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Learning
the right way
Across
the world National Paragliding organizations such
as USHGA - United States hang gliding and paragliding
association, BHPA British hang gliding and
paragliding association etc. that govern the sport
of Paragliding within the respective countries and
shoulder the responsibility for ensuring adequate
training, pilot and instructor qualifications, aircraft
worthiness and safety as well as monitoring training
with the view of increasing standards.
The sport in India is still in a nascent
stage and the country is a large one with no national
association and as a consequence no standardized training
system in the country.
Nirvana Adventures follows the BHPA
progressive training pattern and rating system a comprehensive,
tried and tested paragliding training program which
is designed to teach the necessary flying skills in
a logical progressive way, together with imparting
the essential knowledge and skills which you need
to continue flying safely.
An established school
It
takes only a few days to learn the basics of flying
and enjoy a free flying experience yet you may want
to choose a school that will be involved in your development
as a pilot if you decide to continue with the sport
as a hobby.
At Nirvana Adventures we have courses
for those looking for a one time solo flying experience
as well as training programs and infrastructure to
support your development as a pilot should you decide
to continue with the sport as a hobby.
A holiday Atmosphere
We
have created a holiday atmosphere around our courses
so when you sign up for a course you not only learn
how to fly but also have the added advantage of a
great holiday experience.
Native Place where we are based is a
unique guesthouse over looking a stunning lake is
a great place to relax and unwind. It is famous for
great meals and on the weekends the BBQ & tandoor
nights are party time for pilots and friends. You
stay at the best place in the area and get to network
with other hobby pilots, form friendships and flying
buddies. It is open to pilots, students, friends and
family.
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Why Nirvana - Facts
| Instructor / Student Ratio |
1 : 3 , Ensure quality of instruction & ease of learning |
| Instructors |
Full time resident
instructors |
| Equipment / Student Ratio |
1 : 1 , Dedicated use of glider during course |
| Equipment Consistency |
Dedicated flying gear allocated from day 1 |
| Course Program |
Based on International guidelines |
| Course Material |
Logs / Records / Manuals Included |
| Course Availability |
Full Time ( 8 months except monsoons ) |
| Theory Plus Interactive Video sessions |
Included |
| Daily Site Transport |
Included |
| Accommodation |
Exclusive guesthouse for students, visting pilots, family and friends |
| Food |
Delicious home
cooked Indian , Continental BBQ and Tandoor cuisine
included |
| Pilot
/ Student Interaction & Get Together's |
Regular weekend
fly-ins and visiting pilot interactions |
| Equipment Avaialbility |
Stock of Certified
Equipment of all Sizes |
| Equipment Hire / Supervision |
Special rates for students to keep you flying |
| Equipment Purchase |
Sole dealers of state of the art equipment - full support |
| News Updates |
Regular Newsletters on Nirvana & Paragliding |
| Certification |
Based on International standards |
| The Trip |
Learning, Fun , Excitement , Relaxation |
| Overall |
Hassle free all included & looked after paragliding holiday |
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OUR
INSTRUCTORS, STAFF & TRAINING PROGRAM
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Nirvana Adventures has full
time instructors and staff available to teach you on
a daily basis.
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We follow a planned system of training that draws
from the British Hang Gliding and Paragliding Association
(BHPA) standard operating procedures and pilot proficiency
systems modified to suit to our geography and weather.
We put you through the paces keeping your level of fitness,
comfort and progress in mind. Radio contact as you launch,
fly and land accompany you throughout all of your training
flights.
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We allot our students a set of equipment for their
exclusive use during the course period ensuring
that you do as much ground training and as many flights
as possible in each session. The entire set of equipment
consisting of a helmet, paraglider, harness & radio
corresponding to your weight range and skill level is
reserved for your exclusive use on the days of your
training so you do not waste precious time waiting until
someone else finishes his turn.
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Our course programs are designed to keep your flying
needs in mind. For example our 3 day achieving free
flight program is great for someone looking for a one
time free flight experience. By the end of this course
you complete 3 to 5 solo flights and many more bunny
hops or low level flights. If you decide you want
to continue with the sport you can upgrade to the beginner
5 day course by signing up for 2 more course days. This
gives you enough time to practice the basics (ground
handling, take offs & landings) and get them right.
This increases your confidence and hones your skills,
giving you a number of short flights before you proceed
to longer and higher flights.
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We have a flexible training program. You may choose
to do a course or even two courses at a stretch or over
weekends if this suits you better. This has allowed
us to train pilots form around the country and the world.
(Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad, Goa, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad,
Vishakapatnam, Salem, Delhi, Sri Lanka, the Middle East,
France, UK, Italy, Spain, Hong Kong, Singapore , China,
Thailand, Germany, Switzerland, Turkey, Alaska, Holland,
Denmark , New Zealand, Australia, Canada, Mexico , Belgium
, Finland, America and Russia).
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Incase you are traveling abroad or in case of our
non Indian students we liaise with the local school
/ club and assist you in getting the necessary paperwork
to fly abroad.
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Our student - instructor ratio of 3:1 ensures
that you get personal attention, doesnt waste
your time or compromise on your safety.
OUR EQUIPMENT AND INFRASTRUCTURE
- We have a large stock
of certified equipment for all weight ranges and pilot
ability and can consequently assure you quality, airworthy
equipment (paraglider, harness, helmet and radio) suited
to your weight range and skill level.
- We take care of your transport
to the flying site. This means you dont have
to drive your car up and down the bumpy village roads
to the site and back each day.
- Native Place here we are
based is a purpose built guesthouse equipped with
audio video facilities a briefing room and international
bunkhouse style accommodation over looking a stunning
lake. It is famous for great meals and on the weekends
the BBQ & tandoor nights are party time for pilots
and friends. You stay at the best place in the area and
get to meet pilots and students from all over the world.
OUR
PLAN TO KEEP YOU FLYING
- We rent you equipment
at subsidized rates that no other school can match.
In order to be in a position to do this we maintain ample
stocks of equipment. Once you complete our EP and CP course
you can rent a wing and fly with us until you graduate
to the position of having your own wing.
- Since we are based here
we are available 24/7 and are always around to fly
with you, assist you and offer advice.
- Our students are entitled
to special rates at the Native Place guesthouse that
include food, stay and site transportation.
- We organize periodic fly-in’s
at Kamshet which are open to ex students and friends.
- Students and pilots
are welcome to join our flying trips in India and abroad.
Check out our flying
trips page.
- We are authorized dealers
for a variety of reputed equipment manufacturers (paragliders,
harnesses, helmets and flying accessories) and can offer
our students top of the range equipment at the best prices.
- The Native place guesthouse
is home to pilots, their families and kids offering a
warm hospitable, friendly atmosphere to non flying family
members when their spouses are out flying. Here you get
to network with other hobby pilots, form friendships and
make plans to meet and fly together.
OUR REPUTATION AND EXPERIENCE
- We have been flying
and teaching at Kamshet since 97’. Over
the years we have trained numerous people from all over
the country and the world. We have run training programs
in Goa, Bangalore and Sri Lanka. Our activities have been
featured in a remarkable variety of reputed newspapers
& periodicals. Check the Nirvana
in the news page.
- We have discovered the
area & the sites, built the necessary infrastructure,
and have converted this remote area into an attractive
paragliding destination drawing students and pilots from
all over the world. When you fly with us you share our
goodwill and our experience.
- Paragliding is a wind based
sport and your initial classes have to be conducted in
smooth gentle winds. Our area boasts idyllic flying
weather, constant conditions and consistently trainable
sites where one is usually assured of a morning and
late afternoon window (training / flying period) when
the winds are gentle and consistent. In the rare event
that the weather gets unsuitable we inform you ASAP. If
you are already at Native Place with us, we usually plan
something to do so that the time is well spent.
- When advising our clients
about purchasing a wing we focus on making the right match
between you and your equipment. We make
sure we advice our students according to their ability,
needs and regularity of their flying
OUR MOTTO AND GUIDING PRINCIPLES
- Our emphasis is on getting
our students to enjoy the sport and fly safely. We
have a proven track record and will be here to support
you long into the future.
- Upgrading our equipment
and our teaching skills to keep abreast with the latest
innovations in the sport is high on our list of priorities.
It is our policy to have the best equipment available
to our students and clients. Our high standards have always
been appraised by those who attend our courses.
- We are conservative in
our training programs and teaching and tandem flights
are done only in ideal conditions. .
- Our courses incorporate
a holiday atmosphere so along with learning to fly
you get to chill out and have a break from work and the
city as well.
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