High-altitude paragliding is an exciting and thrilling flight activity, usually taking off from mountain peaks hundreds of meters high, with steep slopes often located just below the launch site—so a certain amount of courage is required. For beginners in paragliding, besides overcoming your fear at the start, there are also some important details to keep in mind. Check out the following tips, which can help you quickly get into the swing of things when you’re just starting out in paragliding.

Master these key points, follow your instructor’s guidance, and all that’s left for you to do is soar high into the sky and embrace the blue.