How to Prepare for Your First Skydive
The Complete Pre-Jump Preparation Guide
You've made the booking, the excitement is building — now, how do you actually prepare for jump day? This guide is put together from real advice from our experienced team at Skydive Manavgat in Antalya, designed to make your day smooth, comfortable, and unforgettable for all the right reasons.
What to Wear
For your tandem skydiving experience, no specialist clothing is needed. The rule is simple: comfort first.
- Wear: Comfortable sportswear (joggers, leggings, t-shirt), trainers or lace-up shoes
- Don't wear: Sandals, flip-flops, or heels — these are not suitable for jumping
- Jumpsuit and goggles: We provide both, so don't worry about those
- For cooler days: A light fleece or sweatshirt works well — it can be slightly cool at 10,000 feet
What to Eat and Drink on Jump Day
Getting this right matters. Jumping on an empty stomach or a very full one are both bad ideas.
- Have a light meal 2-3 hours before your jump
- Stay well hydrated — drink plenty of water
- No alcohol — on jump day and the evening before
- Don't overdo energy drinks — there's no need to spike your heart rate unnecessarily
Age and Weight Requirements
- Minimum age: 16 (written parental consent required for ages 16-17)
- Maximum weight: 100 kg (this limit is strict for equipment and safety reasons)
- Health: If you have heart conditions, epilepsy, pregnancy, or recent surgery, please inform us in advance
What to Bring
- ID (passport or national ID card)
- Water and a light snack
- Sunscreen (especially important in the Antalya summer)
- Leave valuables at your hotel — bags and jewellery are not appropriate for the jump
If You Wear Glasses or Contact Lenses
No problem at all. The specialist skydiving goggles we provide fit comfortably over prescription glasses. If you wear contacts, those work fine too — the goggles give full protection from wind and pressure at altitude.
What NOT to Do
- Arrive under the influence of alcohol or drugs (your jump will be cancelled)
- Try to bring your own camera or GoPro (prohibited for safety reasons)
- Leave everything to the last minute — be at the dropzone on time
- Hide your fear of heights from your instructor — tell them everything, they've heard it before
Mental Preparation
The people writing this have accompanied thousands of first-time jumpers. The single most consistent observation: whatever feels like fear right up to the door opening, transforms into something entirely different after the jump. If you're scared of heights, that doesn't disqualify you — most people feel exactly the same. Your instructor will guide you through it.
We want your skydive in Antalya Manavgat to be the best possible version of this experience. Follow this guide and when you arrive at Manavgat Model Aircraft Runway, we'll be ready for you.
Book now and experience an unforgettable jump over Antalya Manavgat!