Can you skydive in jeans?

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.

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 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 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.

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.

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What should I wear for first time skydiving?

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.

How should I wear my hair for 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 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.

Why do skydivers wear jumpsuits?

Why do skydivers wear jumpsuits? At Skydive California, we've got you covered (literally). Jumpsuits are provided to students to help protect their skin from minor scrapes and abrasions that could occur on landing. The jumpsuit is also useful for protecting clothes from stains and potential damage.

What does skydiving feel like?

You feel temperature change and pressure on your skin. Even on a hot day, it will be noticeably cooler at jump altitude. It's like opening the refrigerator door on a hot day, and having that wave of cool rush over you. The wind resistance from your freefall speed feels like pressure.

How do you look cute 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!

What clothes should I wear to skydive?

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.

How do I get over my fear of skydiving?

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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.

Can I take my 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.

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.

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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.

What do you write on your hands when skydiving?

Can you take pictures while skydiving?

Incredible photos and videos are uploaded every day by skydivers wearing action cameras. The USPA states that a skydiver should have 200 jumps before using any kind of device that can record or take pictures during a skydive.

What's the scariest part of skydiving?

The door opens, your skin tingles from the brisk feel of the air at 13,000ft, and if it wasn't before, it's real now! This part of the skydive lasts roughly three seconds. The hardest part is stepping up. This is the final push.