Clarke Air Sports
01_WELCOME NEW STUDENTS
CONGRATULATIONS
Here’s a few things you should do now that you’ve started your training for your A-License.
First off you'll quickly learn skydiving is just as much about the people you jump with as it is the actual jumping. Here is my contact info for you to save.
You’re more than welcome to text me to ask me questions etc. Please send me a message with your name so I can save your number. You can also contact me through social media if you prefer. If I ever fail to reply feel free to message again, sometimes I read a message between loads don’t have time to reply then forget about it later in the day.
And here's Skydive New England's Facebook groups. One is catered to the Students/Instructors, and one is for everyone. If you don't use Facebook don't worry about this one, but if you do join both groups. They are a good way to stay in contact with all the people from the DZ and stay informed about events etc.
02_MY OFFICE
03_BOOK KNOWLEDGE AND TESTS
There will be quizzes throughout your training and a knowledge test before you get your A-License. Most of your training will be based on the Skydivers Information Manual aka the SIM (https://uspa.org/SIM) from the United States Parachute Association (USPA). Download the PDF for free or buy a hard copy online from ChutingStar.
The quizzes you'll be taking can be found on the USPA website as well at USPA.org/quiz. Each of these quizzes will be completed during that category of your training. After you complete the quiz screenshot your score as well as anything you missed.
Another useful study tool is the Rythm 101 skydiving app. There are A License flash cards to study as well as lots of helpful videos and other info. Download it for free below:
05_USPA MEMBERSHIP
Join The USPA
If you haven’t already, you will need to join the USPA. They will be issuing your license when you earn it, send you a copy of Parachutist Magazine every month and also provide some other benefits to members and drop zones. Join through the button below. New membership $78, then $66 each year to renew.
06_WEATHER
As you know weather has a massive effect on skydiving. One of the best places to check the weather for skydiving is Air Sports Net (USAirNet.com) and the closest airport with a forecast is Rochester, NH.
You should look at ground wind and gust speeds. As well as percentage of cloud cover and consider what height those clouds are at.
You should also be aware of the winds aloft. These are the winds above ground level all the way to the altitude we are exiting at.
07_OTHER PLACES TO FIND ME
 Venmo @Noah-Clarke-1 |
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08_DON'T FORGET I WENT THROUGH AFF TOO
10_ABOUT ME
2300+ Skydives
AFF-I, PRO, IAD-I, SL-I
Camera Flyer
Demonstration Jumps
I am experienced working at both small 182 drop zones and world famous operations like Skydive City/Zhills. I take pride in my work and the students who I teach. I can also offer private instruction for jumpers working toward their A-License and beyond. Please reach out if you're interested in becoming a skydiver.
I also am available for demonstration jumps. I would love to collaborate on specialty jump projects and anything else in the wonderful world of canopy sports.