chuck_skywalker 0 #1 October 27, 2011 Just wanted to introduce myself real quick. I read some of the other newbie posts in this area and they all seem to have the same feelings I do. Did my first tandem 26 Sep. 2010 at West TN Skydiving. I was a little nervous but I knew it was for me and that I would get over the fear. As soon as the door went up all of the fear and anxiety was gone. Once I got in the door I knew I was committed and to just have fun. Didn't get back to jump until 7 August 2011. Another tandem since I did not get scheduled in AFF soon enough. Then on 19 August I got into AFF school. Did my first AFF on 20 August and level 2 on 7 September. Going back to do level 3 and hopefully level 4 (weather permitting) this Saturday. I am hooked. My father and older brother are pilots and I have shared some time with them in small planes (Cessna's, etc) since I was a boy. And I can honestly say that I feel more comfortable jumping out then trying to land. Landing in those little planes is nerve racking. I know this was a long post, but real quick I just want to give a shout out to everybody at WTS for making my experience into this sport a great one. Everyone has been very helpful, professional and knowledgeable. I am very glad that I only live a half hour away from this top notch DZ. Thanks guys. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymama 37 #2 October 28, 2011 Welcome to the forums! She is Da Man, and you better not mess with Da Man, because she will lay some keepdown on you faster than, well, really fast. ~Billvon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chuck_skywalker 0 #3 October 28, 2011 Well, I didnt know they were having a boogie but I will probably be there now that you mention it. I just like being around the airport and watching everyone do there thing. Its been fun. I was already excited but now Im even more excited. Thanks for the info. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chuck_skywalker 0 #4 October 31, 2011 Just a quick update. I did get to jump Saturday once. level 3 AFF. It went well and I passed. Kinda got a bad spot along with pretty strong winds and had to land in a bean field but landed safely. There were alot of folks out there having a great time jumping. The atmosphere in this sport is different from what I am used to. It is definitely more inclusive rather that exclusive. I like that. Met a lot of nice people and had a great time watching some of the more experienced guys and gals do their thing. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
