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Level 1

Belly Flying

Build a stable foundation, then add precise movement, altitude control, and safe entries and exits.

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Lessons

1

Sections

Section 01

Belly Flying

01Neutral Belly PositionFly at a neutral wind speed with full control in a stable, neutral belly position and without excessive movement or rotation.Prerequisite included1 video02Belly Forward & BackwardMove forward and backward with correct upper- and lower-body inputs, stop between movements, and maintain altitude, stability, heading, and control.Prerequisite included1 video03Belly Fly TurnsComplete controlled turns in both directions using balanced upper- and lower-body inputs, beginning and ending on a predetermined heading.Prerequisite included1 video04Belly Up & DownMove up, stop, and move down in a controlled manner without moving forward, backward, or changing heading.Prerequisite included1 video05Belly Fly Side SlideMove sideways in both directions using balanced whole-body inputs, then stop on heading without gaining or losing altitude.Prerequisite included1 video06Belly Fly Enter & ExitEnter into a neutral belly position and approach and exit the doorway safely, in control, at an appropriate altitude, and with minimal instructor assistance.Prerequisite included2 videos07Flyer Safety BriefEstablish the shared plan, equipment requirements, communication, and safety expectations before any flight begins.