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This article is a paragliding-related story introduced for the first time on this blog.
I have always been interested in flying sports, so while looking for a place in Korea where I could experience or learn paragliding, I came across Jonathan Paragliding School .
This article is not a review of my own experience of , but an introductory article compiled based on information published on the Jonathan Paragliding School website. We have looked at the main contents so that even those who are new to paragliding can easily understand it.
What kind of place is Jonathan Paragliding School? According to the
website, Jonathan Paragliding School is a paragliding educational institution located at 209-5 Noramdeul-gil, Pyeongchang-eup, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do, , .
The school has been operating and since 1988, and introduces step-by-step programs ranging from experience flights for beginners to professional pilot training courses.
Also, the school's name, 'Jonathan' , is explained as a name taken from Richard Bark's novel 『The Seagull's Dream』 the main character Jonathan Livingston .
What are the important points introduced at the school? If you look at the
homepage, the most emphasized content is safety .
The school introduction states that education and flight are conducted with safety as the most important value..
We also introduce that each school logo has a meaning.
- Blue: Safety
- Red: Challenge and youth
- Black: Spirit of respect for nature
In this way, the school's operating philosophy is also explained. How will the
experience flight proceed? The
website lists the two-seater experience flight program, , which even beginners can participate in.
It is introduced that the flight is carried out with a professional pilot, and after pre-flight safety training and equipment wearing, it is explained that the flight is carried out to the take-off site.
Also on the homepage are
- Basic photos provided
- Videos can be added (separate cost)
- Flight decision depending on weather conditions
- Flight may be canceled if safe flight is deemed difficult
Information is also provided. How is the
curriculum structured?
The Jonathan Paragliding School website introduces not only the experience but also the curriculum in detail.
Starting with the basic course, Pro1 ,
- Pro2
- Pro3
- It is informed that step-by-step training will be conducted in the following order:
- Pro4
- Pro5
.
Each course includes theoretical education, ground training, and recorded flights, and the qualification requirements for each course are different.
Training fees and periods can also be found on the website, and it is recommended that you check the latest information before applying.
How are the instructors introduced? The school principal and educational instructors are also introduced on the
website.
School Principal School Principal Kim Dong-sul 's paragliding experience, various leadership activities, and related qualifications are provided, and several training instructors and two-seater flight instructors are also introduced.
However, the actual training schedule and instructor in charge may vary depending on the time of year, so it is best to contact the school for detailed information.
Are you also operating a membership system? If you look at the
homepage, it is introduced that in addition to general education, regular members, special members, and precision landing members systems are also in operation.
Information on educational benefits, vehicle use, experience flights, etc. is provided depending on the membership type. You can also check the annual fee and terms of use.
Membership benefits and costs may change, so we recommend checking through the website or school before signing up.
What should I check before visiting?
As paragliding is an air sport that is greatly affected by the weather, we recommend making inquiries before making a reservation on our website.
Before visiting
- Availability
- Weather conditions
- Cost
- Supplies
- Meeting place
Check the information to use it more conveniently. It seems like it can be done.
Conclusion
While looking at the website this time, I was able to see that Jonathan Paragliding School is a place that operates not only simple experience programs, but also step-by-step education and qualification courses.
This article is an introductory article compiled based on information published on the Jonathan Paragliding School website. Actual program content, costs, and operating schedule may change, so please check the latest information through the school before visiting or applying.
Source: Jonathan Paragliding School , Jonathan Paragliding School Blog
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