Course curriculum

  • 1

    Introduction to Hang Gliding

    • Course Objectives

    • History: Humanity's Oldest Dream

    • Explain the modern Hang Glider
  • 2

    Local Hang Gliding Scene

    • Local Flying Options

    • Our National Association

    • Transport Canada's Involvment

    • Life-Long Challenge

    • Scooter Towing Explained

    • Overview of SOGA and aerotowing

    • Short Road Trips
  • 3

    Instinct Windsports

    • Instructor/Owner - Mark Dowsett

    • Instructor - Nick Jones

    • Instructor - Rod Regier

    • Instinct's Philosophy - Training Outline

    • Costs Associated
  • 4

    The Equipment

    • Basic Flight Principles

    • Glider Assembly video

    • Designer of WillsWing gliders explains how to setup a hang glider

    • Aircraft Manual - Alpha

    • Study this Armband Checklist for glider assembly
  • 5

    Preparing to Fly!

    • Is it Dangerous??

    • Your Past Experience and a bit about YOU!

    • Video: How to run, launch & flare land() a hang glider

    • What to bring to the first Beginner Course session?

    • PAR-Q Assessment form

    • Preparing for First Session

    • First Flights

    • What Does Our Training Program Look Like? Setting Expectations
  • 6

    Motivational Videos & Extra Content

    • Extra Content

    • H1 Beginner Quiz

    • Video: Live the Dream

    • Hang Gliding Origins (1970s) - Big Blue Sky

    • Hangin' Low

    • WillsWing - Building Dreams

    • Point of the Mountain - Utah

    • Video: A detailed overview of how a hang glider works