Membership Benefits

Once you become a club member, you'll enjoy free instruction. Your costs will be based on your chosen launch type and airtime, all detailed in our price list.

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Getting Started

Joining is simple. On flying days, add your name to the flying list. Top-listed members enjoy priority and can assist with setup, ensuring a guaranteed flight. Latecomers may not fly.

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Training Path

Our British Gliding Association-approved syllabus and badge scheme guide your progress. You'll learn in a dual-control glider with our qualified instructors. We tailor instruction to your pace and budget.

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Safety First

Safety is our priority. You'll not only learn to glide but also the airfield's safe operation, equipment handling, launch management, and more.

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Active Involvement

As a member-driven club, we encourage involvement. You can learn various skills and discover new interests while contributing to the club's operations.

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Your Glider Pilot Journey

1. Pre-solo: Focus on glider control, airmanship, navigation, and flight theory. No exams; you'll solo when ready.

2. First Solo: As you get close to solo your Training intensifies, covering stalls, spins, and emergencies. An unforgettable moment as your skills grow. Your first solo flight is a major achievement.

3. After Solo: Continue with daily check flights, then weekly checks. As skills advance, you'll work towards the bronze standard and cross-country endorsement, earning your "glider pilot's license."

4. Ongoing Opportunities: Beyond bronze, set your goals—silver, gold, and diamond badges, aerobatics, competitions, cross-country courses, or even an instructor's course. The possibilities are endless.

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The below video is showing Ian Simmonds of DGC getting his 50k, 100k and height gain all in one flight.