For those who think gliding may be for them and want a more intensive introduction than a one-day package, Flying Start is the perfect answer.  For a modest investment you will get a deep-dive into gliding and many of the fun and challenging aspects of learning to become a soaring pilot within a social and supportive club environment.
 
Features of the Flying Start package:
 
3 months membership of Shalbourne Gliding
10 Launches Included in the package price to be taken within those 3 months
Flying times cannot be guaranteed but for training flights in the soaring season a reasonable expectation would be between 100 and 150 minutes of flying time
All flying fees associated with those launches are included up to a limit of 200 minutes after which any remaining launches from the 10 will continue to be free but flying time will be charged at standard club rates

Everyone learns at different speeds but after 10 training flights we might expect a novice pilot to be comfortable handling the glider in upper air and be able to plan and fly circuits around the airfield.
 
We offer a discounted rate for people aged 25 years or under.  Select the correct age group in the option box before adding this product to your cart.

Within the three months, you can, of course, buy additional launches and flying time at normal rates for members or this package can be upgraded to a full annual membership by paying for the additional 9 months.  If the weather prevents us flying on sufficient days to complete 10 flights within the 3 month period, we will extend it for a reasonable additional period at the club's discretion.
 
If you wish to purchase multiple products from our shop, please go through the order process several times to put the required number in the cart - you can then check them all out with one payment.