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The Parachute and its Pilot, A Seminar Series
Learn Canopy Piloting from Brian Germain
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The goal of the course is to promote safety. I try to hit as many topics as possible in the time allowed, which is why I try to do an entire weekend workshop now, rather than one evening talk. There is a lot to cover.

The course primarily targets canopy skills and understanding as the primary subject matter, from the perspective of a parachute designer. I will, however, adapt the class to incorporate anything the hosts believe to be appropriate, as well as shaping the subject matter to fit each particular group of students. I also include information on the psychology of survival in high stress situations, a topic on which I have done a great amount of research. I can also include a copy of my new book: "The Parachute and its Pilot" for each of the participants.

We often include jumping in the course, but it isn't necessary at all. The bulk of the learning is in the classroom, not the air. If we do go that route, I will provide specific jump objectives, as well as providing video debrief of landings.

I strongly recommend having video of each participant's landing prior to the course. This will deepen the discussions, even if the weather does not work out for jumping.

The course fee is $195 per student, and the DZ management or host arranges my transportation, as well as reasonable accommodations. This can include crashing at someone's house, or other cost-effective avenue. It has become standard procedure for the host to charge more than $195 in order to cover my travel expenses.

Minimum class size is 10 participants. There is no maximum number of students, although more than 20 participants should include a third day.

I highly suggest booking well in advance of the planned date of the course, as the demand for this has become quite high worldwide. Emailing your jumpers with the course dates and details no less than one month before the course is essential.

To begin the process of getting Brian to your drop zone, email us here:
bgermain@bigairsportz.com

Sincerely,

Brian Germain
www.BIGAIRSPORTZ.com
bgermain@bigairsportz.com

The Parachute and its Pilot
A Weekend with Brian Germain
*Times and topics may vary!

Also available in book format!

The Parachute and its Pilot is the singular resource for canopy flight information. Whether you are a new jumper looking for further your education or an expert canopy pilot seeking tips on advancing your techniques, this book has something for you. The book is jam-packed with information compiled over 18 years of skydiving experience, and offers technical yet very straight-forward explanations of ram air parachute flight. Written by one of the industry's leading parachute designers, The Parachute and its Pilot is a must-have handbook for every skydiver.

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Emotional Factors in Aviation Safety
A Seminar by Brian Germain

Fear is the one aspect of aviation that is not adequately addressed. When we analyze and accident, we look at empirical data, logic and decision trees, and mostly neglect to account for psycho-emotional factors. The emotional state of a pilot is a core determining factor in whether or not they are able to make the correct decisions in the event of an emergency.

The ability to work amidst a climate of hot emotions is essential for safe flying. Through understanding of the derivation of fear and of its inner workings, we can develop coping mechanisms that allow an individual to maintain a state of calm focus, and regain this state when balance is lost. This “Chill Affinity” can make the difference in whether a pilot seizes up in panic, or focuses on the problems and finds solutions.

Fear is fire in the cockpit. You do not put a fire out with more heat, you do it with water. Through repetitive training of emergency procedures, we can map out a clear path through danger, but this is but one edge of a double edge sword with which we battle panic. The other aspect of training must involve the development of a connection to the state of calmness and inner focus. This is honed through the practice of mindfulness/awareness training. Specific techniques will be discussed.

General Resume:

Brian Germain
Website: www.BrianGermain.com
Author: Vertical Journey, The Parachute and its Pilot, Transcending Fear
Education: B.A. Psychology, University of Vermont, Masters in Contemplative Psychotherapy, Naropa University, Independent Research on Fear
Over 10,000 Parachute Jumps, 20 years Experience
Parachute Designer/Test Pilot: 11 Years
X-Games Champion: Freefly Skydiving 1997

Advanced Course
A Seminar by Brian Germain

Swooping has become the hottest new branch of our sport. With increased speed comes increased danger. As with all dangerous activities, there is a way. If you know the way, there is no significant danger. If you do not, you are playing with fire with gasoline-soaked gloves.

The Advanced Camp targets increasing safety and skills in high speed approaches and landings. The secrets to setting up, diving in and getting the most out of your energy are the focus of this three day course. In-air training and video debriefing are supplemented with a hearty dose of aerodynamic theory, design and navigational technique.

Although helpful, it is unnecessary to have attended one of Brian’s basic courses as a pre-requisite to the advanced course. Prior reading of The Parachute and its Pilot is also extremely helpful in order to get a head-start on the material.

Minimum Requirement: 300 Jumps
Course Duration: 4 Days
Minimum Participation: 10 Pilots
Cost Per Participant: $250

Past Course Locations

Adventure Center Skydiving, Hollister, California African Freefall Convention, South Africa Australian Parachute Federation Conference, Cairns, Australia Benefit Seminar: Tunnel For the Cause, Orlando, Florida Blue Sky Ranch, Gardiner, New York Chambersburg Skydiving Center, Chambersburg, Pennsylvania Chicagoland Skydiving Center, Hinkley, Illinois Coastal Skydivers, North Carolina Collegiate National Championships, Lake Wales, Florida Danish Parachute Federation, Roskilde, Denmark Dutch Parachute Association Conference, Amsterdam, The Netherlands Edmonton Skydive Centre, Edmonton, Canada
Finland: Hämeen Laskuvarjourheilijat
Freefall, Lake Taupo, New Zealand
Green Beret Sport Parachute Activity, Fort Bragg, North Carolina Hassfurt Skydiving, Hassfurt, Germany Hilversum, The Netherlands (Holland) Skydive Hoogeveen, The Netherlands International Parachuting Symposium
            Orlando, Florida
            Houston, Texas
            Reno, Nevada
Irish Parachute Club, Dublin Ireland
National Air and Space Museum, Washington, DC Norweigian Freeze Fest, Opdal, Norway Oestre Aera, Norway Paradise Skydives, Vinton, Iowa Raeford Parachute Center, Raeford, North Carolina S.A.F.E. Association Symposium, Phoenix, Arizona Skien, Norway Skive, Denmark Sky Knights, Wisconsin Sky's The Limit, Pennsylvania Skydive Burnaby, Ontario, Canada Skydive Carolina, South Carolina Skydive Chicago, Ottawa, Illinois Skydive City, Zephyrhills FL Skydive Houston, Houston, Texas Skydive Kansas, Osage City, Kansas Skydive Nagambie, Australia Skydive New England, Lebanon, Maine Skydive New Mexico, Belen, New Mexico Skydive Orange, Orange, Massachusetts Skydive Ramblers, Toogoolawah, Australia Skydive Richmond, Richmond, Indiana Skydive Stockholm, Sweden Skydive Suffolk, VA Skydive Sussex, Sussex, New Jersey Skydive Tecumseh, Tecumseh, Michigan Skydive Temple, Temple, Texas Skydive Utah, Erda, Utah Skyventure Colorado, Highlands Ranch, Colorado Skyventure New Hampshire, Manchester, New Hampshire Sydney Skydivers, Australia US Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs, Colorado US Special Forces, Arizona West Point, West Point Virginia Winnipeg Skydiving Centre, Manitoba Canada

Skydive Radio Interviews

Available for FREE Download! Brian has been doing interviews for Skydive Radio on several topics including Canopy Flight, Freeflying and The Psychology of Fear. Listen in and hear Brian discussing some of the hottest topics in our sport today. These in-depth discussions provide answers to questions emailed to Skydive Radio from listeners worldwide. Don’t miss out on this free opportunity to hear Brian teach!

Here are the shows:

Show #14 “General Canopy Flight Dynamics”
Show #18 “High Performance Flight”
Show #27 “Emotional Factors in Aviation”
Show #33 "Freeflying, Part One"
Show #48 "Freeflying, Part Two"
Show #74"Brian answers listener questions Pt 1"
Show #75"Brian answers listener questions Pt 2"
Show #88 "Hook Turn Restrictions"
Maximizing Life with Scott Chesney
Show #98 "Traffic Patterns"