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If you\u2019ve ever even thought about jumping out of an airplane<\/a>, you\u2019ve probably wondered: What does skydiving feel like? Well, when it comes to answering a question like what does it feel like, <\/em>skydiving is a hard one to put into words. It\u2019s an experience that\u2019s unlike any other! Of course, the best way to know how skydiving feels is to try it for yourself! But in the meantime, let us explain the best we can!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jump Day: Anticipation<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The feeling that hits you when you wake up on the day of your skydive is anticipation. And it lasts pretty much until the moment you step out of the airplane door! Your morning will be full of a roller coaster<\/a> of emotions \u2013 excitement, stress, fear, courage \u2013 and that\u2019s what makes skydiving so amazing!

Things will get seriously real when it\u2019s time to board the plane and begin your 15 to 20 minute climb to altitude. This is actually a peaceful time, when people think about their skydive and enjoy the view. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

But that all changes as you get closer to the exit altitude and people begin to get into position and check their gear. It\u2019s very common, here at Long Island and the whole world over, for skydivers to wish each other luck with fun handshakes and high fives. The excitement becomes palpable and there\u2019s no denying that something big is about to happen!

Pro tip: Even if you\u2019re nervous, make sure you eat a balanced breakfast<\/a> and stay hydrated. It\u2019ll help you feel your best throughout the day! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Door: High Alert<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n
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Probably the most defining moment in any skydive is the opening of the airplane door. Cool, clean air suddenly rushes into the plane, the sky feels close, and all your focus immediately shifts to the situation at hand.

You\u2019ll probably find your senses on high alert as you move toward the door. You may even feel like your body\u2019s telling you to stay in the airplane! That\u2019s completely natural. Fear is how humans have survived as long as we have. It\u2019s facing that fear<\/a> and overcoming that \u2018fight or flight\u2019 reaction that makes the skydive so empowering.

When you finally make it to the door, you\u2019ll hear the rush of the air outside, feel the coolness of the sky, and get a full view of the ground far below. At this point you might be wondering: What if I’m afraid of heights? You\u2019re actually so far from the nearest reference point that your brain doesn\u2019t register how high up you are. Sure, it might feel a little scary, but it won\u2019t trigger you the way a ladder would.

You may feel a bit of a sensory overload in this moment but don\u2019t fret. That rush is going to focus your mind and prepare your body to nail the skydive in 3 \u2026 2 \u20261 \u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Jump: Freedom<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n
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The moment you\u2019ve been waiting for! Your instructor will move you to the edge of the door, where you\u2019ll hang in front of them with your legs pulled back and your arms across your chest. (That\u2019s the arch<\/a> you\u2019ll have learned in pre-jump training).

The next thing you\u2019ll feel is complete freedom as you leave the aircraft and enter freefall. All of your worries will blow away and you\u2019ll be completely focused on nothing but the moment. Perhaps counter-intuitively, skydiving doesn\u2019t feel much like falling<\/a>, but more like you\u2019re being cushioned by the air. Almost like windy floating.

The sound of the airplane disappears, replaced with the drone of the wind passing by your ears. You\u2019re able to breathe freely<\/a> and to look around and enjoy the view \u2013 or smile and wave at your camera flyer<\/a>! Freefall is a life changing moment where you can enjoy your bravery and be fully present in a way you don\u2019t get to in day to day life. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you could only choose one word when asked \u201cHow does it feel to skydive?\u201d our vote would be \u201cfreedom.\u201d

How long does skydiving last? This portion of the jump lasts for about a minute, but you\u2019re not done yet! You still have another whole phase of your skydive left. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Parachute Ride: Peace<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The sensation of going from freefall at 120 mph to gliding gently under an open parachute is unlike anything you\u2019ve experienced before. The rush of freefall is suddenly taken over by the quiet calm of the parachute ride. Everything slows down, including your descent rate, and with it comes a peacefulness that rivals meditation. It\u2019s so quiet that you can actually have a conversation with your instructor.

The views around Long Island are breathtaking, and the parachute ride is the best time to enjoy them! Your instructor will take the lead in steering the parachute \u2013 though they may let you have a go if you\u2019d like \u2013 and you are free to enjoy the scenery before you. You\u2019ll feel as though you\u2019re a giant bird gliding around on beautiful wings.

One thing people worry about during the parachute ride is: Will I feel sick? This part of the skydive is the most likely to impact people prone to motion sickness, but there are ways to avoid any issues. Let your instructor know ahead of the jump and they\u2019ll help keep you feeling great.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Landing: Amazing<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Unfortunately, all good things must end and land-dwellers must return to the ground<\/a>. During your final approach, your instructor will talk you through the steps you learned during training. The main thing to remember is to keep your legs straight out in front of you like you\u2019re doing a mini ab workout. The ground will look like it\u2019s moving awfully fast as you get closer, but your instructor will take full control of the parachute to slow it down to a stop as you both land, usually in a seated position, on the ground.

This is where your sense of achievement takes over; you\u2019ve done something amazing! Your adrenaline will start to level out and you\u2019ll be left with a great feeling of pride and happiness that will last the rest of the day and beyond!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, how does skydiving feel? It feels phenomenal!! Book a tandem skydive with us<\/a> and see for yourself! We can\u2019t wait for you to experience human flight! Blue skies.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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