It makes little sense to fear something that only exists in your imagination—but skydiving? It's the most natural thing in the world! Taking the leap and booking a skydive is already the first act of bravery you'll have overcome (though the hardest and most fun part is still to come).
Leaping into the void is a dream pursued by many, yet not everyone gets the chance to do it or overcomes their fear. But you, who’ve already made up your mind, should know one thing first: you’re not alone at any point, from the moment the experience begins on the ground until you’re back on solid earth.
As often happens, overthinking things doesn’t lead to good outcomes. The same goes for skydiving. If the bug has already bitten you... go for it! Don’t overthink it—you’ll only regret it later, and we assure you it’s one of the most incredible sensations you’ll ever experience.
To ease your fears, the most important thing is to understand the risks and know exactly what you’re facing. That’s why the expert skydivers you’ll jump with will give you a detailed briefing on the entire process, the safety gear used, and the backup systems in place to mitigate any potential issues...
This is why it’s so crucial to rely on the professionalism and experience of a well-prepared company—one that guarantees you’ll have an amazing time and that you’ll never forget that moment. In Mexico, you can skydive in almost every state—check out all the options available to skydive here.
But no matter how much we tell you, hearing from someone who’s a regular at this kind of adventure about how bloody brilliant skydiving is carries far more weight. So, here are the best tips from expert skydivers and people who’ve already taken the plunge (some more than once!)
Tips to overcome skydiving fear from those who’ve tried it
- Don’t let the opportunity pass you by. If skydiving is already on your mind... just do it! Don’t overthink it.
- When the plane door opens, you’re not really aware of how high up you are—you can’t see a thing. You know you’re up there, but you can’t make it out, so that extreme height sensation doesn’t really hit you.
- When you jump, it feels like riding a motorbike at top speed—but without that "stomach drop" some people talk about. It’s the most incredible feeling ever!
- Knowing an expert is strapped to your back, controlling everything, gives you confidence.
Tips to overcome skydiving fear from expert skydivers
- Pay close attention to the entire briefing you’ll get before the jump.
- A skydiver’s gear has evolved massively and includes the latest technology in safety and functionality for every component. The danger exists—it’s an extreme sport—but accidents are practically non-existent.
- You jump with two parachutes. If the first doesn’t open, the emergency one will.
- In tandem jumps, a dual-opening system is used—meaning the expert skydiver can deploy the parachute from either their left or right side.
Now that you know skydiving is one of the best sensations you’ll ever experience and that the risks are entirely controlled... what are you waiting for? Don’t let life’s greatest thrills pass you by...
