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Gliding Lesson - One Day Course

Experience the amazing tranquillity of soaring on a glider high above the landscape. Tuition and expert guidance on a dual control glider will prepare you to take the controls!

Learning to fly is a desire many people harbour and there is no more sociable and affordable way of achieving it than gliding.

Available at several locations in England and Wales, this memorable day will start with a full briefing from your British Gliding Association instructor. Don't be surprised if you're asked to lend a hand with whatever needs doing as one of the great benefits of gliding is that it is very much a team effort and that's why it is such a sociable activity. Most clubs are staffed by members only and you may need to keep a log or prepare to launch other gliders while waiting for your turn.

Depending on the weather conditions, you will be offered two to three air tows. Throughout this one-day course you will experience the total tranquillity of soaring up into the sky and drifting silently on the thermals in a dual control glider. With no engines to spoil the mood with noise pollution, you will feel as if you are in heaven, floating weightlessly around the clouds.

Although the instructor will be there with you, you will be given the reins and any time spent gliding will count towards a licence, should you get hooked to this amazing feeling and continue training.


  • Voucher valid for 9 months for one person.
  • 2-3 aerotows, depending on your chosen location.
  • Opportunity to prepare the gliders for flight.
  • Also included in this experience is cancellation indemnity and personal accident cover to the value of £50,000

Notes and Restrictions

  • Welcoming and briefing.
  • Enjoy the opportunity to help out with preparing the gliders for flight and other tasks associated with the sport.
  • 2-3 aerotows, depending on your chosen location.
  • Voucher valid for 9 months for one person.
  • Participants must be able to climb in and out of the aircraft and be of a reasonable fitness.
  • Minimum age 12 years old but anyone under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian present on site throughout the experience.
  • Maximum weight 16 stone and maximum height 6'4".
  • The exact itinerary and equipment used on the day may vary according to location.

  • East: Bedfordshire (Sandy)
  • East: Essex (Colchester - Wormingford Airfield)
  • Midlands: Lincolnshire (Grantham - Saltby Airfield)
  • Midlands: Staffordshire (Burton-on-Trent)
  • Midlands: Warwickshire (Bidford-on-Avon)
  • North East: North Yorkshire (York)
  • South East: Kent (Challock)
  • South West: Devon (Barnstaple)
  • Wales: Powys

Rating 5 out of 55 out of 5
"Floating in the clouds - amazing"

My partner loved this present and I was very pleased with the service I received from Experience Mad. He had no problem booking the day he wanted and the venue were helpful in letting him know what to wear and bring for the day. He 'mucked in' by helping other gliders take off, which he enjoyed. Then after a detailed briefing it was his turn to take to the skies. He said it was the most surreal but amazing experience. The silence of the journey is the first thing you notice. He said the views were stunning and that he couldn't believe how quickly you can pick it up. I was very happy with my purchase. Thanks Experience Mad!

Debbie Lewis, Thirsk
Location: York
Date: July, 2011


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You will receive a presentation gift pack which contains your voucher (valid for 9 months from date of issue unless otherwise stated), details about the experience and instructions on how to book a date.

Delivery is by 1st class post, or for an additional charge we offer 48 Hour Guaranteed Delivery. Please allow 3-5 working days for 1st class deliveries and 2 working days for our 48 Hour service.


Your Questions Answered

I am interested in purchasing this experience. Can you kindly confirm booking process and costs?

You can purchase your experience either online or over the phone, once this is done you will be sent a voucher in the post. On receipt of your voucher, you can contact the venue direct to arrange your date booking. The price for this experience is £179 per person.