FAQ



Q: Who can be part of the IIT skydiving club?

A: Any student or faculty member of the Illinois Institute of Technology may join the IIT Skydiving club and receive member benefits. There are currently no dues. Student membership requires only a current student ID.


Q: What does membership in the IIT skydiving club do for me?

A: Membership provides a way to carpool to the dropzone with other jumpers. It also grants discounts on jumps at our home dropzone.


Q: How much does my first jump cost?

A: For members of the IIT Skydiving Club, the cost of a first time tandem jump is $140.


Q: What is a "tandem" jump? (picture)

A: Many people wish to experience the rush of skydiving, but only once. They are not interrested in devoting their lives to the sport. They just want the rush and the bragging rights. Others are unsure if skydiving is for them. Still others are curious, and just want to test the water before committing lots of time and money. For all of these reasons and more, tandem skydiving was created to grant a wide variety of people the thrill of freefall. A tandem skydive involves a short (about 1 hour) training session, followed by the actual jump in which the student is harnessed to an experienced tandem instructor. This method reduces the amount of training required because the instructor handles the details of the jump. The student is still encouraged to participate and open the parachute and assist in the landing procedure, but the instructor is there to monitor the whole jump. All first time jumpers in the IIT Skydiving club make a tandem jump.


Q: I want to jump, what do I do?

A: First you need to sign up with the IIT Skydiving club for a specific day. After you are registered, all you need to do is meet up with your group on the day of your jump and bring: your money for the jump ($140 cash is the easiest), comfortable clothes (jeans are fine, tenis shoes are reccommended), a photo ID (drivers license or passport), and your IIT student ID. Other optional items include additional money for snacks, T-shirts or other memorabilia and a camera for recording your trip.


Q: How do I get to the Drop Zone?

A: We can provide transportation if you can't get there yourself. However, it is to your advantage if you can get yourself to the Drop Zone. If you travel with the club, you will not generally be able to leave as soon as you have jumped.


Q: What if I want my skydive video taped?

A: Video is available, but it will cost extra. .


Q: Can I make a solo jump?

A: Of course, but he program requires that you make tandem jumps before progressing to jumping solo. In addition, you will have to take a six-hour ground school.


Q: I have a question that isn't answered here. What do I do?

A: Contact Prof. Kallend (205 E1) and we will try to answer you and update this page.