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  Dec 29

  Skydiving: The Escape We All Need

  One of the negative byproducts of living through a global pandemic is not having much to look forward to. In stressful times, our burdens can be eased knowing that a great vacation is just around the corner. The pandemic has muted all of that and it has left many of us searching for something to fill the void created by...

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  Nov 30

  Should You Tip Your Skydiving Instructor?

  Ah, yes. Tipping. Let's talk about this somewhat awkward topic and its expectations. To tip or not to tip - what is appropriate? In this article we're going to dig into the details about tipping your skydiving instructor, under what conditions this is appropriate and what the expectation is. Our View on Tipping Within the US, tipping is part of...

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  Nov 16

  Why Skydivers Love Skydiving at Night

  The wonders of skydiving are never ending. Perhaps that's why the sport attracts so many different people who create and enjoy such unique experiences such as skydiving at night. There are many things skydivers love about this sport, so let's explore why skydivers love skydiving at night! What Is Night Skydiving Night skydiving is just that - skydiving at night....

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  Oct 29

  Is Skydiving Safer Than Driving?

  Is skydiving safer than driving? The answer is surprising: statistically speaking, yes, skydiving is safer than driving. As you get behind the wheel for your daily commute, you may not even bat an eye, but did you know it's far more "dangerous" than jumping out of a "perfectly good airplane." It's true. Because of the routine created by our daily...

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  Sep 24

  Top Tandem Skydive Landing Tips

  Tandem skydiving has now been a thing for a long time. Many decades of practice and technological advancement has refined and streamlined the process of jumping out of an aeroplane for the first time into a fine art. With just a small amount of information and practice on the ground, practically anyone can do it. It is correct to be...

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  Sep 17

  Tips to Overcome Skydiving for the First Time Anxiety

  Nervous about skydiving for the first time? No sweat. Here at Skydive Long Island, we are familiar with all kinds of first jump jitters, and skydiving anxiety is something we encounter pretty much every day we are in operation. We won't tell you to just relax because what you are feeling is completely natural. Skydiving for the first time anxiety...

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  Aug 21

  Does Your Stomach Drop When You Skydive?

  Jumping from an airplane has its obvious risks and you would think we would receive queries about parachute malfunctions and their likelihood of occurring or our safety record, but that's not the case. The most common question we receive is "Does your stomach drop when you skydive?" In other words, do you get that sickly feeling whereby your stomach enters...

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  Aug 20

  What to Write on Your Hands When Skydiving

  If you're searching for "what to write on your hands when skydiving" then it's likely you've booked your jump, locked down a media package and are now thinking about the finer details like adding messaging to your hands. Many of our guests do this with social media in mind to build engagement and grow their audiences! We love it, because...

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  Jul 31

  How Safe is Tandem Skydiving?

  As a skydiving center you may think we'll tow the line and share that it's perfectly safe, but we won't do that. (We like to keep it real, here!). We're going to hone in on some important questions related to the safety of tandem skydiving. If you've landed on this page, it's likely you're *thinking* about making a tandem skydive...

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  Jul 29

  What to Eat Before Skydiving

  If your first jump is coming up and you're making plans for that day and wondering how to prepare yourself, you've come to the right place! When preparing for a skydive, it is important to make sure that your body is ready for the experience and like with any other sport, it's important to eat and fuel your body. Don't...

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  Jul 25

  Why Skydiving Videos Can Enhance First Skydiving Experience

  What is more epic than a skydiving video? A skydiving video starring you! If you're still on the fence about purchasing a tandem skydiving video, allow us to share why skydiving videos can enhance your first skydiving experience. Life Can Pass You By Quickly, A Tandem Skydive Goes By Even Faster! Before their first tandem skydive, most people are a...

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  Jun 29

  What is a Tandem Skydive & Why Should You Try It

  Parachuting started off as a military thing - but pretty quickly after realizing that jumping from the plane was easily the most fun part of their day, an assortment of soldiers and some handy friends set about how to turn skydiving into the best pastime ever. Once they got it figured out and 'sport jumping' became a thing, attention was...

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  Jun 15

  SKYDIVE LONG ISLAND SUPPORTS GAY RIGHTS AND THE LGBTQ COMMUNITY

  Long Island, NY - Today (June 15th, 2020), is a historic day for members of the LGBTQ community! The Supreme Court has ruled federal job protections to gay, lesbian, and transgender workers. We fully support this ruling. We fully support this ruling. This ruling stems from the 2010 dismissal of Donald Zarda from Altitude Express dba Skydive Long Island. The...

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  Jun 12

  COVID-19 Update

  Reopening June 24th, 2020 In accordance with Governor Cuomo's executive order, Skydive Long Island is currently closed for operations. We are currently taking tandem skydiving reservations online for the summer. It is our sincere hope that we will be able to open for operations soon; however, we will continue to abide by any government mandated orders regarding our business operations....

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  May 31

  How to Prepare Your First Tandem Skydive

  Welcome fellow adventurer! If you're thinking about striking tandem skydiving from your bucket list, you've come to the right place! Not only can we accommodate you for the world's greatest adventure, this article will set you up for success so you're prepared for your skydive! First Time Skydiving: The Essentials If you're thinking about skydiving for the very first time...

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  May 27

  When Does Skydiving Season Open?

  If you've been cooped up indoors during the coronavirus quarantine, it's likely you've been daydreaming about all the things you'd like to do once the quarantine is over - we're no different! We've built our lives around skydiving and this has been a challenging period for us all. We're ready to get back in the sky! So, what have we...

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  May 25

  TOP 3 REASONS WHY SKYDIVING IS SO GREAT

  We know, life is really different right now for so many people. The pandemic has quickly shifted our society while the rest of us adapt to the new changes, and the future of uncertainty. Here at Skydive Long Island, we're looking at the silver lining - not just because our head is in the clouds - but because we know...

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  May 13

  New Jersey Skydiving – Everything You Need To Know

  If you live in New Jersey and are Googling for a skydiving adventure, chances are you're not 100% sure of where to jump as you've got a few options. We're here to share everything you need to know about skydiving in NJ. While we'd love for you to join us for a tandem skydive, what's most important to us is...

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  Apr 07

  How Much Does Tandem Skydiving Cost?

  When thinking about skydiving, people tend to have a lot of questions and one of the most common ones is around the cost to go skydiving. At Skydive Long Island, we strive to provide each of our guests with a first-class tandem skydiving experience. We value your business and don't want the cost to stand in the way of you...

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  Mar 12

  How To Prevent a Poor Skydiving Experience

  Your skydiving experience is meant to be a remarkable, once-in-a-lifetime adventure. There is nothing that puts us out of sorts quite like hearing that someone has had anything less than an incredible skydiving experience. Our mission at Skydive Long Island is to provide you with one of the most exciting escapades of your life. We want you to leave delighted,...

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  Mar 11

  The Experience of a Lifetime

  Perhaps, on this day, it happens as sunlight peeks through the blinds of your bedroom window or the tone of your alarm nudges you awake. Either way, as your eyelids open, though still a little groggy and heavy with sleep, the realization is almost instantaneous-today is the day. The reservation was made well in advance, but until now, it almost...

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  Feb 11

  Why Group Skydiving with Friends in NY is a MUST!

  There is no question that skydiving is always a good time, but like so many things in life, it is even more epic when shared with friends! Whether you're taking your office sky-high for team bonding or planning a 30th birthday group jump - group skydiving is a must. While there are plenty of people that live for adrenaline and...

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  Feb 10

  The Difference Between Paragliding and Skydiving

  Dangling underneath some carefully sewn together fabric and flying about in the sky is an amazing thing that we get to do. In a relatively short span of years human beings have gone from staring up at birds and wondering by what magic they can do that, to deciphering the science of flight to the point we have portable magical...

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  Jan 27

  Skydiving and BASE Jumping – What’s the Difference?

  Without having already learned the differences, it is easy to forgive someone for thinking that jumping out of an aircraft or off the top of a big cliff or tall building is the same thing. It looks the same, right? Put on a backpack containing a parachute, jump, open parachute and then land. While BASE jumping and skydiving are indeed...