Can I wear jeans skydiving?

We're not dissing denim here, but usually, jeans and skydiving just don't mix. If you have a pair of well-loved worn-in jeans, by all means, wear them skydiving. However, you should consider that ideal skydiving pants need to have some stretch. The skydiving harness will be a bit tight and jeans may be uncomfortable.

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 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. You'll be more comfortable in your harness and will have a greater range of motion while skydiving. Dressing in thin layers is also strongly recommended.

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 skydive without clothes?

Believe it or not, naked skydiving is actually a “thing” in skydiving. It's been part of the culture for as long as anyone can recall and frankly… we're not sure why. Here we'll take on this delicate topic of why people want to jump naked and also highlight the cons of jumping in the buff.

Skydiving FAQ's: What Should I Wear?

What should I wear for first time 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.

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 when skydiving?

The general idea is to get as much of your hair secured as closely to your scalp as possible (with a bit of style for your skydiving video debut, of course!). Since you'll be moving through the air at 120mph, you can still rest assured you'll be landing with a wind-blown aura about you.

Can you skydive in a hoodie?

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.

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.

Do you have to wear a jumpsuit when skydiving?

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 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.

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.

Should I be scared to skydive?

Your first time skydiving is a big deal. It's perfectly natural to feel nervous or scared about your first jump. Here, we'll explore what makes you nervous, why it's totally normal, and how to face your fears.

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.

Is it cold to skydive?

With our year-round mild weather, Skydive California is a prime destination for skydiving in winter. When skydiving in December, consider that the temperatures where we are in Northern California average in the high 50's, often reaching 60+, and it only chills down a fraction more in January.

How many layers do you wear when skydiving?

The key to layering is to choose a few thin layers instead of one or two thick layers – you'll be warmer and you'll also have much more freedom of movement, plus you'll be able to add or remove layers much more easily.

How do you prepare for skydiving?

Does your stomach drop when you skydive?

Because the delta between your horizontal and vertical speed does not increase drastically, you do not experience a stomach drop when you skydive. Furthermore, the freefall portion of a skydive doesn't feel much like falling at all. Rather, it feels like you are resting, supported on a column of air.

What should you not eat before skydiving?

Because hydration is so important to your skydive, it's smart to avoid anything that dehydrates you pre-jump — including alcohol. While a quick beer or two may sound like it'd calm your nerves before your jump, it could make you feel much sicker and uncomfortable as you climb altitude.

What are the chances of dying while skydiving?

Of the 3.3 million total skydives recorded in 2019 by USPA-member dropzones, 15 resulted in a fatality – making the skydiving death rate 1 in 220,301. When considering the tandem-related skydiving fatality rate, the number is 1 in 500,000 jumps.

How hard do you hit the ground when skydiving?

A stable belly-to-earth body position will usually result in a 'terminal velocity' (this being the fastest speed you'll reach during freefall) of 120mph or 200kph. A stable head down position (falling upside with your head toward the ground and legs up) gets around 150-180mph (240-290kph).

Why is skydiving so addictive?

Adrenaline is known to produce improved strength and performance, as well as heightened senses. Your body also releases endorphins and serotonin during the skydive, known to make you feel happier. No matter how many times you've done it, jumping from a plane gets your adrenaline going like nothing else.

How hard is learning to skydive?

We've got good news for you – learning to skydive is much easier than golf (and dare we say, much more fun). The technology used in skydiving today has made learning to skydive exponentially easier due to better equipment, training methods and the recent introduction of wind tunnels throughout the world.

Can I eat before skydiving?

Can You and Should you Eat Before Skydiving? Absolutely yes, you should definitely eat before skydiving. The number one cause for feeling nauseated or vomiting is when first-time skydivers eat nothing at all or eat entirely too much.