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AFF Course Airlie Beach

Learn to skydive in Airlie Beach


Our AFF course isn’t just about learning to skydive – it’s a lifestyle upgrade. By day, you’re conquering the sky. By night? You’re swapping jump stories over cold ones at beachfront bars or spotting shooting stars from a hammock. Come for the skydiving, stay for the unbeatable Airlie Beach vibes.

  • AFF Packages or PAYG
  • 15,000 feet skydives over the ocean
  • All gear and instruction included
  • Accommodation available
  • Experienced APF instructors
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SKYONE Airlie Beach
4.9
Based on 719 reviews
Alessandro Storani
Alessandro Storani
Finally I can tick it off my bucket list. It was an experience that left me breathless — thanks Sam for the instructions and for making it so much fun!
Lexi Rhiannon
Lexi Rhiannon
Absolutely recommend to anyone visiting Airlie beach; I don't think there’s a better place to skydive! The view is amazing and the staff was so kind throughout the experience. Bayley was my instructor and he was great, I felt comfortable and safe the whole time. We chatted before and after, which would definitely help to keep you at ease if you were nervous. Marcus was also great, just a super chill guy. I loved it so much that I’m considering taking the solo jump course.
Megan Davies
Megan Davies
Fantastic experience - won’t say no to doing it again. Great team at Airlie. Instructor was Bayley - fun, professional, took good photos and video - great angles.Highly recommend.
Lena R.
Lena R.
My Experience with Skyone was great! I got picked up right infront of my Hostel. The sky jump itself was at 7am, so we had a great time during sunrise as well! My instructor was Waretini and he was a great funny guy who’s super professional! I’d definitely do it again!!
Consuelo Valdivia
Consuelo Valdivia
One of the most fun and wild experiences I’ve ever had! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️I was lucky to have Jayden Woods as my instructor, he was with me every step of the way, kept me calm when I was nervous, and was kind, supportive, and full of good vibes. He truly made my skydiving experience the best it could be. Thank you so much for everything! I’d definitely do it again. 🙌🪂
Response from the owner: Thanks so much for the awesome review. We’re stoked to hear you had such a fun and wild experience, that’s what it’s all about. We’ll definitely pass your kind words on to Jayden, he’ll be thrilled to hear he helped make your skydive unforgettable. Would love to see you back in the sky again sometime.🙌🪂
Tom Stephens
Tom Stephens
Epic skydive, Shaun was a top bloke
Response from the owner: Thanks for the shout-out! Shaun’s a legend and we’re glad you had an epic jump with him. Hope to see you back at SKYONE for more adventures soon!
Jolie Majohr
Jolie Majohr
THE BEST THING EVER!! I loved it. The team is amazing. I went straight to a second jump after my first. The views are amazing. Shout out to Ben, what a legend it was so much fun with you. And special greetings to Rose!! I'll definitely come back to get my license! :))
Response from the owner: Absolutely brilliant! Loving the enthusiasm — jumping straight into a second dive says it all 😄 Ben and Roos will be stoked to hear that shout-out! Can’t wait to welcome you back for your licence when you’re ready. Thanks for choosing SKYONE and sharing the hype! 🪂🔥
Jack Harvey
Jack Harvey
Did my Sky Dive with Ben today who was an absolute legend. He let us do a backflip out the plane and got some really cool shots on the go pro. Highly recommend!!
Response from the owner: Love it! Ben really knows how to take the experience to the next level 😄 A backflip out of the plane and epic GoPro footage? That’s the stuff skydiving memories are made of! Thanks for jumping with SKYONE and for the awesome recommendation! 🪂📸
Angelina Schork
Angelina Schork
I had an amazing experience jumping with Skyone. My instructor was Neal and he was so nice with me, he calmed me down a lot! Would recommend it 100%😄
Response from the owner: So awesome to hear you had such an amazing time! 😊 Neal is a legend – calm, kind, and always making sure his jumpers feel safe and supported. Thanks for the recommendation and for choosing to jump with SKYONE! 🪂💙
Mia Kelly
Mia Kelly
Was super nervous but ended up having the best time on the skydive. I had Benjamin as an instructor and he was so calm and made me feel safe! Would really recommend and thank you to Ben :)
Response from the owner: So glad to hear you had such a great time! 🙌 Benjamin is amazing at what he does – calm, supportive, and always making sure our jumpers feel safe and confident. We’ll definitely pass on your kind words to him. Thanks for jumping with us and recommending SKYONE! 🪂
Liam Farnworth 321
Liam Farnworth 321
Unreal would definitely do it again
Response from the owner: So good to hear you had an unreal time! 💥 We’d absolutely love to have you back for round two – see you in the sky again soon! 👊🪂
Tyler Platt
Tyler Platt
Best experience off my life 😆
Response from the owner: Love hearing that! Thanks for jumping with us – so glad we could be part of such an epic moment in your life! 🪂💙
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Airlie Beach AFF Course options


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AFF Stage 1

$495
  • APF student membership
  • Pre-course online training
  • Full day ground training
  • AFF Stage 1
  • All gear and materials
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AFF Full Course

$2,399
  • APF student membership
  • Pre-course online training
  • Full day ground training
  • 9 AFF Stages
  • All gear and materials
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A-Licence Holiday Package

$3,399
$3,199 without accommodation
  • AFF Full Course, plus:
  • Videos of all AFF skydives
  • 6 additional jumps with gear hire
  • A licence course and exam
  • Up to 14 days accommodation*
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B-Rels Holiday Package

$5,199
$4,799 without accommodation
  • AFF Full Course, plus:
  • Videos of all AFF skydives
  • 12 additional jumps with gear hire (8 of which can be coached B-Rels)
  • A licence course and exam
  • Up to 28 days accommodation*

(*) Accommodation available for course duration only. Student must be available to jump 6 days per week. Days off must be planned and coordinated with instructors.

Age:

Must be at least 16 years old. All minors will need parental or guardian consent.

Weight:

110kg is the maximum weight allowed to learn to skydive in Australia.

Health:

Skydiving is not physically demanding, but students must be in good general health. Shoulder injuries or dislocations can be of concern.

Time:

Staying current is very important. We don’t recommend that AFF students and novice skydivers leave more than 2 weeks between jumps.

English:

AFF students must be able to read and speak English fluently to communicate successfully with instructors.

All instruction, fees, gear and materials are included with your course, as described in our different AFF options

  • Just a few hundred metres from the coastline, our dropzone is located in Laguna Quays, about a 40-minute drive south of Airlie Beach. You will be surrounded by stunning views and great weather all year round.
  • Formerly known as Airlie Beach Skydivers and 1300 Skydive, SKYONE is the most experienced skydiving operation in Australia. We were pioneers, introducing the AFF Course in the country over 30 years ago.
  • You are in good hands with our team of skydiving instructors, licensed by the Australian Parachute Federation, with thousands of jumps each.
  • At SKYONE, safety is our top priority. Our professional riggers meticulously inspect all gear, and our aircraft undergo regular maintenance by our team of engineers

Check out our full packages to learn to skydive with accommodation included. This is a fun and convenient option if you are serious about completing your AFF course to get your licence in just a few days or weeks. You will enjoy a great atmosphere with other students and licensed skydivers.

What after the AFF Course? Learn about the path to your skydiving licence in Australia

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30+ years training skydivers in Australia

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Experienced instructors and coaches in all disciplines

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6 locations with AFF Course to Learn to Skydive

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Best prices, flexible payment options and packages

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    AFF Airlie Beach FAQs

    Frequent Questions

    Get answers to some of the most common questions about learning to skydive in Airlie Beach

    You can learn at your own pace, with no upfront payment for the full course required. Just bear in mind you should not leave more than 2 weeks between jumps when you are learning to skydive.

    You can also complete the AFF course and obtain the A licence in just a few days with one of our AFF packages.

    No previous experience required. If you’re looking to get a feel for it, a tandem skydive beforehand can be beneficial. It offers a preview of what to expect and may help reduce sensory overload during your first jump.

    It typically takes between 15 and 25 jumps, with a minimum of 10 witnessed landings achieving the A licence accuracy requirements. This is usually between $3,199 and $4,000. Learn more about the skydiving licence in Australia

    You can buy jump tickets with gear hire while you put together your first set of gear, with guidance from your skydiving instructors.

    Under current APF regulation: flying a wingsuit requires a minimum of 200 jumps, a D licence, and completing the wingsuit crest with a qualified coach.

    Yes, your APF licence will be valid in other countries, although temporary or visitor memberships may be required.

    Once you complete your B-rel table and get signed off by your Chief Instructor, you will be allowed to jump with other licensed skydivers, progressing to bigger groups with the Star Crest. Learn more about the path after you complete the AFF course

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    While other jumpers settle for boring old airfields, you’ll be strutting onto the beach like a rock star. Sand between your toes, salty breeze in your hair, and a grin so wide it might be visible from space.

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    15,000 feet skydives, amazing views, Cessna Caravans, epic crew, free parking and even heli jumps. Stay tuned for our regular events and beach display jumps.

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