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British Hang Gliding and Paragliding Association

BHPA Registered Schools

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BHPA Registered Schools will train you at a rate of progress that is suitable for you. They are monitored for safety, the quality of the training they offer, and the equipment they use, and their instructors are licensed by the Association.

When you start training at a BHPA registered school you will be asked to take out BHPA membership. This includes £5 million 3rd-party insurance cover, but does not include personal accident cover.

BHPA registered schools usually offer a variety of training packages. If you opt for a elementary pilot or a combined elementary and club pilot course you can apply online for Trial Membership (3 months) or Full Annual Membership.

Most schools also offer a one day taster course which is ideal if you are not ready to commit to a full course of training. In which case you will need to apply online for One Day Introductory Membership.

One Day Introductory Membership is only valid on the day of issue and you must therefore only apply on the actual day of your taster course.

For a better understanding of the various disciplines available within our sport and the training options available at each school, please visit the Our Sport and Learn to Fly pages.

To find your nearest BHPA registered school, please enter the first part of your post code and select the required discipline in the search box on the left.

Or you can use the following links to display a full list of all BHPA registered hang gliding or paragliding schools:

You can also view a full list of all BHPA registered schools operating in the UK and/or overseas:

Alternatively you can view a map showing the approximate location of all BHPA registered schools operating in the UK.

A UK wide network of BHPA recreational clubs look after flying sites in their area, and offer guidance and assistance to qualified pilots at a local level. You can also contact your local recreational club for further information about BHPA registered school operating in your area before you commit to a course of training.

Other Sources of advice and information

The following list is just a small selection of the numerous alternative sources of advice and information available on the internet. These Facebook pages and forums are completely independent, and are not affiliated in any way to the British Hang Gliding and Paragliding Association:

All BHPA registered schools operating overseas only are displayed below
School Disciplines Contact Details
Alpine Flying Centre Paragliding:
Hill

Training overseas only
Dennis Trott.
Tel: 0033 450 54 59 63.
Mob: 0033 610 63 45 58.

799 route de la Grangeat, 74700, Domancy, FRANCE, 74700.

email:
info@alpineflyingcentre.com
website:
http://www.alpineflyingcentre.com
Pilot Development, Thermalling, Introduction into Mountain Flying, Guiding. EPC/CPC courses and completions on a 1-2-1 basis. 30+ years teaching & guiding around Annecy/Chamonix.
Altitude Trips Paragliding:
Hill

Training overseas only
Emiliano Carvalho.
Mob: +41 77 97 00 785.

Studhaldenstrasse 37, 6005 Luzern, Switzerland

email:
info@altitudetrips.com
website:
http://www.altitudetrips.com
All year round long weekend courses in the Swiss Alps. We offer refresher CP+, hike & fly and cross- country courses. Region Luzern-Engelberg-Interlaken.
Flyniall Paragliding:
Hill

Training overseas only
Niall Harvey.
Tel: 00 34 665 139 122.

101 San Jose, Algodonales, 11680, Cadiz. Spain

email:
flyniall@flyniall.com
website:
http://www.flyniall.com
Full time BHPA school, specialising in pilot development & XC courses in sunny Algodonales, Spain. Become the pilot you've always wanted to be.
Flyspain & Welsh Paragliding Centre Paragliding:
Hill, Tow, Power

Training overseas only
Robert Mansley.
Tel: 0034 651 736 718.

Calle Sierra 41b, Algodonales, Cadiz, Spain, 11680.

email:
info@flyspain.co.uk
website:
http://www.flyspain.co.uk
Flyspain is the oldest BHPA school teaching in Spain,living & breathing Paragliding & Paramotoring for over 20 yrs,small exclusive groups teaching on our own private flying sites.
Love Paragliding Paragliding:
Hill

Training overseas only
Ross Trevelyan.
Tel: +34 603 618 596.
Mob: +44 7815 440 502.

Casa de los Arboles, C/Alcala Del Valle 45 y 47, Algodonales, Cadiz. Spain, 11680.

email:
info@loveparagliding.co.uk
website:
http://www.learntoparaglide.co.uk
Beginner to Club Pilot small group courses. With 15+ yrs of teaching experience & great Spanish weather, we help you achieve your paragliding dream swiftly, safely and enjoyably.
Paragliding Guide Paragliding:
Hill

Training overseas only
Nicholas Craven.
Mob: 07943 519 970.

41a Calle Nueva, Alogodonales, Cadiz, Spain, 11680.

email:
info@paraglidingguide.com
website:
http://www.paraglidingguide.com
Paragliding Spain Zero Gravity Parapente Paragliding:
Hill

Training overseas only
Jose Ramon Perez Martinez.
Tel: + 34 615 3725 54.

Calle Ronda, 10, 11680, Algodonales, Spain, 11680.

email:
info@paraglidingspain.co.uk
website:
http://www.paraglidingspain.eu
Algodonales in sunny Spain, from beginners courses EP/CP to guided tours for pilots and XC training camps. Learn to fly with us in 1 to 2 weeks!
Passion Paragliding Training Centre Paragliding:
Hill

Training overseas only
Toby Colombe.
Tel: +44 (0)208 123 7434.
Mob: +44(0)7788 291 649.

Camping Vall D'Ager, Ager 25691, Lleida, Catalunya. Spain

email:
info@passionparagliding.com
website:
http://www.school.passionparagliding.com
Lead by world record holder and former British Team pilot. Small group high quality instruction. Learn on brand new equipment in the sunshine surrounded by the beautiful Pyrenees.
Skynomad Paragliding:
Hill

Training overseas only
Nikolay Yotov.
Tel: 00 359 899 982 575.

Vasil Leuski 13 Str, Sopot, Bulgaria, 4330.

email:
mail@skynomad.com
website:
http://www.skynomad.com
Experienced in paragliding training from beginners to cross-country and beyond. Based in Sopot, Bulgaria.
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BHPA registered schools database last updated: 21 March 2024 at 09:37:44 AM