SIV / Safety and Fun training

New School Teaching & Old School Fun!

Become a safer, more confident and more skilled pilot, while having an amazing time!

Date: 3–8 May 2027 – we have 6 spots available

Take your flying to the next level with our modern SIV Training at the beautiful Lago d’Idro in Italy!

Whether it’s your first SIV or you’ve already completed several courses, we’ll help you improve your skills, gain confidence and discover what you and your glider are truly capable of.

What will you learn?

✅ Build confidence – trust yourself and your equipment.

✅ Master your glider – understand its behaviour and learn how to react.

✅ Learn modern SIV techniques – improve your control, timing and precision.

✅ Discover new manoeuvres – challenge yourself and take your skills further.

✅ Progress at your own pace – personalised coaching adapted to YOUR level and goals.

✅ Learn & have fun! – enjoy an unforgettable week of flying, progress and good vibes!

Who is this training for?

From your very first SIV to advanced glider control – everyone is welcome!

🪂 First-time SIV pilots: Build confidence and develop essential safety and handling skills.

🪂 Experienced pilots: Refine your techniques, improve your precision and take on new challenges.

🪂 Freestyle & Acro curious? Build a solid foundation for your first advanced manoeuvres.

Your level. Your pace. Your progress.

No one-size-fits-all training! With modern teaching methods, step-by-step coaching and a positive learning atmosphere, we help you become not just a safer pilot, but a BETTER pilot!

Ready to take your flying to the next level?

👉 Book your SIV Training and let’s fly! 🪂

Further information

Course Details & Price

  • Duration: 5 training days + 1 reserve day*

  • Premium SIV Training: Small groups with a maximum of 8 pilots

  • Price: €950 per person, including our Weather Guarantee*

*Reserve Day & Weather Guarantee: Saturday is reserved as an additional training day if poor weather conditions during the week prevent us from completing at least 5 training flights.

Hier findest du die SIV-Termine

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Participation Requirements

To join our SIV Training, please make sure you have:

  • Valid paragliding licence

  • Valid IPPI Card for flying in Italy.

  • Good physical and mental fitness to participate safely.

  • Your own flying equipment – preferably the glider you normally use for flying / thermalling.

  • Valid third-party liability insurance covering paragliding.

  • Suitable footwear with good grip, even on wet grass.

  • Gloves for protection and better grip.

  • A positive mindset! Bring your motivation, curiosity and enthusiasm to learn something new! 😎

To ensure a safe training experience, please make sure your equipment meets the following requirements:

    • Glider inspection: Your paraglider has been inspected, and its inspection certificate is still valid during the training.

    • Weight range: You fly within your paraglider’s certified weight range.

    • Reserve parachute: Your reserve is suitable for your weight and is no more than 10 years old (unless otherwise specified by the manufacturer).

    • Reserve repacking: Your reserve parachute has been repacked within the 6 months before the training, unless the manufacturer specifies a different interval.

  • SIV Training entirely in English.

  • Personalised training programme – manoeuvres adapted to your experience, skills and goals.

  • Positive coaching – supportive, motivating and fun!

  • Harness and reserve parachute compatibility check.

  • Waterproof radio with in-ear speaker and two-way communication.

  • Inflatable life jacket rental, including a replacement CO₂ cartridge if you accidentally land in the water – no extra charge!

  • Flotation device for your reserve parachute handle.

  • Theory sessions and a training handout.

  • Personal briefings and debriefings before and after every flight.

  • Video analysis to help you understand and improve your technique.

  • Ground handling sessions.

  • Instant access to your flight videos – download and review your footage as soon as you land!

  • A stunning location, great restaurants and lots of fun! 😎🪂

  • A little surprise gift! 🎁

  • Shuttle bus to take-off: €10 per ride.

  • Idro Flycard: €10 covers take-off and landing fees for this week.

  • Replacement CO₂ cartridge: €35 if your inflatable life jacket is intentionally activated.

  • Travel expenses: Transport to and from Lago d’Idro.

  • Accommodation: We recommend staying at Camping Miralago.

  • Food & drinks: Meals and beverages are not included.

What Manoeuvres Can You Learn?

Before the training, we’ll discuss your experience, personal goals and the manoeuvres you’d like to learn or practise.

For first-time SIV pilots, we follow our proven step-by-step training method. For everyone else, the possibilities are wide open! We’ll always take your personal wishes, experience and goals into account to create an exciting training programme tailored just for you!

Nothing is mandatory, almost everything is possible! 😉

Available Manoeuvres

  1. Advanced pitching exercises

  2. Rolling with weight shift + stabilisation

  3. Rolling with weight shift and brakes + stabilisation

  4. Ears + speed bar (A3 or B3, depending on your glider)

  5. Big ears + speed bar

  6. Asymmetric collapses (30–50%)

  7. Asymmetric collapses + speed bar

  8. Sustained asymmetric collapse

  9. Sustained asymmetric collapse + speed bar

  10. Frontal collapse

  11. Frontal collapse + speed bar

  12. Pitching into a frontal collapse (on request)

  13. B-line stall

  14. Spiral dive with an asymmetric collapse

  15. Autorotation

  16. Dive to pitch

  17. Introduction to spiral dives

  18. Advanced spiral dives

  19. Introduction to asymmetric stalls / negative spins

  20. Wingovers

  21. Full stall via negative spin + backfly (modern method)

  22. Full stall + backfly (modern two-stage stall technique)

  23. Traditional full stall (on request)

  24. 90° spin

  25. 180° spin

  26. 360° spin + full stall / backfly

  27. SAT

  28. Helico

  29. Something else in mind? Just let us know by email!

Important: None of these manoeuvres are compulsory. Your training programme is always adapted to your experience, skill level and personal goals. Advanced manoeuvres are introduced only when you’re ready

Daniel Tomaschek:  Experience, Passion & Personalised Coaching

As a certified Austrian paragliding instructor, SIV trainer and passionate XC and acro pilot, Daniel combines years of flying experience with modern training techniques and a genuine passion for teaching.

For Daniel, it’s all about YOU!

His coaching philosophy focuses on positive motivation, trust and individual progress – never pressure or competition.

With patience, constructive feedback and a good sense of humour, he creates a relaxed and supportive learning environment where every pilot feels comfortable and motivated to improve.

No one-size-fits-all training!

Every exercise is adapted to your experience, personal goals and comfort zone. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced pilot, Daniel helps you build confidence, understand your glider and take your flying skills to the next level.

His goal? That you finish the training not only as a safer and more skilled pilot, but also with a big smile on your face! 😎🪂

New School Teaching & Old School Fun!

Our team stays at Camping Miralago, and we highly recommend staying here too!

The campsite is right next to the restaurant where our theory sessions take place, with direct access to the lake and beach. Perfect for a refreshing swim between training sessions! ☀️🏖️

Prefer a hotel or apartment?

No problem! Check Booking.com for accommodation in Baitoni or Bondone.

Please use Google Maps or Booking.com’s map view to check the distance to Camping Miralago before booking. We recommend staying close to the lake and avoiding accommodation up in the mountains.

Our meeting point:

📍 Camping Miralago

Via Porto Camarelle 2, Baitoni – Bondone, Italy

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Course Cancellation Due to Weather or Unforeseen Circumstances

What happens if we have to cancel the training due to bad weather or circumstances beyond our control?

Fortunately, cancellations are rare at our training location, Lago d’Idro in Italy.

However, if we need to cancel the course, you’ll receive an 80% refund (€760) of your €950 course fee. The remaining 20% (€190) covers organisational costs already incurred.

Weather Conditions & Cancellation Notice

Your safety and the quality of our training always come first.

If the weather forecast doesn’t allow us to provide safe, high-quality training, we’ll inform you via our WhatsApp group no later than 3 days before the course starts.

Cancellation Policy & Travel Insurance

Already booked and paid for your SIV Training, but unable to attend?

We strongly recommend taking out travel cancellation insurance. Depending on your policy and the reason for cancellation, your insurance may cover some or all of your course fees.

Cancellation & Refund Policy

If you need to cancel your booking, the following refund conditions apply:

  • 90 days or more before the course: 80% refund (€760)

  • 60–89 days before the course: 50% refund (€475)

  • 30–59 days before the course: 30% refund (€285)

  • Less than 30 days before the course: No refund (0%)

Can’t Attend? Transfer Your Spot!

If you find another pilot to take your place, no problem! We’ll happily transfer your booking to them.

Once your replacement has paid the course fee, you’ll receive a 100% refund of your original payment.

If we can fill your spot with someone from our waiting list, you’ll receive an 80% refund instead.

We’re currently working on our Frequently Asked Questions section.

Stay tuned – coming soon! 😉🪂