Tandem Clinics
by Steve Rodrigues
Note: I am no longer offering tandem clinics.
Becoming a Tandem Pilot is a great way to share hang gliding with those who want to experience free flight but don’t want to go through the learning curve for themselves.
Some pilots also see a Tandem rating simply as the “next step” in their hang gliding career. While Tandem Pilots assume a great responsibility for the well being of both their students and our sport, they can also feel great satisfaction when providing an amazing experience to their tandem students!
I received my Tandem Instructor rating in 1993 and I am now an USHPA appointed Tandem Administrator. I will be happy to teach you everything I know, so you too can become a safe and successful Tandem Pilot!
Anyone may take a tandem clinic but only Advanced (H-4) pilots who meet USHPA requirements will be allowed to fly as pilot in command during a tandem clinic flight. Tandem ratings must be earned and while they are not guaranteed your satisfaction is!
Clinics range from one day for T-1, to three days for Tandem Instructor. I will provide all the equipment required for the T-1 clinics, but T-2 and Tandem Instructor candidates must bring their own gliders and gear.
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Please refer to USHPA SOP 2.11 to learn more about
tandem requirements and the three levels of Tandem Pilot ratings.
I may be able to hold a clinic in your area depending on my work schedule and the suitability of your local flying sites. A guaranteed minimum level of attendance would be needed to make this feasible. Feel free to contact me with any questions. Have wings, will travel!
To schedule a tandem clinic or find out more about tandem hang gliding:
Email Steve
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