SKYATLANTIDA PARAGLIDING SCHOOL

Beginner Paragliding Course — 10 Days | Gudauri, Georgia

A clear and structured paragliding training program for people starting from zero
or with very limited experience. The course includes ground handling, theory,
and training flights under instructor supervision.

📍 Location: Gudauri, Georgia

📅 Dates: September 17-26 · September 21-October 1 · October 5-15

⏱ Duration: 10 days

Important: participation is voluntary. Before training begins, all participants
receive a safety briefing and instructor guidance.

💶 Course Price

Training with school equipment

200 EUR / day

Total for 10 days: 2000 EUR

Training with your own equipment

130 EUR / day

Total for 10 days: 1300 EUR

Installment option

Partial payment is available:

  • 5 + 5 days: 1000 EUR + 1000 EUR (with school equipment) / 650 EUR + 650 EUR (with your own equipment)
  • Alternative: 3 + 3 + 4 days for participants who prefer a more flexible start

Participation confirmation and payment details are provided before payment.

⭐ Why Students Choose Our School

🧠 Clear and practical learning

We combine ground handling, theory, and training flights so progress stays
structured, steady, and safe.

🎯 Focus on pilot skills

We work on launch basics, wing control, weather awareness, and decision-making
in a simple and understandable way.

📍 Gudauri is a strong training location

We choose training spots and daily format based on real weather conditions,
terrain, and student goals.

✅ What Is Included / ❌ What Is Not Included

✅ Included

  • training with instructors (practice + theory)
  • training flights according to weather and course tasks
  • transport to takeoff locations within the training program
  • briefing and debrief support
  • when choosing the school equipment option: glider, harness, reserve, and radio

❌ Not Included

  • insurance, arranged independently by the participant
  • accommodation and meals
  • airport or city transfer, available on request

We discuss all conditions in advance. Full booking and payment details are
provided before payment.

🪂 Training Format

Morning — Practice

Ground handling, wing control, work with lines, and takeoff basics.

Daytime — Theory

Aerodynamics, meteorology, safety, and analysis of common flight situations.

Evening — Training Flights

Training flights are planned according to weather conditions and course goals,
followed by briefing and debrief.

Training flights are scheduled based on weather conditions and the learning plan.

🏠 Accommodation and Budget Guide

🏡 Paragliding Hostel (Gudauri Adventure)

A lower-budget option. Guests can cook on site. The hostel includes a kitchen,
shower, and basic essentials. Room size is about 30 m² and can accommodate
up to 8 people.

🏨 Apartments

More comfortable and more private. Prices depend on season and booking dates.
High season rates are usually higher.

Budget reference

  • hostel: about 20-40 EUR per night, depending on dates
  • apartments: about 60-100 EUR per night, depending on unit and season
  • food: up to about 50 EUR per day, often less if you shop and cook independently

If you book accommodation on your own, we usually recommend New Gudauri
for convenience, walkability, shops, and nearby infrastructure.

🛡 Insurance and How to Get to Gudauri

Insurance

Training insurance is required and must be arranged independently by the participant.

The policy should cover active recreation or sports training and should preferably
include third-party liability coverage, so there is a compensation mechanism in case
of damage involving other people or equipment.

How to get to Gudauri

Transfer: we can help organize a transfer from Tbilisi or from Tbilisi Airport on request.

Shared minibus route: from Tbilisi, usually from the Didube station area.

  • the first departure is usually around 07:00-08:00
  • then departures continue roughly every 2-3 hours, depending on season and demand
  • the last departure is often around 17:00, but it may leave earlier when full
  • exact minute-by-minute scheduling is not always available, so flexibility is recommended

❓ FAQ — Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need previous experience to join?
No. This beginner paragliding course is designed for people who are starting from zero
and for participants with only very limited experience. The training format is structured
step by step, so students can build a clear foundation in ground handling, theory, and
supervised training flights.
Can I pay for the course in parts?
Yes. A partial payment format may be available depending on the selected dates and training plan.
For example, the course can be split into 5 + 5 days, or another agreed format such as 3 + 3 + 4 days.
Final payment details, amounts, and timing are always confirmed in advance before payment.
Do I need insurance?
Yes. Insurance is required and must be arranged independently by the participant.
It is recommended that the insurance policy covers active recreation or sports training.
Ideally, it should also include third-party liability coverage.
Where can I stay during the course?
Most students stay either in a hostel or in private apartments in Gudauri.
A lower-budget option is the Paragliding Hostel, while apartments offer more comfort and privacy.
If you book on your own, New Gudauri is usually the most convenient area because shops,
infrastructure, and daily logistics are nearby.
What is included in the course?
The course includes instructor guidance, practical training, theory sessions,
and training flights according to weather conditions and course goals.
Transport to takeoff locations within the training program is also included.
If you choose the school equipment option, the equipment set is included as well.
What is not included in the course?
Insurance, accommodation, meals, and airport or city transfers are not included by default.
However, transfer support can be arranged on request. All organizational details are discussed
in advance before booking confirmation and payment.
How do I get to Gudauri?
You can get to Gudauri by private transfer from Tbilisi or Tbilisi Airport,
or by shared minibus from the Didube station area in Tbilisi.
If needed, we can also help organize a transfer in advance.
What happens if the weather is not suitable?
Training depends on weather conditions. If weather is not suitable for a planned part of the program,
the schedule may be adjusted within the available training days and safe operating conditions.
Safety, appropriate weather, and instructor decisions always come first.
Can I train with my own equipment?
Yes. Students can join either with their own equipment or with school equipment,
depending on the selected course option. This is agreed in advance before the booking is confirmed.
How do I book a place in the course?
To book, please contact us on WhatsApp, send your preferred dates,
your current level, and whether you need school equipment or your own setup.
We first confirm availability and organizational details. If a prepayment is required
to secure the selected dates, the amount and terms are provided clearly in advance before payment.

📍 About the Beginner Paragliding Course in Gudauri

The SkyAtlantida Beginner Paragliding Course takes place in Gudauri, Georgia. Over 10 days, participants study the foundations of aerodynamics and meteorology, practice ground handling, and develop wing control, launch, and landing basics.

Training flights are conducted under instructor supervision and are scheduled according to weather conditions and course goals. The program is designed for students who are starting from zero or who already have very limited flight experience.

After completing the beginner course, students may continue training through the next stages of pilot development, depending on their progress and personal goals.

Important: participation is voluntary. Before training begins, all participants receive a safety briefing.

ℹ️ HOW TO BOOK (BEGINNER COURSE — 10 DAYS)

To book your place in the Beginner Paragliding Course, please complete the steps below:

  1. Send us a message on WhatsApp:
    https://wa.me/995551355000
  2. In your message, please include:
    • program: Beginner Course (10 days)
    • preferred dates
    • your level or general flight background, if any
    • whether you need school equipment or will use your own
    • any questions about accommodation, insurance, or transfer
  3. We confirm availability and discuss the organizational details in advance.
  4. A prepayment may be required to secure the booking, depending on the selected dates and availability.
    The amount and conditions are provided in advance before payment.

💳 Payment Information

  • payments are processed through Bank of Georgia
  • accepted cards: Visa / MasterCard
  • a secure payment link is provided after availability is confirmed

Training activities are scheduled according to weather conditions and the learning plan.
Final organizational details are confirmed in advance.

BOOK VIA WHATSAPP

 ℹ️ IMPORTANT NOTES (BEGINNER COURSE — 10 DAYS)

  • Daily schedule: usually around 10:00-17:00, but it may vary depending on weather and the training plan.
  • Small groups: the course is held in a limited format so instructors can give proper attention to each participant.
  • Equipment: students can train with their own equipment or with school equipment, depending on the selected option.
  • Accommodation: many participants choose to stay in the New Gudauri area for convenience, nearby shops, and walkable infrastructure.
  • Transfer: on request, we can help organize transfer from Tbilisi or from Tbilisi Airport.

📌 Recommendation

We recommend contacting us in advance, ideally several weeks before your planned dates,
so availability, equipment format, and organizational details can be coordinated smoothly.

📄 Booking Confirmation

A prepayment may be required to secure a place in the course, depending on the selected dates and current availability.
The exact amount and payment conditions are provided in advance before the payment link is issued.

If weather conditions do not allow a planned part of the training program to take place on selected days,
we coordinate schedule adjustments within available days and safe operating conditions.

If a training location needs to be changed for operational or weather reasons,
all organizational details are discussed in advance.

⚠️ Safety Briefing & Participation Guidelines

Paragliding training is an aviation activity that requires proper preparation,
weather awareness, and responsible decision-making.

Before participating in any program (Basic Course, Advanced Course or SIV Training),
all students receive a mandatory safety briefing and an explanation of how the
training process is organized.

During the safety briefing we explain:

✔ ground handling and launch safety procedures
✔ decision-making principles in changing weather conditions
✔ equipment preparation and pre-flight checks
✔ interaction with instructors during training flights
✔ safety procedures and correct reactions in unusual situations

Participants are expected to follow instructor guidance,
use certified equipment, and approach all stages of training responsibly.

We strongly recommend reviewing the full safety briefing page in advance,
where the training format, operational procedures, and participation guidelines
are explained in detail.


Review the Full Safety Briefing →

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Anatolii Mykhailiuta

SkyAtlantida Team

Local team in Gudauri focused on paragliding training, guided flying, and safe mountain logistics. Clear communication, structured coaching, and real conditions — that’s our approach. ✳️

WhatsApp: +995 551 35 5000

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Why choose us?

  • Professionalism and calm safety-first decisions
  • Personalized coaching for your goals
  • Mountain logistics handled by our team
  • Progress-focused debriefs after each flight day

Beginner Paragliding Course in Gudauri, Georgia

The SkyAtlantida Beginner Paragliding Course in Gudauri, Georgia is designed for students who want to start paragliding from zero or continue with a clear and structured foundation. Over 10 training days, participants learn ground handling, basic aerodynamics, weather awareness, flight preparation, and practical wing control under instructor supervision.

Gudauri is one of the most recognized mountain locations in Georgia for paragliding training and flight practice. The landscape, altitude, and variety of training areas allow the course format to be adapted to daily weather conditions and learning goals. This makes the program suitable for students who want practical step-by-step progress in a real mountain environment.

The course combines theory, practical training, and supervised training flights. Students can choose either the school equipment option or training with their own equipment. Accommodation, insurance, and transfer options can be planned in advance, and organizational details are discussed before confirmation.

For booking requests, availability confirmation, and payment coordination, participants can contact the SkyAtlantida team directly in advance. If a prepayment is required to secure selected dates, the terms are communicated clearly before payment. Card payments are processed through Bank of Georgia using secure payment methods, with Visa and MasterCard accepted.