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What are your hours of operation?
We are currently operating 7 days per week.
Monday through Friday from 2pm - 10pm and on weekends from 10am - 10pm. You can make a reservation by calling toll free 1-877-FLY 2 DAY or 1-888- SKYVENTURE.
How old do you have to be to fly?
Children three years old and up can fly in our tunnel. Our staff at SkyVenture are trained to provide a safe and fun environment for your friends and loved ones! We DO REQUIRE a waiver to be signed by a parent or legal guardian for anyone under the age of 18.
Are there any health restrictions?
SkyVenture is so SAFE that virtually anyone that is in reasonable health and fitness CAN FLY! Children three and up and many customers over 90 have flown in a SkyVenture wind tunnel. Please check the list below to make sure that you qualify.
We do require a waiver to be signed by a parent or legal guardian for anyone under the age of 18.
You can fly as long as you:
- Do not weigh more than 250 lbs.
- Are at least 3 years of age and fit in our gear.
- Are not pregnant
- Have not suffered from a prior shoulder dislocation.
- Are not under the influence of alcohol or non- prescribed drugs.
- Are not wearing a hard cast
Is it scary?
No,.. SkyVenture Is NOT scary. There is no feeling of falling and you do not jump into the air. You will feel like you are floating. Following the 20 minute training class, you will gear up and enter the flight chamber with your class. The instructor will be there with you at all times. When it is your turn to fly the instructor will direct you to the flight chamber door. You will lean forward into the air flow and be lifted up with the instructors help. No experience or special skills are required.
Is it safe?
Yes, and a flight instructor is ALWAYS present.
Is it fun and what does it feel like?
Flying in the wind tunnel is fun and exciting. You can learn how to fly your body in many different ways in a safe environment. Each time that you fly you can learn and gain new flying skills. Whether you are training for a competition or just want to fly for fun, you can entertain yourself for hours at SkyVenture.
The feeling of flying is like no other. Flying in the wind tunnel is identical to being in freefall.
You do not feel like you are falling, instead you feel like you are floating. You will feel supported by the wind and by changing your body position you can move around the tunnel. It is an amazing feeling and when you try it you will know why the birds sing.
Do I have to jump?
No, you DO NOT jump. The instructor will direct you to the flight chamber door where you will lean into the air flow and be lifted up with the instructors help.
Is it like real skydiving?
The experience is amazingly realistic. It is so realistic that most skydiving teams from around the world train in SkyVenture wind tunnels. Feel free to come by anytime and watch them train in the wind tunnel from the observation area.
Can I do tricks and flips in the tunnel?
Tricks and flips are done by experienced flyers. We will be offering training programs and camps that will develop your skills so that you can do many exciting stunts in the tunnel.
Can I get a video of my flight?
You can purchase a video on DVD or VHS of your flight experience. One video will capture your entire flight session, giving you a memory to last a lifetime. If you need additional copies we can provide them for you.
We DO NOT allow video cameras or any loose objects in the flight chamber. You can have someone else take video from outside the chamber.
Can I fly with my friends or family members?
You will be part of the same group (flight classes are up to 12 people). Non – experienced flyers are not able to fly with each other. However you will be able to watch each other fly and share in the experience with them. Once you have gained the necessary skills you will be able to fly with other people.
Do I need reservations?
Reservations are highly recommended as we do book up in advance. You can make a reservation by calling toll free 1-877-FLY 2 DAY or 1-888- SKYVENTURE. If calling locally 603-897-0002. We are open 7 days a week.
Cancellation Policy: You will be charged for the FULL amount of your reservation if you do not cancel outside of 48 hours for weekday reservations and 72 hours for cancellation of weekend appointments.
Do you sell Gift Certificates?
Yes, we do! Gift certificates make a great gift of adventure! Gift Certificates are Transferable to another individual but they are NOT refundable. There are NO REFUNDS on Gift Certificates. Ordering is Simple...order online through our prices page or just call our office toll free at 1-877-FLY 2 DAY or 1-888 SKYVENTURE. If calling locally 603-897-0002
What should I wear?
You will be provided with a flight suit that fits over your normal clothes.
We recommend that you wear comfortable clothing that does not restrict your movement. A shirt without a collar will be the most comfortable for you. Please wear sneakers.
What should I expect once I arrive?
Please arrive 45 minutes prior to the scheduled flight time to allow for check-in and your class prior to flight.
Check In
All flyers are required to sign a waiver. If under the age of 18, a waiver must be signed by a parent or legal guardian prior to the flight. A parent or legal guardian is not required to be present at flight time.
If you would like a DVD or pictures of your flight just let our front desk staff know when you check in.
Meet your instructor
Once everyone in your flight session is signed in you will meet your instructor. Our highly trained staff at SkyVenture New Hampshire have been professionally rated and trained to teach new flyers just like you.
Class Time
You will enter the classroom where an instructor will teach you a short class so that you will know how it all works and what to expect. Your instructor will also demonstrate the basic flying position and answer any questions that you may have.
Lockers and Gear Up
We provide lockers free of charge where you can place jewelry, keys, wallets and any loose items that may fall off of you or out of your pocket. These items are not allowed in the flight chamber due to the damage that they may cause. Locker keys are given to your instructor and he will place it in a key safe until your flight time is over.
Off to the gear counter!
You will then go to the gear counter and the instructor will give you the following items for your flight.
- Flight Suit that fits over your normal clothing
- Pro fly helmet
- Goggles
- Earplugs
- Knee and elbow pads
Once your class is geared up and ready you will gather to enter the flight chamber. It is common and exciting to see a class in the tunnel on their last few minutes just before you enter the flight chamber.
Into the Outer Chamber and Flight Chamber
The bell sounds and the doors to the outer chamber open.There are two areas in the flight chamber. There is an outer chamber and a flight chamber. The outer chamber is where you sit and the flight chamber is where you FLY!
As the last group exits the chamber you will enter and take a seat.The outer chamber doors will close and the motors will start. The air speed will come up in just a few seconds. You will soon be FLYING!
The flight instructor will step into the airflow, walking on the steel trampoline net floor. When the instructor is ready he or she will motion for the first flyer to come to the doorway of the flight chamber. Once the flier leans into the airflow they are almost immediately flying!
The flight instructor may have a light grip on the flight suit to help you position your arms and legs for a nice neutral body position. Once you are stable the instructor will let go and you are flying on your own free as a bird. You may then want to try some small movements and learn about body flight. After a minute it’s time to exit back into the outer chamber and take a seat.
We know that you will have a big smile now.The rest of your class will all fly and then it will be time for your second flight. At the end of the flying session the flight instructor will show some of their flying skills as the fans power down.
Gear return
After flying is finished you will return to the gear counter and hand back your gear to your flight instructor. If you ordered a DVD, it will be given to you before you leave.
Feel free to hang out and watch other people flying or browse our gift shop area. Or if you would like to fly some more let us know and we’ll get you ready for another session after a quick visit to the front desk.
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