Sandia Soaring Association Instructors

Hang Gliding and Para Gliding Instructors Certified by USHGA

 

Hang Gliding Basics for Beginners - This link will give those not at all familiar with hang gliding an idea of some of the basics.  It does not replace actual instruction but does provide a good idea of what to expect.  Contact any of the instructors below for actual instruction.

See more videos at - http://www.expertvillage.com/video-series/2914_hanggliding-intro.htm

 

Learn to Hang Glide


High Desert Hang Gliding, operated by Mel Glantz, is the "go-to" hang gliding school in the Albuquerque area. Mel keeps a stable of training gliders so you can learn on a wing that's right for you. He also does initial training with a huge 330 square foot Condor, a glider that gets you off the ground at just over walking speed, so you can experience the feeling of true flight early in the process. (I wish I'd learned this way!)

Train with Mel using a simple pay-as-you-go approach. A single lesson is $150.

Mel (505) 710-8208

melglantz1@yahoo.com

See his site at: http://www.nmhanggliding.com/index.htm

 

Mountain Flyers Paragliding School


Will Smith, a certified Paragliding instructor, conducts lessons in the Albuquerque area.

Have you ever dreamed of soaring like a bird? Well, stop dreaming and just do it! Let Mountain Flyers Paragliding School equip you with the skills to take your first steps into the air and experience the joy of flight. You're never to old to learn. We have introduced the sport to both men and women ages 8 to 71. Give us a call and reserve your first flight or get a gift certificate for that special someone.

505.228.4500
wsmith@ilsconsultants.com

See his site at:http://www.mountainflyers.com

 

Paragliding Instruction


J.C. Brown, long-time hang glider and paraglider pilot and nationally-famous meet organizer, is a USHGA Certified Advanced Paraglider Instructor. A very active pilot, J.C. is available for flying and instruction during the week and on weekends.
"I'm mostly a PG pilot but I still fly HG occasionally. I've flown since 1975 and I love both sports."
Come learn to feel the same way. You can reach J.C. at:
Home: 505.869.3708
Mobile: 505.440.5681
jcbfly@msn.com

 

Rapture Air Paragliding LLC

Ever want to feel the freedom of free flight and your thinking about Paragliding? Or maybe you just want to get your blood pumping.... Either way, join us for the day and get your first Solo flight with-in an hour.
Also, we offer lessons to become your own Paragliding pilot. We also offer sales of Paragliders and equipment. For more info visit our web site at www.rapture-air.com

Personal Info:
T.Lee Kortsch
http://www.rapture-air.com
505-228-2667


Dave Prentice, Albuquerque NM and Valle de Bravo Mexico, Email: earthcog@yahoo.com
Burt Bazan, Pecos NM, 505-421-3343, Email: psychosoaring@aol.com