Skydive Fundamentals
USPA Skydiving Training: From AFF to Instructor Ratings
The depth a busy jump day doesn't leave room for.
Run by Christina and Juan Arango, USPA Examiners skydiving since 2001. Based at Skydive Palatka, Florida, and we travel to teach at USPA Group Member dropzones.
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AFF Student Resources
Free guides for every stage of your student progression.
Free resources
- Category A to H Jump Guides
- A-License Exam Prep
- Safety: Freefall Drift and Spotting
- Visualization for Skydiving
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License Progression and Canopy Coaching
Requirements, study materials, and coaching for every license level.
Free resources
Coaching
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Instructional Rating Courses
Earn your USPA ratings with flexible, blended learning programs.
Available courses
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Rigging Services
Reserve repacks by Juan Arango, FAA Senior Rigger with back and chest ratings.
Services
- USPA ExaminersCoach and Tandem
- Since 2001Skydiving
- Since 2003Teaching
- 100% freeStudy resources
Christina is a USPA AFF Instructor and Coach Examiner. Juan is a USPA AFF Instructor, UPT Tandem Examiner, and FAA Senior Rigger. Together, more than 15,000 jumps.
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