Best Places to Skydive in Central Kentucky

The wind in your face, nothing but sky surrounding you, and the adrenaline rush of falling through the air from over 3000 feet. Sound interesting? Well, if you have ever longed to skydive or freefall, central Kentucky has several great establishments to help you fulfill this dream.

Nestled in historic Bardstown, Kentucky, Greene Co. Sport Parachute Center offers classes for beginners and professional jumpers alike. They have been in business since 1969 and all of their instructors have current certifications with the USPA (United States Parachute Association). Greene recommends tandem jumps for 1st timers as a way to introduce them to the sport. This type of jump only requires a few minutes of prep time on the ground. Prices for a tandem jump start at $175.00. For those with a little experience under their belts, there are staticline jumps where the student is attached to an experienced skydiver via a staticline and Freefall skydives. Of course there are requirements for the more advanced jumps and prices for freefalls are as much as $350.00. There are height and weight restrictions to consider and Greene Co. offers group discounts so visit them on the web at http://www.usairnet.com/cgi-bin/skydiving/link.cgi?p=skydiving-lessons&lid=9000 or call them at (270) 723-3587. They are located at 215 Airport Road in Bardstown, Kentucky.