British Parachute Association

Enjoyment, exhilaration and limitless challenge are available even to the absolute beginner. And at its highest level, skydiving is an intensely competitive sport which requires finely tuned skills, intimate knowledge of the air and perfect body control.

More people than ever are discovering for themselves the pure joy that freedom of the skies can bring. The majority of skydiving is done as fun jumping. It offers not only the enjoyment of the jumps but great opportunities to meet with friends and enjoy a wide range of social activities.

As their experience grows, many skydivers take part in boogies (fun-jumping events) and there is also a vibrant competitions scene. The BPA offers a programme of skills coaching roadshowsto help non-seniors improve their skills. There's something for everyone in the skydiving calendar - just take a look at the diary of events. Some skydivers choose to join display teams, entertaining crowds by jumping into fetes, fairs and shows.