SKYDIVING LICENSES EXPLAINED - You are a solo skydiver, now what!? (Licenses A to D explained)

Finally, here are the SKYDIVING LICENSES EXPLAINED from A to D. You'll learn about what to do once you get your SOLO SKYDIVING LICENSE. The skydiving licenses allow you to have access to more disciplines as you gain more experience (number of jumps). Which SKYDIVING LICENSE gives you access to what you want to do? Discover it in this video!
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[@SkydiveVibes]

What is your skydiving license at the moment? 👇👇

[@SkydiveVibes]

Thanks Paul! Where do you jump?

[@SkydiveVibes]

Paul D Thanks a lot!

[@stopspinskydiving]

B

[@abadialsharif8537]

I have A-license with 53 jumps. I had many coaching jumps last year ( 3-way, 4-way, and even 10-way ) in order to prepare and get B-license anyway I didn't do the sequence and the written exam , so I may have to start over my training.

[@SkydiveVibes]

abadi alsharif You had a time limit? Usually it's after the written exam so if you've not done it you might be good. Unless your dropzone has a different approach. Ask them and let us know!

[@ed.tours__detours3327]

Courses : 10 jump. Licenses A : 25 B : 50 C : 200 D : 500 jump. Ok.

[@scottanthony4511]

Another tip...do what you want, within reason. If you wanna do solo dives for the next 100 jumps, then do solo dives for the next 100 jumps. I have often heard on my dropzone that skydivers are "type A personalities", which is simply not true. Some jumpers just wanna jump for the sake of jumping. So the important thing to remember is have fun, and be safe. Set whatever goals you want, and don't let others dictate how you enjoy the sport

[@TheHoliestofholies]

Just got my A license yesterday !!!

[@agastyashankhla3211]

Hlo bro I want some information about sky diving instruction. I'm writing a novel I need some help contact me please

[@RabiRose]

So in summary (please correct me if I got it wrong): ...........Solo license: -must pass introductory training course (minimum of 10 jumps) -thereafter, may only jump alone or with coaches ...........A license: -have done at least 25 jumps -thereafter, may fly with others (after being coached) as long as they have B license and at least 100 jumps -access to instruction for packing your own parachute -access to briefing on water landings ...........B license: -have done at least 50 jumps -no restrictions on jumping partners (after briefing for the number of people you're jumping with) -access to coach ratings to help others -access to briefings on night jumps, helicopter jumps and air balloon jumps ...........C license: -have done at least 200 jumps -access to short distance landings -access to jumps with camera -access to briefing on wing suits -access to more coach ratings -access to demo jumps ...........D license: -have done at least 500 jumps -access to highest coach ratings -access to tandem instructor skydives -access to larger demo jumps -access to jumps with pyrotechnics So it's the number of jumps that determine the license then?

[@SkydiveVibes]

Yes and if the instructor judges you are safe enough for you and others around. ;)

[@8o8inSquares]

I did 2 tandem jumps, now I am gonna sign up for a course to get my first license with my buddy! Thanks for all the tips, watched a lot of your videos! Wish us luck! Blue skies!

[@djrisks]

I'm thinking to sign up too, and I've only done 2 tandem jumps. How did your first license go?

[@travistomer9776]

Now you take part in the Skydive Spaceland Mentor Program and watch all your jumps NOT go according to plan but have the time of your life LOL Love the videos!!!

[@leoaraujoup]

Great explanation video! Thanks for the video and keep it up the good content!

[@SkydiveVibes]

Thanks Leo!

[@paperandpavement]

Nice job on the video keep up the good work!

[@SkydiveVibes]

Thanks!

[@ALFirebird]

AMAZING!! Thank you so much for sharing!! 🤩❤️

[@SkydiveVibes]

It's a pleasure! Are you a skydiver or looking to become one?

[@ALFirebird]

@@SkydiveVibes I have only skydived once but it's my goal to begin pursuing licenses this year when I relocate to Las Vegas. My dream is to attain my wingsuit skydiving license

[@moto__shark]

I’ll be learning this July. Thanks for explaining the licenses! Subbed to your channel.

[@k84t96]

Can't wait to get my A license!!

[@leonelnelson5498]

How about making a video about the diffrent between static line & aff courses..which one is good or better..just an idea

[@nobody6546]

Hey S V ! Great & Fun Presentation! Thanks. And quick P.S.: Funny Little Note- I’ve heard folks say, “ Hey, where’s The reminder to Always keep All your Documents in a Plastic Bag ! “ - you’ll learn why fast ! God Bless.

[@tuttt99]

Catherine, what do you think of the proposed E-Licence here in the States? I personally think our current system is unnecessarily complex as it is. I think three licence levels, with specialty ratings as needed would be better. What do you think?

[@ItsKevinDuhh]

Thank you for the mention! Keep up the videos, really liking the content. Is it true I will have to hold out till a Class C licence to jump with a GoPro on my helmet? I figured you would be able to do so once you recieve your A?

[@ItsKevinDuhh]

Just saw you posted a video regarding cameras, going to check it out now. Maybe that will answer my question!

[@SkydiveVibes]

ItsKevinDuh The USPA recommends 200 jumps or a C license but since it's a recommendation the dropzones decide what are their rule for camera. Check with your DZ. ;)

[@Noneskatrance]

It’s crazy , sometimes when I am at the tallest building , I think about it. And have to always think I need a parachute 😓😓

[@kierbear3197]

Hi can you tell me the difference between USPA FS course and BPA FS1 course ?

[@ripsumrall8018]

Oh man, it was different back in the day. Static line, a couple of pulls and I'm in a 3-way. 24 jumps I'm in a 16 way, sequential mind you, it was failure but not my fault! Night dive about 36 jumps.At around 50 jumps the stupidest idea came up... now I was jumping a ParaCommader a round... some **** named 'Roger' thought it'd be a good idea to try some CRW! And him under a 7-cell! Well, it went alright but a again failure overall. I may have had 70 jumps when I did my first demo. It was different.

[@SkydiveVibes]

Rip Sumrall In Fred it was different! Haha 😨

[@patovallejo9783]

Hi Patrick from Ecuador ....explain the membership uspa please

[@JohnSmith-mb6nl]

first class June 4th

[@ncasasl]

Wow. I just realized that outside Spain having an A license you can't jump with other A license people. Good to know.. in here it's allowed

[@kierbear3197]

Do you get a book, certificate or something that shows you have a licence when you get your licences

[@rambo6131]

If you do your AFF course abroad will it still count in the UK?

[@markusrehatschek7865]

When are you allowed to take a camera with you in the USA ? How much jumps you need?

[@Kawasaki680]

The way I understand it is with an A lincense you can jump with ANY other licensed jumper. They don’t need 100 jumps and a B license. That’s basically still only being able to jump with a coach. Because that is the limit for a coach rating.

[@SkydiveVibes]

It depends on your association. The CSPA requires you to have a B license to jump with anyone but the USPA is recommending only an A license. And you'll see that not everyone with 100 jumps and a B license is a coach so it's not really the same thing. Where do you jump?

[@Kawasaki680]

Skydive Vibes Utah. So I’m USPA, that’s where the information difference is.

[@SkydiveVibes]

Laramie Payne yeah and I did a mistake in this video. ;)

[@DineshKumar-tn7pu]

Hi, I am new Skydiver. And just Subscribed to your channel. I want to be a Tandem Instructor. And I have Red Green Color Deficiency. So my question is, is there a medical test required for Licenses? Thank you in advance!

[@evaphillips2102]

Can you attend multiple schools at the beginning point or is it recommended that you stay at one?

[@born2skydive172]

Loved your Upbeat presentation, us UK guys enjoy getting an A licence after 18 jumps rather than the USPA 25.... What I have found challenging is this... I now have my B Licence: I can jump helicopters and hot air balloons. Reality.. UK does not do Heli jumps and Hot Air Balloon jumps simply depend on if you jump a shed load at the right drop zone. 1 year later I have still not jumped a balloon.. I think it is because I am not kissing the right Tandem Factory ass.... possibly.....

[@SkydiveVibes]

Born to Skydive yeah jumping out of a balloon is tricky. Its kind of not fully legal. I know our DZ has been arranging something to allow us to do it but otherwise you have to make an aggreement with a balloon pilot. ;) I have not done it myself get after 200+ jumps...

[@born2skydive172]

Skydive Vibes : it is completely legal in Europe, for balloon jumps.. maybe different for you guys in USA and canada

[@sergej23kv]

But from UK you have cheap/low cost flights to Budapest and then drive to Skydive Balaton, big heli Mi8 jumps and they organize balloon jumps as well :)

[@marck5846]

So I can't jump together with my friend if we both have an A license (30+ jumps)?

[@leonelnelson5498]

Hi..I wonder what you said about the first licence which is the solo licence..so let say i started my AFF courses in any dropzone and complete about 9 jump..and now im free to do the fun jump?but only jump solo or with a coach at the same dropzone..is it?

[@SkydiveVibes]

Yes, it is right.

[@50buttfish]

C-13218, Retired!

[@nathansylvander4829]

how is the stadium camera safe

[@youngnurse9994]

In nursing we gave to work in a hospital or nursing home to keep our license. If we do private duty, we can't keep our license. Is it the same with keeping your skydive license? Like say if what ever level you are and you don't skydive for 6 months or a year , do you still keep your license or do you have to retrain?

[@SkydiveVibes]

Yes, You need to do a refresh training if it's been a while.

[@Impi710]

Hi if I'm over 100kg will I be able to get my skydive licence here in my country they say there is a weight restriction of 100kg.

[@vahidshaikh4563]

Hi Catherine, I am from India and plan to do skydiving course. How should I go about it?

[@dipendrasonar2260]

i wanna apply for training where can i contact for

[@chrispomaski]

A License!

[@sufficreation7077]

Minimum which lisence is required to join this field professionally as a carrier

[@CollinCabral]

Waiting for the E

[@zellstarwing]

How much for the cost to jump

[@melanivugrinec1828]

How you got into skydiving at the first place? Do you have to join a group and paid for classes or what? I really wanna know but I have no idea where to start. Could you explain that to me🤗❤️?

[@SkydiveVibes]

Hey Melani, simply look for the nearest dropzone and call them to get info on their AFF course which is the course to become a skydiver. It's a course in which you'll do about 10 jumps and you'll then be able to jump on your own. The cost is around $1500 depending on the DZ. Hope this helps!

[@melanivugrinec1828]

@@SkydiveVibes thank you😎

[@njasanie23]

@skydive vibes question for you if you did airborne school in the army does that count towards jumps for a solo license?

[@SkydiveVibes]

There are some conversions, but you would have to talk to a skydiving school.

[@njasanie23]

Skydive Vibes awesome great thank you I can’t wait until I have enough jumps to do what you do I love it

[@Alexander-Kurtz]

That's a good question. I served in a parachute regiment for few years and collected around 400 jumps (both military and "recreational week end jumps", but even after leaving the army, I am still jumping with my former regiment sky diving club. As to now I have more than 1000 jumps, and I never jumped with civilians. How does it work if I want to jump with non military sky divers?. Thank you.

[@yuriyumanskiy3916]

Seems like some wrong info but also depends on licensing authority. USPA does not limit you on who you can jump with if you have A license. C is not required for WS or camera. I fly wingsuit a with B license. I jumped heli and balloon with A

[@SkydiveVibes]

Yeah you are right I need to update this one. Thanks for pointing out.

[@hiteshpurohit6883]

Hello can u plz guide me with what would be the average or max cost of per jump as to get licence from A to B and so on we need to jump a lot.. so how much does it cost per jump.. as i think you are a bit experience guy with real experience of these sport..plz let me know sir

[@SkydiveVibes]

@@hiteshpurohit6883 If you are jumping alone, the price is around 25$ USD. With coaches, it can be more expensive. Check out the video about skydiving costs here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jaCnc2Z6jr-kack

[@yuriyumanskiy3916]

It is really difficult to say, not knowing where you are, what your skill level is and so on. To get a B license, with USPA (other agencies are different) you must do canopy course and water landing training. That is in addition to some more precision landings and RW work. Your best bet is to contact your local dropzone, discuss your experience levels with them, and your ultimate goals in skydiving. While tickets are generally $25/jump, there are variables. Coach jumps, checkout jumps, canopy course, etc. Either way, everything you learn to get your B license will be a huge benefit. Jumping from A to B is where you get most useful and actionable information.

[@alexmarks5891]

hi

[@Kierren16]

Hi, I have my A licence but haven’t jumped in about 18months. I want to get back into it, what would I need to do to refresh and get back up jumping ?

[@SkydiveVibes]

Hey! Simply get to your local DZ and ask to get a refresh. It depends on their procedure. Maybe you'll have to jump with an instructor at first but you'll be up in the sky in no time. ;) Where do you jump?

[@Kierren16]

Skydive Vibes thanks for the reply, normally jump from Netheravon Salisbury england 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿. Planing on going down to there next weekend, looking forward to jumping again

[@SkydiveVibes]

Awesome. Let me know how it went!

[@aljazdokl2385]

I don't quite understand what you said for the D license where you said "demel/dembel/?" jump. And what is that?

[@SkydiveVibes]

Aljaž Dokl Hey. I did relisten to it and I can't find the part you are talking about. What do I say before or after? Do you have the time? (That must be my french accent hahaha)

[@aljazdokl2385]

Skydive Vibes Skydive Vibes Skydive Vibes You will be able to do larger "demble?" jumps and also do pyrotechnics jumps... It's at 5:17. And I really thank you for replying to my question and also so quickly... Thank you!!

[@SkydiveVibes]

Aljaž Dokl oh got it. "Larger demo jumps" meaning more spectacular and with more people. ;) It's a pleasure to help! Are you jumping already or looking to become a skydiver?

[@aljazdokl2385]

Skydive Vibes Thank you again for the answer! I got inspired for skydiving from all the people saying how awesome it is but then I tried to get so quality info about it and I couldn't find it untill I meet your videos. I really got to say thank you for such quality and useful info you make with your videos! Also I am 15... And I will literally have to wait 1 more year because I am born in October and that's when it's cold in Slovenia. Love your videos and keep it up... And don't worry about your accent, it's really nice! I have one and it's waaaay worse xD

[@SkydiveVibes]

Thanks a lot! Stay tune for even more videos!

[@jampheltsering400]

D - 39067.

[@marnofranck6204]

Awesome videos! I'm Learning so much thank you!. I want to go for my AFF License. Just a question, How many people or how often is it to fail a lesson while doing AFF? I'm just curious because one lesson is quite a lot of money, learning on the ground with a instructor is quite different while in the air and falling great speed, and the wind is not your friend. So is it easy to fail?

[@SkydiveVibes]

Marno Franck Thanks. Well for the AFF you pay the course in full and do not worry. If you listen and apply what you learn (you don't need to be perfect), you wont have any issue to pass it. They want you to become a skydiver and the goal is to make sure you are safe not to make you fail...

[@marnofranck6204]

Thanks for the reply. There's not a lot of people I know that got their license without failing 1 or 2 lessons and they had to pay for that lesson again. You're videos help a lot, it's better to go with some knowledge when they explain and show you something. 2 days ago I didn't even know what a canopy was haha. But again thank you. Will have a lot more questions in the future. Regards from South Africa, Pretoria.

[@psychoticmemories2583]

I just stopped by my local DZ to inquire about the AFF license. It was suggested that I join them at the wind tunnel before my first jump since I asked what happens when a lesson needs to be repeated. Oh, just like you, I am new to skydiving. Just had my first (and only) tandem jump less than 2 weeks ago.

[@marnofranck6204]

Here in South Africa where I'm going for my AFF license we don't have wind tunnels, or that is what I was told. But I'm not so worried if I fail cause I saw that our instructors know what they are doing and if they see I'm struggling with something they will help me how they can but if I continue to skrew up then I deserve to fail and do it again.

[@SkydiveVibes]

psychotic memories Yes, starting with tunnel time is a great way to master the flying skills first. I did it too & I recommend it.

[@franky1438]

I have a question. Are these licenses the same all arround the world?

[@SkydiveVibes]

It depends on the skydiving association. Here it is about the USPA (usa). BPA (british) will be different as well as CSPA (canadian)

[@franky1438]

@@SkydiveVibes Thanks for the info😁. I'll do some digging, how it is in my country (Slovenia).

[@xBoddahhh]

APF in Australia is a bit different. We have licenses A-F

[@thexmen9435]

We in morocco there a scool that give licence to jump solo after just 7 jumps . I dont now if this okey or i have do 10 jumps .plz respond

[@SkydiveVibes]

It can vary depending on the school and/or association.

[@thexmen9435]

@@SkydiveVibes thank you

[@ncasasl]

I'm Spain the aff it's only 7 jumps too. Usually you do a tandem and a little tunnel time before but that's it

[@razor75250]

Is a USPA license valid in other countries??

[@SkydiveVibes]

Yes it will be. :) You need the A license which is right after solo since the solo is only valid in the same country.

[@supergamerfr]

Do you know how much an instructor earn ? Keep up with your good work

[@adarbrizo1440]

So as a solo skydiver I cannot have a GoPro on my helmet ? What does that have to do in regards to advancing in steps ? Can someone clarify

[@adarbrizo1440]

Why is that ? can someone explain?

[@SkydiveVibes]

Hey Adar. You are never required to jump with a camera so this should not block your progression. If at some point you want to jump with a camera then you need to achieve the requirements. Does that answer your question?

[@adarbrizo1440]

Skydive Vibes absolutely so it is prohibited since I am in the US? Untill I have at least 200 jumps ?

[@SkydiveVibes]

@@adarbrizo1440 No it's not prohibited. It's a recommendation so not mandatory. Usually each DZ has there own set of rules so you would have to ask them. ;)

[@adarbrizo1440]

Thankyou ;) your the best !

[@leonelnelson5498]

Hello catherine how its goin?great video and info..what licence are you in now?

[@SkydiveVibes]

LEONEL NELSON I am a C license and you?

[@leonelnelson5498]

Skydive Vibes i have no licence yet..but maybe this year if got time or early next year im gonna get my A licence..i cant wait..😂

[@leonelnelson5498]

Skydive Vibes and c licence normaly how many jump to get C licence..?and do you have any planing to become skydive instructor in the future?

[@SkydiveVibes]

Make sure to let me know when you start! ;)

[@SkydiveVibes]

It takes 200 jumps to get to that level and, of course, planning it this summer. ;) Coach 1

[@victorruiz5839]

What's the probability of getting a job after getting the d license?.?

[@wildeyestudios5]

so no gopro until you reach 200 jumps?

[@SkydiveVibes]

It depends on your dropzone but USPA recommends 200 jumps, yes.

[@DanielOutdoors]

So there no really a need to take A license after AFF 1-7. Im kinda of happy with Solo License

[@tomsavage3774]

What do you mean? You don't want to get the A licence? At the two dropzones I've been to you have to have someone accompany you in the plane to help with spotting and tell you when to jump. You essentially have to pay for two jump tickets - one for yourself and one for the instructor, regardless of whether you actually jump with them or not

[@SkydiveVibes]

As Tom says, you are still categorized as a student with only a solo license. Plus you can't jump at other dropzones. Getting your A license is a smart thing to do. As you progress in the sport, you'll want to try new things and jump with buddies so for that you need to progress through the licenses. It is great since it gives you goals which helps in making you improve your skills.

[@DanielOutdoors]

@@SkydiveVibes Ok, I will. But actually you can jump in other dropzones. You only need to change your club, at least here in Norway you can

[@nwsmoat2674]

A can jump with other A!

[@tnipp1285]

👍👍

[@jeetgadara6648]

Can you give me idea about the fees for AFF training??

[@SkydiveVibes]

I did a video a while back about the costs in skydiving: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jaCnc2Z6jr-kack Where are you based?

[@jeetgadara6648]

@@SkydiveVibes I am from India🇮🇳

[@jeetgadara6648]

@@SkydiveVibes I want to contact you please help me...

[@SkydiveVibes]

@@jeetgadara6648 you can contact me through email at [e-mail]

[@jeetgadara6648]

@@SkydiveVibes thank you so much😊

[@vyomsharma1531]

I am planning to AFF, then A license from Sky Dive Dubai, but before spending money on it I want to know can I make Sky diving my profession, my source of income? It's in my blood, I have done 5 static line before.. Please guide me.. Should I go for it or not?

[@SkydiveVibes]

It can become a profession if you are jumping all year round. But you need experience first to make decent income as a jumper. There is also many jobs on the ground at the DZ.

[@vyomsharma1531]

@@SkydiveVibes I am from India, there's no such club doing sky dives, I have done military static line before, can you specifically guide me on the total expenses for 1 year jumps (say more than 100) or getting job at some DZ..

[@vyomsharma1531]

@@SkydiveVibes I don't know anyone in this field, early looking for someone who could guide me understanding my pocket as his pocket.. 🙂

[@SkydiveVibes]

@@vyomsharma1531 I did a video on costs in skydiving check it out. And you can always call Skydive Dubai for more info.

[@vyomsharma1531]

@@SkydiveVibes sure thanks a ton...

[@98976h]

well I finally got my A licence

[@RossWild]

ayyy nice one i got mine few days ago

[@SkydiveVibes]

Awesome! Congrats!

[@MrAshishras]

congratulations

[@rodrob9280]

trying to figure where is that accent from?

[@SkydiveVibes]

I am a french Canadian. ;)

[@replynotificationsdisabled]

And she's gorgeous!

[@berendcasper9233]

I turned off the volume and it looked like a sign language video

[@SkydiveVibes]

Berend Casper haha trying to be entertaining even if I am just talking! ;) but I am getting better already!

[@greyhounds81]

So what your saying is that I need 50 jumps in order to start my B licence class?

[@SkydiveVibes]

yes. ;) Where are you based?

[@greyhounds81]

@@SkydiveVibes minnesota!

[@sergej23kv]

That's a minimum jumps you need. There are other things you need to have done as well like water training, certain time in free fall etc etc. For example one can have 50 jumps and 30 are hop n pop jumps, that doesn't qualify for B licence because there is not enough free fall time.

[@Paleotech1]

Bear in mind that skydiving is a self regulated sport. There are no legal requirements for licensing of any sort in the United States..

[@SkydiveVibes]

"Self" as in the association, USPA. Not each skydiver. ;)

[@punjabitrends]

I become a skydiver but skydiving is so expensive...

[@fujimatosa]

Why I hear russian accent?

[@replynotificationsdisabled]

Too bad my 30 plus paratrooper exits won't count. Edit- just found out they'll count towards B,C, D.

[@raylow304]

it will be great if you just rap with it.

[@SkydiveVibes]

Hahaha. ;)

[@raylow304]

just kidding ;) but i love your videos though

[@TommyTMOD]

Quiz: what mistake did the girl on helicopter jump photo ?

[@greyone308]

56 jumps, no license. Never even heard of a solo license. I really need a time machine.....

[@Anni3sgotagun]

You would think CLASS A would be the final class like driving. Class D is noobs and Class A is professionals Weird