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BASE jumping: the skydiving route

There's no UK course or governing body for BASE. Every route starts with skydiving experience. These guides cover that route and the law and safety.

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Prices

What it costs

Become qualified
Typical price abroad: £1,250 to £2,500 (the first BASE course is the entry step; there is no UK qualification)
Per day
Typical price abroad: £200 to £400 a day for coaching

Typical prices, checked October 2026. The club or coach sets and bills the price.

Governing body

Start here

  1. Step 1: How to start BASE jumping in the UKHow BASE jumping works in the UK.Read the guide →

The route

  1. Step 2: The skydiving route to BASE jumping in the UKThe skydiving route to BASE jumping in the UK.Read the guide →

For everyone

  1. Step 3: BASE jumping in the UK: the law and safetyBASE jumping in the UK: the law and safety.Read the guide →

Ready to start? The club map lists some of the UK clubs for this sport, or use the enquiry form to have a coach found for you.