Further information

Adding a Fundraising Profile

Last updated on 7th December 2010

We encourage all fundraisers to set up online fundraising pages with one of our supported systems. Once you've done this, you can save the URL or link to this page along with your challenge booking, so that we can track your progress.

In order to enter your online fundraising profile, head to the Challenge Control Panel, available in My Choose a Challenge. Log in using the original account you used to sign up to the challenge, and then scroll down to the challenge you need.

Unless online fundraising has been disabled for your challenge, you'll be able to enter the link into the available box. Make sure to include the complete link, including "http://www." at the start. The automated process should tell you whether your page has been accepted or not. If you make a mistake, or change the URL of your profile, you can clear the details and start again, but this feature is only available until the date of your challenge.

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Medical Consent

Last updated on 7th December 2010

Medical restrictions are listed at the beginning of the sign up process for each challenge. If you suffer from any of the listed medical conditions or any other medical conditions applicable to your challenge then you are required to detail these in the Medical Declaration part of the sign up process.

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Parental Consent

Last updated on 7th December 2010

Parental consent is required for minors to participate in our challenges. Consent can be provided by a parent or guardian. The parent or guardian must complete the Parental Consent section of the sign up process by providing some personal details and also agreeing to the relevant terms. The personal details and the agreement to terms MUST be filled in by the parent or guardian themselves and not by the minor wishing to participate in the challenge or any other third party.

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Paying a balance or deposit after registration

Last updated on 7th December 2010

Once you've signed up to a challenge, it's easy to make any further payments for it through your Challenge Control Panel, available in My Choose a Challenge. Log in using the original account you used to sign up to the challenge, and then scroll down to the challenge you need.

If there are any additional products available then they will be listed here. Click "Add to Basket" for each of the products you want to purchase, and then head to the Shopping Basket to complete payment. Once you've entered your card details, and passed any security checks, you will be emailed a copy of your receipt.

If this does not arrive, or you have any other difficulties, then please contact us.

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Payment Options

Last updated on 7th December 2010

The cost of your challenge can be covered in these two ways.

Self Funded

You pay for the costs associated with your challenge and 100% of the funds you raise go to your charity. The Self Funded payment method is available for all challenges and for all charities. You will be informed of your charities preferred fundraising method when you sign up to your challenge.

Sponsorship Funded

Some charities allow you to take part in challenges for them using the Sponsorship Funded payment method. If you raise at least the “Sponsorship Requirement” by the “Sponsorship Deadline” then you can use some of your sponsorship to pay for the costs associated with your challenge - your charity pays the costs associated with your challenge and you get to take part in your challenge for free.

The sponsorship requirement is defined by your charity and is dependent on the costs associated with your challenge - the higher the cost the more you are required to raise. You will be informed on registration which of the following two fundraising methods you are required to follow:

Specified Fundraising: You are required to raise at least the cost of your challenge in offline (cash) donations. These cash donations are then to be used to pay for the cost of your challenge. The remaining sponsorship can either be raised online or offline (cash) and then passed to your charity.

Unspecified Fundraising: You can raise the sponsorship requirement in any way you like (online or offline). If you raise the sponsorship requirement by the sponsorship deadline then we send an invoice for the costs associated with your challenge to your charity and your charity will pay for the cost of your challenge.

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Skydiving > After your skydive

Last updated on 7th December 2010

Once you've completed your skydive it's likely that you'll be hooked. It this is the case and you're interested in doing another skydive then please get in touch.

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Skydiving > Clothing

Last updated on 7th December 2010

Goggles, helmets and gloves are all provided. A large selection of jumpsuits of varying size are available at most airfields.

The jumpsuit you will be given is worn over your normal clothing. Air temperature decreases the further you go up. In the winter, or when it is cold at ground level, it will be colder at full altitude, and so lots of thin warm layers are a good idea. In the summer, or on a warm day, you can jump in just a t-shirt and shorts underneath your jumpsuit.

Generally speaking, you should wear loose fitting, warm comfortable clothing. Flat soled shoes, trainers or other securely fitting shoes should also be worn. You should not wear tight fitting or restrictive clothing. Tight jeans are normally a bad choice.

Ear plugs are not provided and so if you wish to wear ear plugs then please arrange and purchase these individually and at your expense prior to the day of your skydive.

Hair

If you have long hair then please bring hair bands to tie and secure your hair as appropriate. You will be able to tuck long hair into the back of your jumpsuit or under your helmet.

Naked/Underwear Skydive

It is sometimes possible to do a naked/underwear skydive although it will be rather cold at full altitude. If you wish to do a naked skydive then we must first seek approval from the airfield and find a willing instructor. Please contact us if you wish to do this.

Fancy Dress

It is sometimes possible to skydive in fancy dress however the outfit must be in no way restrictive or loose. Dressing up as a super hero with a cape and foam inserts for fake muscles is a definite no. Please contact us with further details of your intended outfit if you wish to do this.

If you wish to wear a t-shirt over the top of your jumpsuit then this can sometimes be arranged. Holes will need to be cut in the back of the t-shirt to allow the harness clips to clip on to the harness worn over the jumpsuit. Please speak to your skydiving instructor on the day of your skydive if you wish to do this.

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Skydiving > Fear

Last updated on 7th December 2010

The view from 10,000ft+ is like looking at a map - it's not like standing on top of a building where you can see the height of everything around you. This allows many people who are scared of heights to successfully skydive with us every year with some people doing it in a specific attempt to overcome their fear.

However, if you are too nervous/scared to skydive then you will remain on the aircraft with your instructor and you will land in the aircraft. You will forfeit any monies paid for your skydive. You will not be pushed out of the aircraft and no one will force you to jump.

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Skydiving > Friends, Family and Spectators

Last updated on 7th December 2010

Information for getting involved as a group.

Spectators

Friends and family are welcome to come to the airfield to watch you complete your skydive (or you could get them to sign up too!). Please make them aware that due to weather constraints we cannot let you know what time you will complete your skydive and so they could be waiting all day if the weather is not jumpable.

Spectators will be able to watch and photograph your skydive from the spectators area. Spectators will only be able to photograph you as you are coming in to land as camera lenses are not strong enough to be able to see you during freefall.

Children

Children must be supervised at all times whilst on the airfield.

Animals

Animals, excluding assistance dogs, are generally prohibited. You should check with the airfield directly if you wish to take an animal along to the airfield.

Skydiving with others

Whilst we can't make any guarantees, we will, where possible, do our best to arrange for friends, teams or other groups of people to be on the same flight as one another. You will not be able to be with your friends during freefall.

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Skydiving > Height & Weight

Last updated on 7th December 2010

Height, weight and Body Mass Index (BMI - the ratio of height to weight) restrictions apply to all types of skydiving. Each airfield and each type of skydive have different restrictions in place. The relevant restrictions are outlined on the relevant page for each location.

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Skydiving > Insurance

Last updated on 7th December 2010

All of the skydives available on our website include the mandatory Third Party Legal Liability Insurance and Death and Critical Injury Insurance provided by the British Parachute Association as well as Personal Accident insurance (unless otherwise stated).

You are strongly advised to thoroughly read through the insurance policy and the insurance provided may not be sufficient for you.

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Skydiving > Medical Consent

Last updated on 7th December 2010

You are required to complete a Declaration of Fitness form prior to your skydive and to take the completed form along to the airfield with you on the day of your skydive.

You do not have to be particularly fit to do a tandem skydive, a higher level of fitness is required for a Static Line Skydive or an Accelerated Freefall Skydive, but there are some medical conditions that require medical consent. If you suffer, or have ever suffered, from one of the listed medical restrictions or if you are 40 years of age or over then medical consent is required:

Epilepsy, fits, severe head injury, recurrent blackouts or giddiness, disease of the brain or nervous system, high blood pressure, heart or lung disease, dislocated shoulder, recurrent weakness or dislocation of any limb, diabetes, mental illness, drug or alcohol addiction, previous fractures, back strain, arthritis and severe joint sprains, chronic bronchitis, asthma, rheumatic fever, pneumothorax, liver or kidney disease, anaemia, thyroid, adrenal or other glandular disorder, chronic ear or sinus disease or any condition which requires the regular use of drugs. Regular or recent blood donation.

Medical consent can be obtained from your doctor or other health professional. Your doctor should complete the relevant section at the bottom of the Declaration of Fitness form - a separate “doctor's note” is not sufficient. Your doctor may require you to book an appointment in order to carry out an assessment and a fee may be charged. If you are 40 years of age or older then you require medical approval regardless of your health or level of fitness.

Downloads

British Parachute Association (BPA) Tandem Fitness Form (for Tandem Skydives)

British Parachute Association (BPA) Solo Fitness Form (for Static Line and Accelerated Freefall skydives)

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Skydiving > Parental Consent

Last updated on 7th December 2010

The minimum age to do a skydive is 16 years of age. If you are below 16 years of age then you are not able to do a skydive. If you are 16 or 17 years of age then your parent or guardian must witness your Declaration of Fitness form by signing and printing their name. Your parent or guardian will also need to accompany you on the day of your skydive.

Downloads

British Parachute Association (BPA) Tandem Fitness Form (for Tandem Skydives)

British Parachute Association (BPA) Solo Fitness Form (for Static Line and Accelerated Freefall skydives)

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Skydiving > Photos and Videos

Last updated on 7th December 2010

You can arrange for your (tandem) skydive to be filmed by a cameraman who has a camera strapped to the side of his / her helmet. If you want your skydive to be filmed then please request this when you arrive at the airfield as you are unable to book or pay for a tandem video prior to the day of your skydive.

The price of having your skydive filmed varies at each location. Some locations provide photos as well as video but an extra fee may be charged.

The duration of the video depends on the altitude from which you leave the aircraft. Usually the video of your skydive will last around 5 minutes. This will include an introduction, ascent on the aircraft, exit, freefall, opening of the parachute and landing.

Spectators will be able to watch and photograph your skydive from the spectators area. Spectators will only be able to photograph you as you are coming in to land as (most) camera lenses are not strong enough to be able to see you during freefall.

You are unable to take a camera (or any other equipment) with you for use on the aircraft or during your skydive. As an inexperienced skydiver this would be extremely dangerous and is strictly prohibited.

 

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Skydiving > Safety

Last updated on 7th December 2010

We could not successfully operate our business if the skydiving centres we use did not adhere to a strict set of safety practices. All of the skydiving centres we use are affiliated to the British Parachute Association (BPA), the most safety conscious skydiving association in the world. Some element of risk will always be present in any activity and this risk must be accepted by all participants.

All of the equipment used is maintained and serviced by qualified BPA riggers. Equipment is checked in several stages before your skydive: when the parachute is packed, when the parachute is put on, a check from an instructor on the ground and another check before you leave the aircraft.

In the very rare occurrence that the main parachute fails to open correctly your instructor will take the necessary steps and will open the reserve parachute if required.

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Skydiving > Silly Questions

Last updated on 7th December 2010

We have genuinely been asked these questions :)

Why/How do you go up when you skydive?

They don't. This misplaced belief comes from people who've watched skydiving videos where the cameraman and jumper are falling at the same relative speed (normally around 125mph). When the jumper deploys their parachute they slow down rapidly, while the cameraman continues to fall at a faster speed. This accounts for the separation between the jumpers.

When you jump out of the aircraft and you are floating, how do you decide to come down?

You don't “float” during a skydive - you fall. The “coming down” decision is made for you by gravity.

Does the aircraft have to stop for you to jump out?

No. Whilst a car has to stop in order for the passengers to exit the vehicle safely this is not true for a aircraft whilst it is in the air. The reason a car has to stop is because otherwise the passengers will exit the car and hit the ground at speed. When a aircraft is in the air the exit altitude is several thousand feet above the ground and so this is not an issue.

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Skydiving > Types of Skydive

Last updated on 7th December 2010

The different skydives we offer.

Tandem Skydive

Tandem skydiving is the most popular type of skydiving. Very basic training (about 30 minutes in length) is given prior to your skydive and no previous experience is necessary. You are connected via a harness to a highly experienced tandem skydiving instructor and taken to approximately 12,000ft (2.3miles, 3.7km).

The instructor takes control of the entire skydive from exiting the plan, freefall, opening and piloting the parachute, and finally to landing. A tandem skydive last for approximately 20 minutes from take off to landing with approximately 45 seconds spent in freefall and around 5 minutes spent under the parachute.

If you require a female tandem skydiving instructor for any reason then, given enough notice, we will try our best to arrange this for you. Female tandem instructors are very few and far between but if we are unable to arrange a female instructor then you will be informed.

Static Line Skydiving

Static Line Skydiving is a type of skydive where your parachute is deployed by a fixed cord. Approximately 9 hours of training is required before doing a static line skydive - the skydive usually takes place the day after the training, but no previous experience is necessary.

You exit the aircraft from approximately 5,000ft (0.9miles, 1.5km) and approximately 4 seconds spent in freefall before the static line deploys your parachute. The static line is a fixed cord, one end of which is attached to your parachute whilst the other end is attached to the aircraft. The static line is around 15ft (5m) in length and, as it pulls tight upon exiting the aircraft, it opens the parachute regardless of actions taken or not taken by you.

Once the parachute is deployed you put your training to use by piloting the parachute to the landing area.

Static Line Skydiving allows you continue skydiving in order to become a fully qualified skydiver.

Accelerated Freefall Skydiving (AFF)

Accelerated Freefall skydiving is a type of skydive whereby you wear your own parachute and you are not attached to an instructor. After you have undertaken a full day of intensive skydiving training, you are able to skydive from full altitude, usually around 12,500 ft (4km), with the assistance of two skydiving instructors who skydive in the air with you.

The instructors are not attached to you as in a tandem skydive but are instead holding on to grips on the legs and arms of your jumpsuit. You open and pilot your own parachute. AFF skydiving is suitable for, and popular amongst, first time skydivers and it requires no previous experience.

General

The feeling of freefall is similar to the floating sensation you have in a swimming pool coupled with strong winds brushing past you. Skydiving does not give you the same sensation of going over the edge on a roller-coaster. Skydiving is relaxing whilst also being the biggest exhilaration you can imagine.

As a beginner skydiver you will have very few movements to make however you will be taught all of the movements required in your training. Experienced skydivers are able to perform very complex, intricate and artistic moves whilst skydiving and many competitions are scored on the accuracy and speed of these movements. During a tandem skydive your movements will be controlled by the instructor.

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Skydiving > Various Medical

Last updated on 7th December 2010

We've addressed a number of medical related skydiving concerns here.

Breathing

You can breathe during your skydive. Even though you will be falling at up to 120 mph, it is easy to breathe. The wind which enters your lungs does not enter at full speed as it is slowed as it passes through your nose and mouth. The maximum height that the skydiving centres fly to is 15,000ft where there is plenty of oxygen available.

Asthma

Asthma can be a restricted medical condition, but the need to obtain medical consent depends on the severity of your asthma. You will skydive from an altitude where the air pressure will be lower than that at ground level and so it may be slightly harder to breathe. If you are in any way unsure please consult your doctor. A guide to skydiving and asthma is available here: British Parachute Association (BPA) Asthma advice.

Hearing

Whilst in freefall the noise of the air rushing past your ears prohibits you from hearing anything else including your instructors voice. This noise does not appear particularly loud and is often unnoticeable during your skydive as your other senses take in the full experience. Once the parachute has opened you are able to speak freely to your instructor and can hear other sounds around you. Impaired hearing is no barrier to tandem skydiving.

Some skydivers do experience their ears “popping” during the ascent in the aircraft due to the decreased air pressure. During the skydive, as you descend to higher pressured air, your ears should return to normal. It may be the case that you need to take action to “unpop” your ears once you are on the ground. This is usually done by pinching closed your nostrils whilst trying to exhale from your nose.

Sight

All skydivers wear clear plastic goggles so that they can fully enjoy the view. On a clear day you will be able to see for several miles during your skydive. If you do wear contact lenses or glasses then these should be securely attached and worn under the goggles provided. Blindness or impaired vision is no barrier to tandem skydiving.

Physical Disabilities

If you have a physical disability or if you are a wheelchair user then this does not necessarily mean that you are unable to skydive. Medical consent is required before you skydive and extra steps may need to be taken at the airfield. Many of the instructors have experience of skydiving with people with physical disabilities. Please also contact us to make us aware of any special arrangements that must be put in place.

Dental

If you have recently had any dental work, including a filling, then you should obtain medical consent from your dentist.

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Skydiving > Weather

Last updated on 7th December 2010

Skydiving is a weather dependent challenge and some weather conditions may prohibit you from completing your skydive. Prohibitive weather conditions include strong or gusty wind, rain, snow, sleet, hail, fog and low cloud. To avoid a wasted journey you are encouraged to call the airfield on the morning of your skydive to check the local weather.

Due to this weather dependency we are unable to guarantee that you will skydive on the date you have booked. If the weather prohibits you from skydiving then you will be able to reschedule your skydive for a mutually convenient date but you are unable to get a refund. You may be given a deadline by which you must return to complete your skydive but you will be informed if this is the case.

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Bungee Jumping > After your bungee jump

Last updated on 7th December 2010

Once you've completed your bungee jump it's likely that you'll be hooked. It this is the case and you're interested in doing another bungee jump then please get in touch.

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Bungee Jumping > Clothing

Last updated on 7th December 2010

Generally speaking, you should wear comfortable clothing but skirts are not recommended. Flat soled shoes or trainers should also be worn. Please do not wear boots or anything which may interfere with ankle harnesses otherwise they will have to be removed prior to jumping.

Hair

If you have long hair then please bring hair bands to tie and secure your hair as appropriate.

Fancy Dress

It is sometimes possible to bungee jump in fancy dress however the outfit must be in no way restrictive or loose. Please contact us with further details of your intended outfit if you wish to do this.

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Bungee Jumping > Fear

Last updated on 7th December 2010

The view from the jump platform is breathtaking. However, many people who are scared of heights do successfully bungee jump with us every year with some people jumping in a specific attempt to overcome their fear.

However, if you are too nervous or scared to jump then you will not be forced to and you will not be pushed from the jump platform. You will forfeit any monies paid for your bungee jump.

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Bungee Jumping > Friends, Family and Spectators

Last updated on 7th December 2010

Information for getting involved as a group.

Spectators

Friends and family are welcome to come to the bungee jump centre to watch you complete your bungee jump (or you could get them to sign up too!).

Spectators will be able to watch, video and photograph your bungee jump from the spectators area.

Children

Children must be supervised at all times whilst at the bungee jump centre.

Animals

Animals are generally welcome except for at some locations. You should check with the bungee jump centre directly if you wish to take an animal along with you.

Bungee jumping with others

Tandem bungee jumps allow you to be strapped together with a friend during your bungee jump. The cost of doing a tandem bungee is the same as two solo bungee jumps. The weight limit for a tandem bungee jump is 217kg (34.17 stone).

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Bungee Jumping > Insurance

Last updated on 7th December 2010

Personal Accident insurance is provided with every bungee jump.

You are strongly advised to thoroughly read through the insurance policy and the insurance provided may not be sufficient for you.

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Bungee Jumping > Medical Consent

Last updated on 7th December 2010

You are required to complete a waiver prior to your bungee jump - this is provided on the day of your bungee jump.

You do not have to be particularly fit to do a bungee jump. If you suffer, or have ever suffered, from one of the listed medical restrictions or if you are 50 years of age or over then medical consent is required:

High blood pressure, a heart condition, dizziness, epilepsy, damage to neck, back, spinal column, legs or eyes, asthma or any condition which requires the regular use of drugs. If you are pregnant, or think you might be pregnant, or if you have recent donated blood. More details are available here: Bungee Medical Information

Medical consent can be obtained from your doctor or other health professional. Your doctor should provide a “doctors note”. Your doctor may require you to book an appointment in order to carry out an assessment and a fee may be charged. If you are 50 years of age or older then you require medical approval regardless of your health or level of fitness.

If you have been given a “doctors note” then you will be required to sign a non-standard waiver.

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Bungee Jumping > Parental Consent

Last updated on 7th December 2010

The minimum age to do a bungee jump is 14 years of age. If you are below 14 years of age then you are not able to do a bungee jump. If you are 14 or 15 years of age then your parent or guardian will need to accompany you on the day of your jump, and must witness your waiver form by signing and printing their name.

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Bungee Jumping > Photos and Videos

Last updated on 7th December 2010

You can arrange for your bungee jump to be filmed at some of the locations. If you want your bungee jump to be filmed then please request this when you arrive at the bungee jump centre as you are unable to book or pay for a video prior to the day of your bungee jump.

The price of having your bungee jump filmed varies at each location. Some locations provide photos as well as video but an extra fee may be charged.

Spectators will be able to watch, video and photograph your bungee jump from the spectators area.

You are unable to take a camera (or any other equipment) with you for use during your bungee jump.

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Bungee Jumping > Safety

Last updated on 7th December 2010

Your safety is paramount. All our of bungee jump centres operate according to a code of safe practice known as the BERSA code. The fundamental safety principles of the BERSA code are:

• Informed participation

• Redundancy

• Competence

Some element of risk will always be present in any activity and this risk must be accepted by all participants.

All of the equipment used is maintained and serviced by qualified bungee jump instructors and equipment is checked in several stages before your bungee jump.

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Bungee Jumping > Types of Bungee Jump

Last updated on 7th December 2010

The different bungee jumps we offer.

160ft Crane Bungee Jump

A 160ft crane bungee jump is the most popular type of jump in the UK. Bungee jumping requires no previous experience or training course whatsoever.

After being kitted up some sturdy ankle and waist harnesses you'll then be called over to the cage, lowered down by the huge crane, waiting for you to board. The bungee cord is connected to your harness just before you hop on and then there's a short ride to 160ft whilst having a brief chat with your highly experienced jump master.

Your jump master will open the cage door and then after a short pause you'll hear the words... 3, 2, 1 Bungee!

300ft Crane Bungee Jump

The highest bungee jump in the UK - an astonishing 300ft high bungee crane. Don't worry about having any prior experience or training for your bungee jump.

After being kitted up with some sturdy ankle and waist harnesses you'll then be called over to the waiting bungee cage, lowered down from the vast crane. The bungee cord is connected to your harness just before you hop on and then there's a short ride to 300ft, nearly double the height of a standard bungee jump, whilst having a brief chat with your highly experienced jump master.

Your jump master will open the cage door and then after a short pause you'll hear the words... 3, 2, 1 Bungee!

Bridge Bungee Jump

Bungee jumping from a crane is one thing, but bungee jumping from a bridge takes the experience to a whole new level. We offer superb bungee jumps from the famous Middlesborough transporter bridge.

With the help of an experienced crew member you'll quickly be kitted up with some sturdy ankle and waist harnesses, ready to start climbing the 210 steps to the top of the bridge. Making the long slow walk to the middle of the bridge you'll then meet your experienced jump master, who will give you the final once over.

With the bungee cord securely connected to your harness you'll have brief period to take in the magnificent view and to compose yourself before the inevitable... 3-2-1 Bungee!

Indoor Bungee Jump

Bungee jumping indoors... is that even possible? Oh yes! This unique experience combines the huge adrenaline rush from the bungee jump with the surreal effects of an indoor studio complete with music, massive video screens, dry ice and mood lighting for an even more breathtaking experience.

With the help of an experienced crew member you'll quickly be kitted up with some sturdy ankle and waist harnesses. Climbing the 143 steps to the top of the 150 foot indoor platform gives you a few minutes to come to terms with exactly what you're about to do - the world's highest indoor bungee jump. Your experienced jump master will complete a final check of everything and then it's over to you...

3, 2, 1, Bungee!

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Bungee Jumping > Various Medical

Last updated on 7th December 2010

We've addressed a number of medical related bungee jumping concerns here.

Breathing

You can breathe during your bungee jump. Even though you will be falling at up to 60 mph, it is easy to breathe. The wind which enters your lungs does not enter at full speed as it is slowed as it passes through your nose and mouth.

Asthma

Asthma is one of the medical conditions listed above but the need to obtain medical consent depends on the severity of your asthma. If you are in any way unsure please consult your doctor.

Sight

If you do wear contact lenses or glasses then these will need to be removed. Blindness or impaired vision is no barrier to bungee jumping.

Physical Disabilities

If you have a physical disability then this does not necessarily mean that you are unable to bungee jump. Medical consent is required before you jump and extra steps may need to be taken at the bungee jump centre. Many of the instructors have experience of helping people with physical disabilities to bungee jump. Please also contact us to make us aware of any special arrangements that must be put in place.

Dental

If you have recently had any dental work, including a filling, then you should obtain medical consent from your dentist.

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Bungee Jumping > Weather

Last updated on 7th December 2010

Bungee jumping is a weather dependent challenge and some weather conditions may prohibit you from completing your bungee jump. Prohibitive weather conditions include strong or gusty wind and thunderstorms. To avoid a wasted journey you are encouraged to call the bungee jump centre on the morning of your bungee jump to check the local weather.

Due to this weather dependency we are unable to guarantee that you will complete your bungee jump on the date you have booked. If the weather prohibits you from completing your bungee jump then you will be able to reschedule your bungee jump for a mutually convenient date but you are unable to get a refund. You may be given a deadline by which you must return to complete your bungee jump but you will be informed if this is the case.

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Bungee Jumping > Weight

Last updated on 7th December 2010

The weight limit for a solo jumper is 120kg (18.9 stone). The weight limit for a tandem jump is 217kg (34.17 stone). The relevant restrictions are outlined on the relevant page for each location.

The waist harnesses fit from waist sizes of 40cm (15.7inches) to 125cm (49.2inches).

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Shark Diving > Clothing

Last updated on 7th December 2010

Men should be advised to wear trunks rather than shorts, but this is not mandatory. Women either a bikini or swimming costume. All other equipment is provided onsite.

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Shark Diving > Friends, Family and Spectators

Last updated on 7th December 2010

Information for getting involved as a group.

Spectators

Friends and family are welcome to come to the aquarium to watch you complete your shark dive (or you could get them to sign up too!).

Spectators will be able to watch, video and photograph your shark dive from the spectators area.

Two spectators are allowed in for free. Additional spectators are priced at group rate.

Shark diving with others

Shark diving is done in pairs and so if you wish to shark dive with someone else then please get them to sign up too.

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Shark Diving > Insurance

Last updated on 7th December 2010

Personal Accident insurance is provided with every shark dive.

You are strongly advised to thoroughly read through the insurance policy and the insurance provided may not be sufficient for you.

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Shark Diving > Medical Consent

Last updated on 7th December 2010

You are required to complete an official PADI medical form. Should you answer YES to any of the questions then you will require medical consent in order to complete your shark dive.

You do not have to be particularly fit to do a shark dive. If you suffer, or have ever suffered, from one of the listed medical restrictions then medical consent is required:

Asthma, wheezing with breathing, wheezing with exercise, frequent or severe attacks of hayfever or allergy, frequent colds, sinusitis or bronchitis, any form of lung disease, pneumothorax (collapsed lung), chest disease or chest surgery, behavioural health, mental or psychological problems (panic attack, fear of closed or open spaces), epilepsy, seizures, convulsions, migraine headaches, blackouts, fainting, or suffering from motion sickness, diabetes, back, arm or leg problems following surgery, injury or fracture, high blood pressure, heart disease, heart attack, angina, ear disease or surgery or problems, hernia, ulcers, colostomy or ileostomy.

It does not matter if you dive during your menstrual cycle.

It is not possible to dive and then fly within 24 hours.

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Shark Diving > Parental Consent

Last updated on 7th December 2010

The minimum age to do a shark dive is 16 years of age. If you are below 16 years of age then you are not able to do a shark dive. If you are 16 or 17 years of age then your parent or guardian must accompany you on the day of your dive to sign your indemnity form.

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Shark Diving > Photos and Videos

Last updated on 7th December 2010

Underwater photography is not allowed. Spectators are allowed to take photos or videos of you during your shark dive from the spectator area.

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Shark Diving > Safety

Last updated on 7th December 2010

Your safety is paramount. You will be accompanied by highly experienced and qualified diving instructors throughout the entire dive.

Some element of risk will always be present in any activity and this risk must be accepted by all participants.

All of the equipment used is maintained and serviced by qualified instructors and equipment is checked in several stages before your shark dive.

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