by Eric Junge | Nov 18, 2019 | First Time Skydive
USPA The USPA (United States Parachute Association) is the regulatory body for skydiving in the United States. They are not a governing body but USPA is the only professional organization that represents skydiving in the country, also the provider of recommended best...
by Eric Junge | Nov 15, 2019 | FAQ, Safety
Every skydiving rig is equipped with both a main and a reserve parachute. As a tandem skydiver, you are with a trained professional who knows how to handle a malfunction and deploy the reserve chute if it’s necessary. Silicon Valley Skydiving takes your safety very...
by Eric Junge | Nov 11, 2019 | FAQ, Professional Media
HOW DO I GET PICTURES OF ME SKYDIVING If you’re jumping tandem for the very first time, you may be wondering if there’s some way to document this once-in-a-lifetime moment. Even if you continue to skydive (once you try it, you probably will. Once...
by Eric Junge | Oct 31, 2019 | Lifestyle
A Life-Changing Experience Updated: Mar 14, 2020 Some are in it for the rush, some want to push their limits, some are working on their bucket list, and these are great reasons. But here’s an even better one, and any of the sport skydivers will tell you –...
