Should I try skydiving?

• Science
• Primary Education
• Age 11

Should I try skydiving?

Learning Objectives

At the end of the lesson you will understand the emotional journey of deciding to skydive. At the end of the lesson you will be able to describe the process and stages of preparing for and completing a skydive. At the end of the lesson you will recognize the common feelings and experiences shared by first-time skydivers.

What do you already know about skydiving?

The Decision-Making Process for Trying Skydiving

Consideration of trying skydiving, media influence, emotional journey, excitement, nerves.

The Emotional Stages Before, During, and After Skydiving

Anticipation, booking the jump, waiting, imagining the experience, celebrating with friends, practical concerns and nerves, excitement at the dropzone, unique mix of anticipation during the plane ride, indescribable jump experience, sense of accomplishment and freedom after completing the jump.

The Social Aspects and Communal Sense of Belonging in Skydiving Culture

Community, camaraderie among skydivers, reliving the experience through photos and videos, feeling welcomed into the skydiving community.

The Logistics of Preparing for a Skydive

Skydiving, tandem skydive, dropzone, skydiving culture.

Definition List

Skydiving: The activity of jumping from an aircraft and falling freely through the air before opening a parachute. Tandem Skydive: A type of skydive where a student skydiver is connected via a harness to an instructor. Dropzone: The designated area where skydivers land after jumping. Skydiving Culture: The social and communal practices, rituals, and sense of belonging among skydivers.

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