Children's indoor free fall in Argenteuil, 2 min from 7 to 14 years old

Behind the glass of the wind tunnel, the family watches the child enter the tube alongside his monitor, then leave the ground for the first time. This 2-minute indoor free fall baptism is reserved for children aged 7 to 14, in Argenteuil near Paris. It does not require any experience: you just need to be at least 7 years old and listen to the instructions.

For a child, the wind does not blow with the same force as for an adult. The twelve variators of the wind tunnel regulate the power of the air according to the weight of each participant, and the instructor who enters the air stream with the child further adapts the wind to his profile throughout the flight. Before going there, he shows him the position to hold, the gestures to make and the few signs he will use to communicate with him in the tube. The child puts on the suit and full-face helmet provided, and flies without a watch, jewelry or glasses. The baptism ends with the final takeoff, when the instructor takes him with him to the top of the flight area.

For children aged 7 to 14, a supervisory adult must be present on site. He follows the flight from the visitors' area with brothers and sisters or grandparents who come as spectators, and the passage is broadcast on a large screen. A photo and video option allows you to keep track of the theft. The complex's lobby and bar serve as a waiting point. For a birthday party of 6 children or more, a package with a snack is also offered separately.

Please note: parental authorization is required and the minor information form must be completed before the flight. Medical contraindications are the same as for adults, including epilepsy, a already dislocated shoulder or a recent operation. Dress the child in soft clothing and closed shoes, and plan to arrive 30 minutes before the time for the welcome and briefing.

Four minutes of flight for a child aged 7 to 14 are two 2-minute passages in the Argenteuil wind tunnel tube, always with an instructor at their side. This formula is suitable for children who have already had a first flight and want more, but also for those who are flying for the first time and who want to give time to gain confidence. He thus flies the equivalent of six parachute jumps from 3,800 m and twice as many as during a baptism.

The first passage is for discovery. The child enters the air stream at ground level and the instructor adjusts the wind to their weight, then helps them place their arms and legs as they were shown at the briefing. Between the two passes, he comes out of the tube and catches his breath while the monitor tells him what he will correct the next time.

On the second pass, the child already knows the sensation of the air and the difference can be seen from the visitors' area, where the family follows the two flights through the glass and on the big screen. The instructor can then ask him to hold the position longer and remain stable in the center of the air stream. The flight ends with the final takeoff to the top of the flight zone. The photo and video option allows you to compare the two passages once at home.

For a child who wants to go further, 3-hour on-site courses with 12 minutes of flight are organized for 7 to 17 year olds on certain Wednesdays during school holidays in zone C, with a progress log.

Before coming: a responsible adult must be present on site, parental authorization is required and the minor information form must be completed before the flight. The medical contraindications are the same as for an adult who flies. The suit and full-face helmet are provided, and the child flies without jewelry, a watch or glasses, which wait in a secure locker. Allow 30 minutes in advance of the time slot for reception, equipment and briefing.