Skydive Langar
Skydive Langar
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9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
8:15 AM - 5:00 PM
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Skydive Langar is a full-time professional Skydiving Centre located at Langar Airfield close to Nottingham in the East Midlands, UK. We provide top-quality training for both Beginner and Experienced Skydivers all year round. Skydives are normally from at least 13,000ft, using our two fast 15-place turbine-powered Cessna Grand Caravan aircraft. For Beginners, Skydive Langar offers three options: our Basic Skydiving Course (using the static line system with an automatically-opened parachute), the high-adrenaline intensive Accelerated Freefall (AFF) Course, and Tandem Skydives for fun or charity - or both!
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, England
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2023
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Joanne W
1 contribution
Mar 2024 • Family
I jumped in memory off my brother and for kidney research and from start to finish it was absolutely incredible the staff are fantastic xx
Written 16 March 2024
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Mark R
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Mar 2024 • Solo
A return visit to Langar. Exhilarating experience yet again. After a weather hold delay, the skydiving activities soon got going. After my safety briefing I was soon kitted up in my safety harness, this is the point where you met your instructor. My instructor was Ryan, he was tremendous. I enjoy every aspect of the skydive experience. The free fall is my favourite part, then the tranquility of being beneath the canopy. You can even hold a conversation with your instructor. I had my tandem experience filmed, my camera flyer was Gary. I received the photos and video in the evening. It’s worth paying the extra for the media package. Definitely returning at some point during the year.
Written 7 March 2024
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Thank you for your lovely review, Mark, we're so glad you enjoyed it! We agree, the freefall is like nothing else in this world and then the peace and tranquility of the canopy ride is just breathtaking. We will look forward to welcoming you back again soon!
Written 13 March 2024
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Phil L
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Feb 2024 • Solo
All of the staff there are amazing, it’s so much fun jumping there!
Whether you are doing a tandem or learning how to skydive on your own, there is a very high class standard of professionalism from the moment you are greeted at reception until you leave. The drop zone provides ample opportunities for all levels of experience of skydivers, whether it’s learning a new skill or improving the ones you already have, they cater for everyone with some of the best instructors/coaches in the world! Would definitely recommend, it’s one of the best skydiving locations in the country!
Whether you are doing a tandem or learning how to skydive on your own, there is a very high class standard of professionalism from the moment you are greeted at reception until you leave. The drop zone provides ample opportunities for all levels of experience of skydivers, whether it’s learning a new skill or improving the ones you already have, they cater for everyone with some of the best instructors/coaches in the world! Would definitely recommend, it’s one of the best skydiving locations in the country!
Written 29 February 2024
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Hi Phil, thank you for your kind words, we appreciate it! Glad to have you as part of our community. All the best, Skydive Langar Team
Written 2 March 2024
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Aimee B
1 contribution
Oct 2023 • Family
I booked a charity tandem for Alzheimer’s with Skydive Langar back in Sept 2023. From the moment I arrived at the drop zone, the reception team, Keeley and Sophie, impressed me with their fast-paced and efficient service. Within minutes of my arrival, I was geared up and ready to go.
Opting for the camera package was one of the best decisions I made and I HIGHLY RECOMMEND this to anyone booking a tandem (especially if it is your first time). My tandem instructor, Jan (Jan the unicorn man) Zackl, not only ensured my safety but also kept my nerves at bay with his stupid jokes and reassuring presence.
After the jump, I was encouraged by my camera flyer, Gary, to learn to fly solo.
Three days later, I booked the AFF course at Langar with a tandem jump discount (£-100 OFF!!) to learn skydive on my own only a month later!
Now, as a fully licensed skydiver with 56 jumps, I am proud to be part of the vibrant community at Skydive Langar and I wouldn’t change it for the world.
If you are thinking on doing a tandem or want to learn to skydive, do it. It is genuinely the best thing I have ever done and will continue to do.
After all, life is too short so just send it.
Langar is definitely the best dropzone in the country, always doing their best to get us up in the skies when possible and giving the best customer experience money can buy.
If you’re still reading this long review, you may as well just book it if I’ve hooked you for this long!!! I promise you won’t regret it…
- Aimee (Loud Chimera Girl)
Opting for the camera package was one of the best decisions I made and I HIGHLY RECOMMEND this to anyone booking a tandem (especially if it is your first time). My tandem instructor, Jan (Jan the unicorn man) Zackl, not only ensured my safety but also kept my nerves at bay with his stupid jokes and reassuring presence.
After the jump, I was encouraged by my camera flyer, Gary, to learn to fly solo.
Three days later, I booked the AFF course at Langar with a tandem jump discount (£-100 OFF!!) to learn skydive on my own only a month later!
Now, as a fully licensed skydiver with 56 jumps, I am proud to be part of the vibrant community at Skydive Langar and I wouldn’t change it for the world.
If you are thinking on doing a tandem or want to learn to skydive, do it. It is genuinely the best thing I have ever done and will continue to do.
After all, life is too short so just send it.
Langar is definitely the best dropzone in the country, always doing their best to get us up in the skies when possible and giving the best customer experience money can buy.
If you’re still reading this long review, you may as well just book it if I’ve hooked you for this long!!! I promise you won’t regret it…
- Aimee (Loud Chimera Girl)
Written 20 February 2024
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Hi Aimee
This is such lovely feedback, thank you for sharing it. We're so pleased you enjoyed your first jump with us so much and it's been a pleasure to have you here since. We can't wait to see what you achieve next!
All the best
Skydive Langar Team
Written 29 February 2024
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Thomas Dickens
8 contributions
Feb 2024 • Solo
Jumping out of a perfectly good airplane might sound like a questionable life choice, but with the team at Langar, it's the best decision I've ever made! I've wanted to start my AFF for quite a while, so when it finally became the time, I made sure to choose the best airfield. Although Langar is quite well known for their tandems, they're one of the few airfields in the country that really focus on their experienced jumpers. From the moment I wobbled in, knees shaking and signing my life away, the whole team made me feel comfortable and relaxed. The instructors (especially Laura and Cookie) are professional, hilarious, and somehow make you feel invincible as you plummet towards Earth at terminal velocity. I went from thinking, 'This is it, this is how I go,' to 'When can I do this again?!' before my feet even touched the ground. 15 jumps (and almost my A license) later and its somehow getting even more exciting than that very first time. Five stars for making me feel like a bird with a questionable sense of direction but the time of its life. If you're looking to skydive with safety, laughter, and unforgettable memories, look no further than Langar.
Written 13 February 2024
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Hi Thomas, thank you for your kind comments. We've thoroughly enjoyed teaching you and look forward to having you as part of our fun jumper community. All the best! Skydive Langar Team
Written 20 February 2024
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Scott G
1 contribution
Feb 2024 • Couples
Bad management
Can’t deal with complaints only way they feel to do this is to ignore emails because they don’t want to give our details for someone who can actually sort the situation out,
Attitude of the management speaks for the business, even down to the receptionist and way she behaved after laughing at the situation
Wouldn’t give them your money, staff lie and then just go on about terms and conditions.
Can’t deal with complaints only way they feel to do this is to ignore emails because they don’t want to give our details for someone who can actually sort the situation out,
Attitude of the management speaks for the business, even down to the receptionist and way she behaved after laughing at the situation
Wouldn’t give them your money, staff lie and then just go on about terms and conditions.
Written 11 February 2024
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Hannah B
2 contributions
Feb 2024 • Couples
Would I recommend definitely not, before I start this review this has nothing to do with instructors they may be amazing but shame about the management level and the business it self.
If you want a job that allows you to say what you like, lie to customers, and get away with it this is the place for you, if you want a fall under a manager that shows no empathy, chooses to ignore you, refuses to communicate through the phone then Josh is for you, Josh is as helpful as a chocolate fireguard I may go as far to say actually the fireguard may be better! He has no compassion for customers, allows his staff to do as they please and say as they like with no repercussions. Josh seems to be very intouch with terms and condition but yet can’t seem to grasp that his employee tell you the incorrect information but you have to abide by the terms and conditions that they actually chance 🙃I’ve spent over a week now back and forth with Josh to the point now he has ignored many emails, I can add all of our communication Into this review if need be so people can actually see how the people they deal with in the business, refuses to come to a resolution that suits both parties nor refuses to pass on higher management details or ask them to contact me.
Would not give them any more money and definitely do not recommend! Add to this the receptionist thinks it’s acceptable to laugh down the phone and show absolutely no sense of knowledge in what she was saying just sums up the rest of the review tbh.
If you want a job that allows you to say what you like, lie to customers, and get away with it this is the place for you, if you want a fall under a manager that shows no empathy, chooses to ignore you, refuses to communicate through the phone then Josh is for you, Josh is as helpful as a chocolate fireguard I may go as far to say actually the fireguard may be better! He has no compassion for customers, allows his staff to do as they please and say as they like with no repercussions. Josh seems to be very intouch with terms and condition but yet can’t seem to grasp that his employee tell you the incorrect information but you have to abide by the terms and conditions that they actually chance 🙃I’ve spent over a week now back and forth with Josh to the point now he has ignored many emails, I can add all of our communication Into this review if need be so people can actually see how the people they deal with in the business, refuses to come to a resolution that suits both parties nor refuses to pass on higher management details or ask them to contact me.
Would not give them any more money and definitely do not recommend! Add to this the receptionist thinks it’s acceptable to laugh down the phone and show absolutely no sense of knowledge in what she was saying just sums up the rest of the review tbh.
Written 9 February 2024
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Robert Adrian H
3 contributions
Jan 2024 • Family
After one of my work colleagues convinced me to try skydiving I can say that it was the most amazing experience I ever had, from the very beginning the staff were very nice and provided accurate and clear information about the whole process, special thanks to Ian, my instructor for making it so great and Pete for the amazing video package, I will go there again as a student as I'm planning to get licensed for skydiving. Congratulations to the whole Langar staff for the amazing work you guys do and I can't wait to see you guys again!
Written 15 January 2024
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Hi Robert, thank you so much for your kind words. We're pleased you enjoyed your experience with us. We look forward to welcoming you back to learn to skydive with us soon!
Written 20 February 2024
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Jayne G
4 contributions
Jan 2023 • Family
Langar cancelled on us, first time was a no go because of Covid and second time the said it was cancelled indefinitely as my daughter was pregnant, they sound like lovely people!!!!
Written 19 December 2023
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Paul M
1 contribution
Jul 2023 • Family
Awesome place with very friendly, reassuring staff. I qualified to jump here which was amazing. My wife and sister had great tandems here too. Highly reccomend
Written 20 November 2023
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Thank you Paul! We're so glad you enjoy jumping here and great to hear your family had a good time, too. Hope to see you all back again soon!
Written 20 February 2024
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I am doing a skydive with you this month, do I need a Drs letter to say I can do this, as I have COPD, but only on inhalers Thankyou
Nikki M
Derbyshire, United Kingdom10 contributions
Hi, I have COPD too just inhalers. I did my skydive no problem. No Dr’s letter needed.
AbbigailPerkins
4 contributions
Can I bring my dog with me, he will sit with family?
Lee B
1 contribution
Yes
Heidi M
Long Eaton, UK83 contributions
Hi can someone tell me how long g you are there for for when your booked in for and from when you jump please ?
Robin S
3 contributions
Hi. The sport is obviously weather dependent so nothing is definite. From arriving, signing in, briefing and the skydive you should allow a minimum of 3 hrs. Hope that helps
LouSoutham
147 contributions
How long did it take for the photo package to come through?
Josh C
Langar, UK4 contributions
Hi. Photo and Video packages are transferred same day via email.
Kirsty H
Mansfield, UK9 contributions
Is there a height and weight limit to skydive please?
Gary sherwin
2 contributions
15 stone
Karen W
Leicestershire, UK59 contributions
Hi I am wanting to book for my sons 16th Birthday present. Can you pay monthly after the initial deposit? If he is ill on the day does anyone know if you lose your money or can you rebook? is there a café and can you take a group of people to go and watch?
Mrs C
Nottingham, UK15 contributions
Yes you can