Skydive Sunrise · Fermo, Le Marche, Italy
Skydiving Course in Italy: Learn to Skydive with AFF
A structured Accelerated Freefall course for people who want to progress from their first solo-parachute jump towards independent skydiving at an ENAC-authorised centre in central Italy.
Can you take a skydiving course in Italy as a beginner? Yes. At Skydive Sunrise near Fermo, the AFF programme starts with ground training and a first jump using your own parachute while qualified AFF instructors assist you in freefall. The course is progressive: each level is passed only after its objectives have been achieved.
What is an AFF skydiving course?
AFF means Accelerated Freefall. It is a learning path that introduces freefall from the first level, rather than keeping the student on a static-line progression. Before every jump there is ground preparation; afterwards, the jump is reviewed with the instructor.
The point is not to collect a fixed number of jumps. Each level has practical objectives involving stable body position, altitude awareness, deployment, canopy control and landing preparation. If an objective needs more work, it is repeated before the student moves on.
Learn before the aircraft
Procedures, equipment, simulations and the sequence of the jump are practised on the ground.
Coached from the first level
Qualified instructors assist and evaluate the early stages of the freefall progression.
Build sound habits
Opening, navigation, landing circuit and priorities under canopy are part of the learning path.
How the AFF course works at Skydive Sunrise
The programme combines training on the ground, jumps, briefings and debriefings. Your pace depends on continuity, weather, operational conditions and the skills demonstrated at each stage.
- Prepare on the ground.
Learn the equipment, flight sequence, body position, canopy procedures and the exercises for the first level. - Complete the early AFF levels.
Make your first freefall jumps with direct instructor assistance and work on the essential skills. - Progress towards autonomy.
As objectives are met, the exercises and level of assistance change progressively. - Review and consolidate.
Debrief each jump, repeat objectives where necessary and continue with student jumps after the seven AFF levels.
What is included in the AFF course?
The official course options show exactly what is included before enrolment. The programme covers the teaching activity and the equipment required for the stages specified in the chosen option.
Training and instruction
- Ground training and briefings
- AFF instructor assistance during the applicable levels
- Debriefing and progression evaluation
Course equipment
- Equipment required for the included course jumps
- Parachute systems and student gear according to the programme
- Manual and course materials where included in the option
Who can start a skydiving course?
The school checks the requirements before enrolment. For the AFF course, students need to meet the applicable age and medical-fitness requirements and be able to take part safely in ground training and parachuting activity.
Age
The usual minimum age is 16. Students under 18 require the authorisation of a parent or legal guardian.
Medical fitness
A valid medical fitness certification for parachuting is required before starting the activity.
Individual assessment
Tell the school about relevant health conditions, recent procedures or questions before you arrange the course.
Language and preparation
The briefing must be understood fully. Contact us in advance so we can discuss the practical arrangements in English.
How much does an AFF course cost in Italy?
The first AFF level starts from €700. The complete seven-level course is €1,800. These figures describe the current course options; the final scope, availability and any additional requirements are confirmed with the school before enrolment.
| Option | Price | For whom |
|---|---|---|
| First AFF level | From €700 | A starting point for students who want to begin the programme with the school. |
| Complete AFF course | €1,800 | The seven-level AFF programme, subject to the stated course conditions and individual progression. |
Prices do not turn the course into a guaranteed fixed-duration package: weather, continuity, operational conditions and any repeated levels affect the individual path.
Where is the course held?
Skydive Sunrise operates at the Aviosuperficie del Fermano near Fermo, in Le Marche, on Italy’s Adriatic side. The drop zone is in central Italy, within reach of coastal towns such as Porto San Giorgio and Civitanova Marche, and inland destinations including Ascoli Piceno and Macerata.
For international students, contact the school before making travel plans. We can discuss the course calendar, required documents, suitable travel timing and the practical arrangements for your training days.
How long does an AFF course take?
There is no identical timetable for every student. Progress depends on attendance continuity, the weather, operations, learning pace and whether a level needs to be repeated. This is a safety and teaching requirement, not a delay to be worked around.
What happens after the seven AFF levels?
Completing level seven does not immediately grant a parachuting licence. It begins a consolidation phase: further student jumps, coaching and experience are needed before the theory and practical requirements for the applicable licence can be completed.
That next stage is important. It gives the student time to strengthen freefall control, separation, deployment, canopy navigation and landing decisions under the supervision and authorisations that apply to the programme.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a tandem jump before starting AFF?
A tandem jump can help you experience skydiving, but the school will explain the route that fits your starting point when you enquire about the AFF programme.
Do the seven AFF levels always mean seven jumps?
No. A level represents learning objectives, not simply a numbered jump. Exercises or a level can be repeated when the objectives have not yet been met.
Can I learn to skydive if I do not speak Italian?
Contact the school before you travel. Every briefing and safety instruction must be fully understood, so arrangements in English are confirmed case by case.
Can I get my licence after AFF?
AFF is the first structured stage. Further consolidation and the relevant theoretical and practical requirements are needed before a licence can be issued.
What should I do before I travel to Italy?
Ask about dates, course availability, medical documentation and the practical arrangements before booking travel or accommodation.
Ready to discuss your AFF course in Italy?
Tell us where you are travelling from and what experience you have. We will help you understand the route, requirements and next available options.
