Organisation profile

Parapente Pirineos

• School

Parapente Pirineos offers beginner training in Castejón de Sos in the Benasque valley over five consecutive days or six weekend days. Ground practice and short flights lead to high flights with radio guidance from two instructors. The programme lists at least six high flights, full equipment, transport to training sites and video analysis. Students who do not reach the minimum objectives can complete the course later.

The five-day Progresión course follows for graduates of a complete beginner course with at least five flights within the previous two years. Its programme includes at least eight flights from different locations, ground handling and work towards independent take-offs and landings. It adds introductory ridge soaring and thermalling, plus theory on aerology, equipment and flight rules. The aim is independence at familiar sites in non-turbulent conditions, according to each student’s level.

According to its FAQ, the school reserves vehicles for weekly courses and divides staff roles to keep tandem operations from interrupting teaching. After the beginner course, students can also continue with individual guided flights booked in advance.