P-2 Paragliding Certification Course (14 Days)

Become a confident, capable pilot with our immersive 14-day training program. You’ll train across two premier flying sites with three distinct launches under expert instruction, building the skills and judgment needed to fly independently.

From your first steps on the training hill to your first high flights, this course is designed to turn your passion for flying into a lifelong pursuit.

Throughout the program, you’ll learn to safely launch, fly, and land a paraglider while developing a strong foundation in:

• Meteorology
• Aerodynamics
• Flight planning and decision-making
• Thermal and soaring techniques
• Risk management and site assessment

By the end of the course, you’ll earn your P-2 (Novice) Pilot Certification, giving you the ability to fly at many sites across the country—on your own or within guided environments.

Training Approach

We maintain a low instructor-to-student ratio, ensuring you receive personalized coaching, more flights, and focused feedback throughout your training.

We provide all necessary gear during the first half of the course (typically days 1–6/8), allowing you to learn safely on school equipment. As you progress, you’ll transition onto your own gear to complete your training—an essential step toward becoming a self-sufficient pilot.

To qualify for the $2,800 course price, students are required to purchase their equipment through AirXpansion Paragliding. This ensures you’re flying properly matched, instructor-approved gear from the start, eliminating the risks of incompatible or subpar equipment.

Students who choose to source equipment elsewhere may still enroll in the course at a rate of $4,000.

What’s Included

• 14 days of in-person instruction
• Low instructor-to-student ratio
• Use of training equipment for the first 6–8 days
• 8 hours of in-person ground school
• $400 credit toward a new wing purchase
• On-hill video analysis and coaching
• Photo documentation of your training
• AirXpansion T-shirt
• Pilot logbook

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older (minors may participate with parental consent)
• Must be in good physical health and capable of:
  • Jogging during launches and landings
    
  • Navigating uneven outdoor terrain
• Must be able to follow the instructor's guidance and communicate clearly via radio
• Must demonstrate a safety-first mindset and sound judgment
• No drugs or alcohol before or during training
• Students must be available for scheduled training days and remain flexible for weather-dependent scheduling
• On-time attendance and full participation are required
• Must use instructor-approved equipment for all training flights
• Personal gear is required for the final phase of training
• United States Hang Gliding and Paragliding Association membership is required before solo flight