STOP PRESS – Gliding Course Dates for 2026 Announced
*** BOOK BEFORE 31st DECEMBER 2025 AND WE’LL ADD £100 TO YOUR ACCOUNT TO SPEND DURING YOUR THREE MONTHS MEMBERSHIP ***
Interested in learning to glide or looking for a holiday that’s a little bit different? We’re running three five-day courses throughout the summer of 2026.
Our five-day courses are perfect for anyone who wants to learn to fly, to accelerate their training or just to have a fun week without the stresses of everyday life. You’ll get a feel for what’s involved in learning to fly and experience what it’s like to be a member of our club.
Five Day Gliding Courses:
Here are the dates for our planned courses for 2026. Please note that each course is limited to four places, and you must be 18 or over unless you are accompanied by a parent. Please contact us for further details or to register for one of our courses.
- Monday 11th May
- Monday 22nd June
- Monday 17th August
One Day Gliding Courses
In previous years we have been able to offer a limited number of one day courses but unfortunately we are currently unable to offer these during 2026. We will update this page should the situation change.
What to expect
Our courses are aimed at all levels of ability, especially those who have not flown before, and are tailored to the individual. Training is provided by our British Gliding Association (BGA) qualified instructors and is mostly practical. Where appropriate there will be classroom explanations of what you’re learning in the air but few lectures, no bookwork, and absolutely no tests or exams.
A 5-day course will consist of a maximum of four course members with two instructors dedicated to them. Please note, if you’re new to gliding it’s unusual to go solo on a course.
A typical course day starts at 9am and finishes around 6pm.
- 09:00 : Prepare & check all equipment, vehicles and aircraft
- 10:00 : Daily briefing for all, followed by specific briefing for course members
- 10:30 : Flying commences
- 17:00 : Flying finishes and the gliders and equipment are packed away
- 17:30 : Debrief for Course member(s)
On each course day you can expect up to five launches or 60 minutes in the air (whichever comes first) – the length of each flight is mainly determined by the weather conditions at that time.
| COURse type | price | |
|---|---|---|
| 5 day course (adult) | £850 | Includes membership* for 3 months. |
* Your membership entitles you to fly with us as a Club member at Club rates. You can even start your membership before your course if you wish.