Powered paragliding (aka paramotoring) is a form of ultralight aviation where the pilot wears a small motor on his her back (a paramotor). You then run into the air with lift from a paraglider wing. The low and slow flying capability, open feel, portability, and safety aspects for this type of flying are its greatest merits.

No Form of aviation is 100% safe therefore you should take time to seek out a registered BHPA school that is fully licenced to teach this sport. Providing the rules are followed the risk is lowered to a minimum.

This is an introduction to paramotoring, you will get hands on experience with the equipment and learn about the different parts and functions, how to set it up and how to check it before its daily use. You will then spend time getting used to controlling the glider above your head on level ground. Once you have mastered this you will then take several short hops where you are between 5 – 15 feet above the ground maintaining a straight course and flaring upon touchdown.

You will also learn some theory on how the gliders fly, what keeps us in the air and suitable weather for flying. If the conditions are suitable you will get a chance to take a tandem flight where an instructor will fly you around so you can get a feel for higher altitude.

Should you decide at the end of the day you want to carry on with training, the day you have done will go towards the full course and the price you paid for the day will be deducted off the price of the course.

Note: You will not be flying a paramotor till day 4 or 5 of the course

Day 1 will cover all the above and day 2 will start with daily checks and then more ground training before taking progressively higher flights and getting used to making turns and the correct in flight control positions. There will be short lectures on site selection, airfield management, meteorology and principles of flight. By the end of day 2 you will have flown from around 50 feet and experienced the buzz of flying the glider.

We will introduce you to a paramotor and the daily inspection we do at the start of each flying day. We will also cover safe starting and holding procedures.

Should you decide at the end of the 2 days you want to carry on with training then the days you have done will go towards the course and the price you paid for the 2 days will be deducted off the price of the course.

Note: You will not be flying a paramotor till day 4 or 5 of the course

If you are a BHPA CP rated paraglider pilot looking to learn the skills needed to convert to CP power then this conversion course is for you. We will adapt the paragliding skills you have to include the use of a power unit. We will cover paramotor check lists, take off and landing procedures and emergency procedures along with flying and lectures and the CP paragliding power exam. You will then have a restricted licence to fly within close proximity of your take off (3km radius). You will now need to gain your pilot power rating to be fully equipped to navigate your way around the airspace and fly cross country.

The 4, day course is suitable for BHPA CP rated students to convert to paragliding power pilot rated. We will follow the above 2 day course and add another 2 days to clock up more airtime and understanding of the power unit. One of the last flying tasks will be a 30km navigational flight around a set course, There will be various lectures on meteorology, airlaw and theory of flight before sitting the paragliding Power Pilot Exam.

The 5-6 day Course (depending how quick you pick it up) is a way for total beginners to get a restricted licence to fly a paramotor, You will learn practical skills with the flying along with theory lectures about meteorology, theory of flight and airmanship. Most students should experience their first Solo Powered Flight on day 4 of the course. With more flying to follow on day 5 & 6. A multiple choice exam will need to be passed at the end of this course. Once passed you will have the knowledge to safely fly within a 3km radius of your take off without the need of an instructor present, providing you are not in breach of airspace regulations.

The 10 Day course is ideal for total beginners who wish to complete the BHPA paragliding Power Course. At the end of this course students will have the knowledge to be able to competently and safely pilot a paramotor without the requirement of an instructor. You will be able to navigate your way around the sky avoiding airspace, as well as reading the sky to asses whether or not the conditions are changing. You will sit a BHPA pilot exam at the end of the course, pass it and you get your BHPA Paragliding Power Pilot (an unrestricted licence) to fly anywhere you like providing it’s not in breach of airspace regulations.

1 Day Introduction Course £160

2 Day Introduction Course £300

2 day CP to CP Power Course £369

4 Day CP to Pilot Power Course £499

5-6 Day Beginners CP Power Course £799

10 Day Pilot Course £1199

We recommend you do not purchase equipment in advance as the school provides all the equipment you need for the duration of your course. When you have finished the course you will have a better understanding of what is suitable for you to use and what is not.

Substantial discounts off training fees when purchased with a new glider and or motor.

We advise customers bring ankle high boots, long sleeve shirts, trousers, water and a camera.

Mid Wales Paragliding centre uses the latest and best equipment; the H&E paramotor or the Pap paramotor, the Advance alpha 4 or Gin Bolero 3 paraglider.

Accommodation

Basic bunk house accommodation can be arranged through us at £8 PP PN this is self catering no frills but is set in gorgeous surroundings at the foot of mountains and a lake.

Bed and breakfast accommodation can be booked through us at £55 per person / per night including continental or a full English cooked breakfast. Add £10 for home cooked evening meal and £5 for a packed lunch. Call to arrange details. 01970 871 145 / 07779 790 637

One must be aware that this is a type of sport where all customers need to have a certain degree of physical fitness and be over the age of 16.