First Time Skydiving Guide: Everything You Need to Know

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The Ultimate Guide to your Skydiving Experience

If you’re a first-time skydiver, you probably have a ton of questions about the process. How do you prepare? What’s it like? Is it scary, safe, expensive? This guide was created to give you peace of mind and get you excited about this incredible adventure!

We’ve done our best to answer any questions you might have in this guide, but if there’s one we missed, please contact us and we’ll do our best to answer it right away! Want to view our FAQs page? Click here!

About Tandem Skydiving

First and foremost, you won’t be in this alone. To skydive for the first time, you must be with a tandem skydiving instructor. That means that you won’t actually be the one doing the work. It’s the job of the tandem instructor to keep you stable in the air, pull the parachute at the right altitude, and steer you back for a safe landing.

If you’re looking to skydive solo our IAD (Instructor Aided Deployment) program is your next step. This program is designed to get you certified to skydive by yourself. Even these programs, however, must begin with a tandem skydive.

Age & Weight Requirements for your First Skydive

The first step to a successful skydive is to make sure that you can skydive in the first place! Almost anyone can skydive, but there are a few requirements that exist for the safety of both the student and the instructor.

You must be at least 18 and weigh under 230lbs to skydive at Skydive the Wasatch.

For the safety of both the instructor and the student, we require that all skydivers must be at least 18 years of age and weigh less than 230lbs. Passengers over 200 lbs will be evaluated on a case by case basis.  We require a valid, government issued photo ID to prove your age.

Pricing Options & Visual Packages

The experience of a lifetime, we’ll take you to 13,000 feet over the beautiful Wasatch front. Your experienced USPA-rated and FAA certified tandem instructor will be there to guide you through the entire experience as you plummet through the air at 120 MPH, then take in the jaw-dropping scenery of the Rocky Mountains.

Standard Tandem Skydives

Our incredible tandem skydive includes ground instruction, equipment, and tandem skydive with an experienced USPA-rated and FAA certified tandem instructor. We offer significant discounts based on the time of day/day of the week. To view our full pricing schedule by date, click here.

Tandem Skydiving Experience (Variable Pricing)
Weekday & Sunday Mornings$199 – $219
Weekday Afternoons & Sunday Evenings$229
Weekday Evenings & Saturday Mornings$249 – $269
Saturday Afternoons & Evenings$279 – $299
Includes ground instruction, equipment, and an unforgettable tandem skydiving experience with a professional USPA-certified tandem instructor. Prices valid as of 2025 and are subject to change based on events and other factors.

Please note: This price structure serves as a guide, and does not guarantee pricing for a particular date/time. To view actual pricing, click here.

More Skydiving Options

Ultimate Adventurer Skydiving Experience
Take your skydiving adventure to new heights with this one-of-a-kind upgraded experience! You’ll still be paired with one of our incredibly talented and charismatic tandem instructors, but you’ll become a much more active participant in your skydive than with a normal tandem jump. In addition to the standard pre-jump briefing, you’ll learn essential skydiving techniques, get a hands-on introduction to your equipment, and get to experience the exhilaration of deploying the parachute yourself under the guidance of your instructor. You’ll also be able to take the reins and steer the parachute yourself back to the dropzone while surrounded by breathtaking views. Plus, take home a souvenir Skydive the Wasatch T-Shirt as a memento of your adventure!
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IAD Training Program
Learn to skydive: Includes gear and all jumps and instruction required to receive A-license
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Photo & Video Options

Re-live the experience and prove that you’ve checked this incredible adventure off your bucket list with one of our video packages. Packages can be purchased during the booking process or on-site.

Standard Photo Package
Includes more than 125+ high-quality photos of your experience and the jaw-dropping scenery of the Wasatch Front. Delivered directly to your email inbox and easily sharable to social media!
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Standard Video Package
Includes a 2-4 minute professionally edited video of the plane ride up, the scenic vistas of the Wasatch Front, free-fall, the parachute ride, and landing. Delivered directly to your email inbox and easily sharable to social media!
119
Deluxe Photo & Video Package
Includes 125+ HD photos and a 2-4 minute professionally edited video of the plane ride up, the scenic views of the Wasatch Front, free-fall, the parachute ride, and landing. Delivered directly to your email inbox and easily sharable to social media!
149
Content Creator Package
Includes 125+ HD photos and a 2-4 minute professionally edited video capturing the plane ride up, scenic views of the Wasatch Front, free-fall, parachute ride, and landing. Delivered directly to your email inbox and easily shareable on social media! This package also includes all the raw footage of your skydive (without background music or edits) so you can create your own content or keep the full, unedited experience as a personal memory. Delivered via USB stick before you leave the dropzone!
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Discounts

Group Discount (4-6 person group)
All group members must be booked during the same or adjacent time slots. Even-numbered groups preferred. Group discount is taken off of the total price per person.
$10 off
Group Discount (6+ person group)
All group members must be booked during the same or adjacent time slots. Even-numbered groups preferred. Group discount is taken off of the total price per person.
$20 off
Student Discount
Must be an active student and present a valid student ID. Please call for confirmation if you are unsure of your eligibility.
$20 off
First Responder Discount
Must be an active first responder. This includes firefighters, law enforcement professionals, 911 operators, individuals with an active EMT certification, and paid or volunteer ambulance drivers, paramedics, or other emergency medical personnel first on the scene of an accident or natural disaster. Please call for confirmation if you are unsure of your eligibility.
$20 off
Active Duty Military Discount
Must be a full-time member of the United States Military and show current, valid military ID. Please call for confirmation if you are unsure of your eligibility.
$20 off
*One discount per person per visit. Discounts can not be combined. Other restrictions may apply.

Dropzone Location & Directions

Located only one hour away from the Salt Lake City metropolitan area — and just half an hour from Provo — Skydive the Wasatch offers tandem skydiving over the majestic terrain of the Wasatch Front. Our central location makes us the perfect place for a day trip or as an activity on a weekend adventure.

2001 N Airport Rd
Nephi, UT 84648
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Questions? Call (385) 321-0284

  • Michelle T. Avatar
    Michelle T.
    They Are the BEST! My first time and I was extremely happy with the professionals, staff and facilities. I will absolutely be back to do it again with them!!
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    9/15/2019
  • Nate T. Avatar
    Nate T.
    Leon and the crew are awesome, and the views of Nebo Mtn and the valley are amazing. The Jump was amazing they are very professional and make you feel very comfortable and safe. We will be back
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    10/07/2023
  • Nathan C. Avatar
    Nathan C.
    This was an absolutely amazing experience. I think skydiving would be pretty amazing no matter where you go but at Skydive the Wasatch they made the experience so much better. They went the extra mile to make sure my dad, who is in a wheelchair, could jump as well and it was in incredible experience for the both of us. They clearly care about you having a great experience here!!
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    8/17/2020
  • Anthony W. Avatar
    Anthony W.
    What a great experience! This was my first time skydiving and I would most definitely do it again at Skydive the Wasatch. All of the employees were professional and very friendly. Thanks for the great jump and I will totally be reaching out again in the future. A must do bucket list for everyone.
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    9/29/2022
  • monica m. Avatar
    monica m.
    I wanted to go skydiving for my 18th birthday and was not dissapointed! I had a great experience and all everyone was super knowledgeable and helpful! Would 100% do it again!!
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    6/04/2024
  • Brittanie K. Avatar
    Brittanie K.
    I had my first sky diving experience and it was one to remember. There is no way to describe it but it is scary and exciting all at the same time. I will never forget it. 10/10 recommend Sky Dive the Wasatch. Get the photo and video package. You won’t regret it.
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    8/06/2022
  • Samuel J. Avatar
    Samuel J.
    Went on my first jump today and it was everything I could have dreamed of! The facility is clean and in beautiful country, The staff is very professional and knowledgeable in their field, and I felt completely safe the entire time! Not to mention an experience of a lifetime. I will recommend skydive the wasatch to anybody who wants to have a fun and friendly skydive experience.
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    8/12/2020
  • DeniseRochelle1 Avatar
    DeniseRochelle1
    Fantastic company! If you ever had the thought to do a tandem skydive, this is the place! They make it an easy and enjoyable experience! No big egos, just a great group of guys who provide a safe and fun experience!
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    6/21/2021
  • ShaNece R. Avatar
    ShaNece R.
    Such an amazing experience!! Monte and Leon made us feel so safe and i’d recommend to anyone!! i’m definitely going back! They are the best!
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    7/26/2022
  • Jason L. Avatar
    Jason L.
    Skydive the Wasatch is awesome. Very professional and experienced, but also very comfortable to work with. Jumped at the same time as my daughter and both of us had an amazing experience. Highly recommended!!!
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    8/10/2023

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