Skydiving FAQs
Preparing For Your Skydive
All of the information you’ll need to prepare for your skydive, including arrival times, what to bring and wear, and other useful tips to ensure you have everything you need for a memorable and smooth experience.
When should I arrive at the dropzone?
Whatever time you book your skydive for is your show time, no need to get to the Dropzone any earlier, but arriving 10-15 minutes early will certainly help things run smoothly! Keep in mind that you might spend over 3 hours at the skydiving center depending on weather and scheduling factors, so please plan for a full half-day for the experience.
What should I bring (or not bring)?
When you’re packing up for your skydiving adventure make sure you’re only taking what’s absolutely necessary. Make sure you have a form of payment and a photo ID to prove your age. You can bring your phone to the dropzone, but you won’t be able to take it with you on the actual skydive.
What clothing should I wear for my skydive?
Skydiving doesn’t require you to purchase any fancy skydiving suit or special gear, we will provide you with all of the safety equipment you need for a successful jump. Make sure you wear athletic clothing that’s comfortable and snug, along with closed-toed shoes that don’t slip off.
Please do not wear flip flops, sandals, heels, heavy shoes, or boots with hooks.
Be sure to leave any loose jewelry and accessories at home, or remove them before your jump. We also suggest wearing seasonally appropriate clothing, but keep in mind that it will be slightly colder during freefall due to the elevation, so snug layers are never a bad idea!
Can I wear my glasses when I skydive?
We will provide you with goggles that can be placed over eyewear when skydiving, but there is still a risk of losing them. If you have contacts or glasses with a smaller frame, opt to wear those instead.
What should I eat/drink before my skydive?
Make sure that you eat a good meal about an hour before your scheduled time. Be sure to bring some snacks in case you’re at the dropzone longer than anticipated due to the weather. Leave enough time for the food to digest, but not so much time that you’re starving once it’s time to skydive. You don’t want anything to take your focus away from the experience!
It’s also important to make sure that you’re well-hydrated before your first skydive, and that you use the restroom before you get on the plane. Once you leave the dropzone, it’ll be about 30-40 min until your feet are back on the ground, so plan accordingly!
Should I drink alcohol the night before my skydive?
Drinking alcohol the night before or the day of a skydive is a terrible idea, trust us. The FAA and USPA both require a minimum of 8 hours after drinking to skydive but recommend a full 24 hours.
Skydive the Wasatch strictly enforces this, and will not allow you to jump if you’re intoxicated or impaired in any way. This is not only for your safety but for the safety of our instructors and the other skydivers as well.
On top of that, skydiving hungover (even if you’re no longer impaired) can be an easy way to lose your lunch and leave your instructor with a very smelly rest of the day.