How Much Does AFF Skydiving Training Cost?
The cost of learning to skydive depends on where you are in your training progression. At Bay Area Skydiving, AFF students can pay for individual training categories as they progress, with each stage building the skills needed to become a more independent skydiver.
Our AFF training takes place at our drop zone in Byron, California, serving students from San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose, Tracy and communities throughout the Bay Area.
AFF Categories & Prices
Review the cost of each AFF training category as you progress through the program.
| Category | Instructors | Skills Focus | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
Category A First Jump Course | 2 Instructors | • Altitude awareness • Body position • Practice ripcord pulls | $390 includes ground school |
Category B | 2 Instructors | • Release practice ripcord • Altitude awareness • Stable exit & deployment | $280 in most classes this jump is performed during ground school |
Category C | 2 Instructors | • Solo deployment • Turns & forward movement • Altitude awareness | $280 |
Category D1 & D2 Two progression jumps required | 1 Instructor | • 90° turns • Forward movement • Solo deployment | $240 |
Category E1 & E2 Two progression jumps required | 1 Instructor | • 360° turns • Tracking • Solo deployment | $240 |
Category F | 1 Instructor | • Solo exit & freefall • Advanced maneuvers • Independent deployment | $200 |
Category G | 1 Instructor | • Solo jump evaluation • Advanced skills review • AFF graduation | $200 |
What's Included
- Ground school training
- All equipment rental
- Aircraft & jump tickets
- Certified instructor guidance
- Training logbook
Student Requirements
- Must be 18 years or older
- Weight limit: 200 lbs
- Physical fitness required
- Completed waiver form
- Valid government-issued ID
- Ready to learn & have fun!
AFF Training Cost vs. A-License Cost
AFF is the initial training progression that develops your core freefall skills. Completing AFF is an important milestone, but it is not the same as completing all of the requirements for a USPA A License.
AFF Training
AFF training develops the fundamental skills required to progress toward independent skydiving.
- Ground training
- Instructor-assisted freefall
- Altitude awareness
- Freefall maneuvers
- Deployment skills
- Canopy control
USPA A-License Progression
After AFF, students continue building jump experience and completing the remaining proficiency requirements toward their first skydiving license.
- Additional jump experience
- Solo jumps
- Coach jumps
- Canopy proficiency
- A-License check dive
- Required license evaluations
AFF & A-License Packages
Package options are available for students who want to continue through multiple stages of their skydiving progression.
Package Discounts & Details Available Upon Request
Contact us to discuss current package options, promotions and the best training path for your goals.
Training Price Information
- * Deposits are non-refundable
- * Prices subject to change without notice
- * Package prices are in accordance with minimum requirements for completion
- * USPA membership required
- * Pack Jobs NOT included for Solo Jumps
- * Packages expire 12 months from date of purchase
AFF Training in the San Francisco Bay Area
All AFF training takes place at our Byron, California drop zone. Bay Area Skydiving welcomes student skydivers traveling from across Northern California, including San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose and Tracy.
Looking for information about skydiving from your area? Explore our guides for San Jose, Oakland and Tracy.
Why Learn to Skydive With Bay Area Skydiving?
Professional AFF instruction and a structured path toward becoming an independent skydiver.
USPA-Certified Instructors
Professional training from experienced instructors.
13,000 FT Student Jumps
Freefall time designed for effective skill development.
Structured AFF Training
Progress through a structured student skydiving program.
A-License Progression
Continue building skills and experience toward your first skydiving license.
AFF Pricing & Training FAQs
Common questions about the cost of learning to skydive and AFF training.
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AFF Training?
Take the next step toward becoming a licensed skydiver with AFF training at Bay Area Skydiving.
Questions? Call us at 925-634-7575