Learn to Glide in Cambridge

The Experience

Get ready to experience flight in its purest form!

This gliding lesson in Cambridge gives you the chance to take control and feel the freedom of soaring through open skies.

Your experience begins with a short briefing to help you get familiar with the aircraft and your pilot. Once ready, you’ll climb into a modern two-seat glider and be aerotowed to 2,500 feet. The moment you release from the tow plane, the silence takes over. The glider moves smoothly, carried by the wind, as you take in sweeping views across the Cambridgeshire countryside.

Your instructor will demonstrate the basics of flight before inviting you to take the stick. Feel how the glider responds to your movements and enjoy the calm as you guide it through the air. The flight typically lasts around 20 minutes before you return to the airfield for a gentle landing.

This is a rare opportunity to experience what most people only dream of, flying without an engine, powered purely by air and skill. It’s relaxing and exciting at the same time, and will be something you’ll remember long after you’re back on the ground!

What’s Included:

• Pre-flight briefing with a qualified instructor
• Aerotow launch to 2,500 feet
• Around 20 minutes of flight time
• Use of a modern two-seat glider

Important Information

The minimum age is 12 years old. You should weigh over 109Kg (240lbs). If you are subject to sudden disabling health attacks such as epilepsy but satisfy the medical requirements for a normal UK driving licence, you may enjoy this experience; please contact us otherwise.

The Weather

We suggest that you contact the location prior to leaving to confirm that your experience will go ahead because rain, high winds and poor visibility can restrict flying.

Session Length

Your flight will last approximately 20 minutes.

Numbers

Your briefing may be shared; your flight will be held on a one-to-one basis with the instructor.

Spectators

Spectators are welcome. Please check with us at point of booking as some times the location is busy.

What To Wear

Wear flat-soled shoes and bring a jumper with you in case it gets cold at higher altitudes. Bring gloves in winter and sun block and a hat in summer. Sunglasses are recommended all year round.

Availability

Because the club is very busy at weekends, introductory courses are only run Monday to Friday.

Location

Cambridge, UK.