Intro to Paramotoring
Curious about powered paragliding? Start with a clear, safety-first introduction to the equipment, training pathway, and skills behind launching into the sky with a motor on your back.
What is paramotoring?
Paramotoring, also called powered paragliding, pairs a paraglider wing with a lightweight backpack motor. It keeps the simplicity and feel of free flight while adding the ability to launch from flat ground in suitable conditions.
This intro is built for people who want an honest first look before committing to a full training program. You will learn what the sport involves, what safe progression looks like, and whether it fits your goals.
A good fit if you want to:
- Understand the difference between paragliding and powered paragliding
- See the training pathway before investing in gear
- Learn what weather, site choice, and judgement mean for safety
- Ask practical questions with no pressure to rush
What you will cover
A practical overview designed to answer the big questions before you take the next step.
Gear basics
Wing, motor, harness, reserve, helmet, communications, and the support equipment involved in training.
Training path
Ground handling, motor handling, launch technique, flight planning, emergency procedures, and supervised progression.
Safety mindset
Weather windows, risk management, decision-making, and why patient instruction matters more than speed.
Course Options and Pricing
Choose the introduction or training path that matches your current flying experience.
NEW
Intro to Para-motor course — $600.00
For experienced HPAC rated Paraglider pilots.
NEW
Pre-Paramotor Introduction Day — $350.00
Includes “The Powered Paragliding Bible” textbook.
NEW
Pre-Para-motor course — $2400.00
Includes P1 Paraglider rating.
