skydiving: Freefall, Parachute Opening & Landing

  Skydiving isn't just about falling out of planes. It's an adventure. When you sign up to jump with us at Skydive Long Island, you'll be taken for quite a ride. Every skydive has three distinct phases: freefall, parachute opening and landing. Each stage will be unique, ranging from the adrenaline-pumping freefall to the peaceful canopy ride. Some people tend to...

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  Aug 14

  5 Reasons Why You Should Jump Out of Perfectly Good Airplanes

  If we had a nickel for every time someone asked, "why would you jump from a perfectly good airplane," we'd own at least 50 Gatsby-sized mansions on Long Island. This is one of those jokes that skydiving critics have used so often that it has become a cultural norm to think the act of skydiving is an act of absurdity....

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  Aug 07

  Parachuting vs. Skydiving: What’s the Difference?

  Parachuting? Skydiving? They're nearly interchangeable terms. After all, the sport's major organization in America is called the "United States Parachute Association," not the "United States Skydiving Association." (Their one-liner mission statement: "The United States Parachute Association [USPA] is a voluntary non-profit membership organization of individuals who enjoy and support the sport of skydiving." As flippity-floppity as the two terms may...

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  Jul 25

  Understanding the Skydive Refund Policy

  We understand that you may have a last-minute change of plans and need to reschedule. If this happens, we'll do our best to accommodate you. We highly recommend that you make reservations ahead of time. It ensures that we'll be able to get you on a load that day, which is especially critical on busy weekend as we're often booked...

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  Jul 20

  Couples Skydiving: Gifts, Proposals & Weddings

  We know you're curious: Do couples skydive together? We're here to tell you heck yes! We think that shared sky is the glue that binds the strongest relationships on the planet, and we couldn't be more delighted by the time we spend in the sky with our loved ones. Today, we're going to celebrate love and freefall by answering your...

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  Jun 22

  What’s the Skydiving Age Limit

  Across the world there are a variety of age restrictions for skydiving, but for Skydive Long Island and the rest of the U.S., the minimum age to skydive is 18. But what if you're a bit older -- is there a maximum age limit? Nope! You can skydive with us as long as you're in good health. In fact, some...

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  Jun 04

  Skydiving Goggles: What You Should Know

  Skydiving goggles aren't given a lot of thought, but they are a super important part of your skydiving kit. They keep your eyes protected as you fall through the air and make it possible for you to take in the amazing views all around! Here's everything you need to know about your skydiving goggles: Why do we wear skydiving goggles?...

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  May 30

  Why Skydiving is Addicting

  Skydiving. It's unlike anything you've experienced before. That feeling you get when you jump from the airplane, the rush of freefall, the peacefulness of the parachute ride... it can be totally addictive! As you prepare for your first jump, here are just a few of the reasons we're pretty sure you'll be back for more... 1. You'll be walking on...

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  May 25

  Can You Skydive Pregnant?

  Not surprisingly, when you ask your doctor if you can skydive while pregnant, they'll tell you no. Doctors, by their very nature, are conservative; therefore, it's a precious few who will recommend that their bump-sporting patients take on a high-risk sport. Mostly, this is a hedged bet: no doctor wants to deem an activity as "safe" and then wear the...

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  Apr 24

  Tandem Skydiving? What To Expect

  Tandem skydiving is a great way to experience skydiving for the first time. After a short brief, you'll be taken up by one of our highly experienced tandem skydiving instructors, who will be responsible for the operation of the equipment. This means you're able to take in the sights and sounds, without having to learn to skydive yourself. Here, we'll...

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  Apr 10

  What You Don’t Know About Your Skydiving Instructor

  When you meet your tandem skydiving instructor for the first time, they'll be a mystery to you. First off, the chances are good that you've never met a professional skydiver before. (Who does that with their lives, anyway?!) You probably have no idea what kind of education and professional training stands in the background of such an unusual career. (A...

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  Mar 28

  How to Get Over a Fear of Skydiving

  Have you ever considered skydiving but felt held back by a fear? Perhaps it's a general fear of skydiving itself. Maybe you're afraid of heights or of flying and that's what holds you back. Whatever your fear, be assured that you're not alone. Did you know that many people who skydive just once and those who skydive thousands of times...

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  Mar 21

  Skydiving: What You Don’t Expect

  Anyone who's ever thought about trying skydiving for themselves likely has some ideas of how it might feel. Perhaps you know someone else who's tried it, or you've done your research by reading blog posts like this one. Often, those ideas include a sense of what it might be like to jump from the airplane - exhilarating, loud, windy, exciting!...

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  Feb 21

  Skydiving Safety Facts | How to Stay Safe When Skydiving

  Skydiving safety has improved with advances in technology and training. In 2015, the United States Parachute Association recorded its lowest fatality rate in history at just 0.006 fatalities per 1,000 jumps. For tandem skydiving specifically, the fatality rate was 0.002 per 1,000 jumps. Skydiving injuries are more common, though still statistically very unlikely at just 0.55 injuries per 1,000 jumps....

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  Jan 27

  Bucket List Skydiving Top 5

  Every time you jump out of a plane, it's special. That's one of the reasons we love this sport, after all! Even so: there are some skydives that are dripping with super-duper-extra-awesome sauce. There are five kinds of jumps that are pretty much universally hailed as the best skydives you can do and naturally on every skydiver's bucket list. Whether...

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  Jan 16

  5 Cool Pieces of Skydiving Gear You Didn’t Know About

  Skydiving has evolved a lot over the years. Today, we have loads of cool gear which help to keep us safer and to achieve more in our jumps. Here, we look at 5 cool pieces of skydiving gear you didn't know about... 1. Skydiving altimeter The skydiving altimeter is an essential piece of kit. Worn on the hand or wrist,...