PARATECH Paragliding

​The learning process..

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Paragliders can be flown anytime as long the wind is not too strong or if its raining.

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Practical training is often carried out early in the morning and in the late afternoons to avoid the heat and strong thermal activity. We have a large airconditioned classroom and often retreat there during the middle of the day to complete the required theory components. Once you progress from the training hill and start flying from the mountain launches, you will find it is often nice and cool up high and the heat is no longer an issue.

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​Paratech are one of the only schools in Australia that teach throughout the winter months with great success. Most coastal schools and schools in the Southern states are forced to close due to a lack of suitable flying weather during Autumn and Winter.

Queenslands traditionally dry winters provide excellent flying for pilots of all skill levels. Summer here is storm season, often with very hot and humid conditions. So, as your initial days are spent on small training hills practicing short flights and carrying your glider back up, we strongly recommend beginning your training from March through to late November to avoid the heat.

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Student groups are limited to 6 people which allows us to move faster through the early training stages, and take advantage of any good flying opportunities. 

It is simply not possible for students at ANY training facility to fly simultaneously for the obvious safety reasons, and it is rarely 'flyable all day' for beginners due to increasing wind and thermal strength as the sun gets higher in the sky.

A large group might be a fun social environment, but if you want more actual flying and a personalised experience....it's what we are selling.

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All modern training equipment is included in the cost, with no pressure to buy anything until you feel you want to continue on with the sport. We of course can supply a full range of the latest new or used equipment and offer discounts on packages.