Can I wear a hoodie skydiving?

Clothing: Loose fitting, comfortable clothes are ideal for your first tandem skydive. If it's cold, wear something warm – a hoodie, sweater, long pants… you get the picture. Dress for the weather on the ground. At Skydive Santa Barbara, you can choose to wear a jumpsuit to keep you even warmer.

What should you not wear while skydiving?

This is a friendly reminder to not wear any type of jewelry, such as watches, earrings, necklaces, rings, expensive glasses and more on your skydive. If you can't bear to live without it - leave it on the ground. We recommend keeping your valuables either at home, in your car or with a spectator on the ground.

What clothes do you wear to go skydiving?

Your clothing for skydiving should be comfortable and loose-fitting. Athletic wear or activewear items like gym shorts, leggings/yoga pants, or t-shirts are our first choices for what to wear skydiving when it is warm.

Can you skydive with regular clothes on?

The Appropriate Kind of Clothes for Skydiving

Function definitely trumps fashion when it comes to skydiving. Keep in mind that skydiving is a sport, so comfortable activewear is the way to go. You should choose garments that are fitting, flexible, and not too restrictive.

Can I wear a bandana while skydiving?

If you normally wear hats to avoid people people seeing your thinning hair, or bald scalp, we recommend wearing a head scarf or bandana. These normally stay on in freefall and can help keep you looking fabulous while skydiving.

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Should I put my hair up for skydiving?

If you have long hair (past your shoulders), hair whipping around in freefall is actually a bad thing. Aside from the Gordian knot that often results from 120mph of wind whipping your hair around, hair that is very long can actually cause a malfunction when you deploy your parachute.

How should I wear my hair to skydive?

Braids, braids, braids

For hair control, braids are best. To keep them from flailing around and thwacking your tandem instructor like brutish instruments of medieval torture, wrap them close to your skull and pin them there.

Can you skydive without a shirt?

Skydiving doesn't require any special clothing, so if you're planning to take your first jump while on vacation, you won't need to devote extra room in your suitcase for proper gear.

Can you skydive barefoot?

What should I wear? Dress comfortably for the weather on the ground ? . Make sure to wear or bring sneakers as you will not be permitted to jump on open-toed shoes, sandals, flip flops, shoes with heals or barefoot.

What should I eat before skydiving?

A light bite will help keep your blood sugar levels consistent. If your jump takes place in the morning, consider a bowl of cereal or foods high in protein, such as eggs. If you're skydiving in the afternoon, a sandwich should be fine. You might be so nervous you can't bring yourself to eat anything.

Is it cold to skydive?

At 14,000 ft the temperature is about 30 degrees cooler than on the ground. Skydiving clothes also need to be easy to move around in and not bulky. Don't forget to wear clothes you won't mind getting grass stains on!

Should I wear long sleeves skydiving?

Another pro tip we have to offer is to keep yourself covered (yes, really.). Short sleeves and shorts may seem like the right summer skydiving choice on a hot day - but trust us, long layers are the best way to protect your skin from the sun, the cold air at altitude, and the grass (if we have to slide in a landing).

How do you look good when skydiving?

Chin Up: Raising your chin helps your body form the optimal belly-to-earth position for skydiving. Smile Wide: Engaging the muscles in your face will keep your cheeks from flapping in the wind! Eyes Forward: The view's better looking out at the horizon, and your face will be on camera not the top of your head!

Can you listen to music while skydiving?

Despite what movies would have you believe, you cannot talk in freefall - and you still wouldn't hear your music too well. Skydiving at 120mph is not going to hurt your ears, but the rushing wind will cover any other noise.

Can you take your phone skydiving?

You can take as many pictures as you want on the ground before and after your jump. However, you may not bring a camera, phone, GoPro, Selfie Stick, etc. for your skydive. There is too much risk associated with you bringing your own; it's best left to the pros.

Is skydiving scarier than roller coasters?

While a roller coaster is designed to push your body to its limits, skydiving is a much smoother, much freer experience. It's hard to describe, but if a roller coaster was the ocean, it would be choppy and rough, whereas a skydiving is like a serene lake, much calmer and almost tranquil.

When skydiving How fast do you fall?

The most common number you are likely to hear in relation to skydiving is 120mph. This is a useful number as it represents the average speed that people fall at when 'belly to earth' – the position you most likely to think of when you imagine somebody skydiving.

How old do you have to be to skydive in North Carolina?

You must be at least 18 years of age and be legally able to sign a waiver in order to jump. You must present a government-issued, photo identification.

Can you skydive without a jumpsuit?

Protection From the Elements

A common question that first-time skydiving students ask is, “Why do I have to wear a jumpsuit when skydiving?” We do not require our first time tandem skydiving students to wear jumpsuits, but we do recommend them.

Can you skydive a skirt?

Typically, that means anything you'd wear to the gym or any other sport – including joggers, sneakers, leggings, t-shirts, etc. Wearing anything restrictive, like jeans, or that wouldn't be suitable for sport, like a dress or skirt, won't work for skydiving.

How do I prepare for my first skydive?

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Can you do a flip while skydiving?

You can fly forward, backwards, do flips, slow down and even stand straight up while skydiving. Some experienced skydivers can even skydive inverted in a head stand. Most skydives last around a minute and then it's time to open your parachute. During most Tandem Skydives the parachute is opened at 5,000 feet.

What time of day is the best time to skydive?

We consider the morning the best time to skydive and for a few good reasons. Often, the morning offers the clearest skies. Even if the forecast for a day looks less than desirable, the morning is typically jumpable. Additionally, customers that schedule in the morning generally have the lowest wait times.

How warm should I dress for skydiving?

1. Layers are best. When it's really cold, it's tempting to wear the biggest, bulkiest jacket you've got to keep your snuggly warm all day long. When you're skydiving, light layers are really the best way to stay warm.