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In this guide
- What you need first: A B Licence, at least 200 total jumps, CT2, one further grade 1 qualification, such as FS1 or FF1, and the C Licence written exam.
- Cost: Per coached jump: typical UK price £40 to £80.
- What's next: The D licence
Two hundred jumps. You've got the skills, and now the sport starts asking you to give some back.
What you need
- A B Licence.
- At least 200 total jumps.
- CT2 and one further grade 1 qualification (FS1, FF1 and so on).
- A pass in the C Licence written exam.
What it lets you do
- Take on more demanding disciplines.
- Wear auxiliary equipment approved by your Chief Instructor, such as a camera helmet.
- Coach less experienced but qualified skydivers in disciplines such as FS1 and FF1.
- Start on the instructor path: Category System Basic Instructor, then Category System Instructor. Tandem Instructor needs 800 jumps and 8 hours of freefall. See coaching and instructor ratings.
Source: Training & Progression and the Operations Manual (September 2026), British Skydiving, checked October 2026.
Governing body: British Skydiving. It sets the UK safety standards and training awards for skydiving, so it's the official place to find out more.
Typical prices, checked October 2026. The club or coach sets and bills the price.
The club map lists some of the UK clubs for this sport. It is a starting point, so check with the club before you travel. To have a coach found for you, use the enquiry form.
