![]() |
Brazil XC CoursesWe have been going to Brazil for 19 years because of the reliably smooth 2-6mps climbs to 7,000ft cloud base, and stunning landscapes. All at a time when the weather in the northern hemishpere is cold and wet. This year we will be spending 2 weeks flying at this incredible site, at the best time of year, from 27th of February to the 13th March. The course includes tuition, mountain transport, plus the intimate briefings, air-to-air training and lectures. XC Valadares, Brazil 27th February to 13th March, 2010, (14 flying days) If you are interested in coming on the course then please read on...
The CourseFor 2009 my plan is to have 12 pilots maximum with 3 guides, Chris, Tim & myself. On a typical day you will be picked up from your hotel at around 09:30 and driven up to the take off. There you'll be given a team brief/ de-brief, and lecture. Once everyone is ready we'll set a task to fly and then take off together, flying as far as possible, under radio tuition, as a team. One of us will be with the first group and the other instructors will be positioned throughout the pack, with the last one bringing up the rear. After a few days into the course we may change to position ourselves to look after the pilots who may need more instruction. Our aim is to have everyone getting personal bests and making the most out of the conditions, so please feel free to ask loads of questions and make sure you sap us of all knowledge. To give you an idea last year we flew everyday and 40km was a common average. We have a great deal of information on the flight plan that we will be sending out when you book. The launch site is smooth but steep with a gentle up-slope breeze. You are all good enough to fly from there with no problems so there won't always be a take-off instructor there. Please remember that although you are on a course and we are giving you full instruction, where possible, you must be self-reliant and be able to make your own decisions as well. If you bomb out then you can always hitch a lift up to take-off with one of the local pilots and have another go. Also if a large group bomb out then we will sort out a deal with the truck driver and he will bring you back up. If there are 3 of you then it's worth getting a taxi, but agree a price before you get in. Ref' radios, make sure they're 2-metre band and, if possible, get a 110 volt to 220v transformer, although it is possible to get them made out there.
Travel LogisticsThe main group is flying out on the following British airways flight from London to Brazil return. We will stay a night in Rio and get the bus to GV the following afternoon. If you wish to get a different flight that arrives earlier then we can either meet in Rio or GV. We will give you full travel advice. Confirmed main flight
The course will start at 9AM on the 27th and finish at 5pm on the 13th March. After the briefing at the Real Minas hotel in GV, we will go up to launch, treating it as a relaxing orientation thermalling flight getting pilots familier with the area and their kit. The big Xc's will start on the 1st!
HotelI will book everyone into the Real minas hotel in the centre of town. We have a group price of around $16 per person per night but I will confirm this once I know what type of room you require. Let me know if you don't mind sharing and I will pair you up with other course members, this will save you a few bob too. Should you want cheaper accommodation then I will show you around once we are out there. Real Minas Hotel |
Home |
Paragliding Courses |
Paragliding SIV |
Paragliding XC |
Paragliding Tandem Rides |
Flyability
Calendar | Paragliding DVDs | Paragliding Shop | Photo Gallery | Blog | Contact Copyright 2007 © Escape XC. All Rights Reserved. |