WHY PARA CLINICS?
Learning to fly is only the beginning.
Most pilots quickly discover that certification is just the first step in a lifelong journey of learning and progression. While flight schools provide the foundations, developing confidence, judgement, decision-making, weather awareness, and real-world flying skills often comes later through experience.
Para Clinics Aotearoa was created to help bridge that gap. Through coaching, guided flying, mentorship, and specialised training, we help pilots continue developing the skills, mindset, and confidence needed to become safer and more capable in the air.
CHOOSE YOUR PATH
WHAT IS PARA CLINICS AOTEAROA?
A pilot development organisation for the free flight community.
We provide structured pathways for pilots who want to continue growing beyond basic certification. Whether your goal is to improve wing control, build confidence in stronger conditions, explore cross-country flying, discover new disciplines, or simply become a more complete pilot, our programmes are designed to support your progression.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
Kathrine & Kurt, Christchurch,
New Zealand
As new PG2 pilots transitioning into mountain flying, the coaching gave us the confidence, skills, and judgement to progress safely. The safety briefings, in-air guidance, and focus on decision-making helped us become more capable and confident pilots. This level of coaching beyond PG2 is incredibly valuable.
John Henderson, Cape Town, South Africa
Zak helped me make the most of my flying trip to New Zealand. From detailed weather briefings to in-air coaching and site selection, every day was tailored to maximise learning and airtime. An incredible experience—I'll definitely be back.
Viktor Barricklow, Wanaka,
New Zealand
We worked on launch technique, ground handling, and thermalling. I learned more in that one flight than in all my previous flights combined. Flying together and receiving real-time coaching made all the difference.
Meet Zak
Zak Morris is a professional paragliding instructor, commercial tandem pilot, guide, and coach with over 20 years of experience in free flight.
Having learned to fly in Wānaka in 2001, Zak has spent decades flying, teaching, and guiding pilots throughout New Zealand and around the world. His experience spans cross-country flying, alpine flying, acrobatics, speed flying, tandem operations, and pilot development.
Through Para Clinics Aotearoa, Zak combines technical expertise with a strong focus on decision-making, mindset, weather awareness, and practical skill development. His coaching philosophy centres on helping pilots build confidence, improve judgement, and develop the tools needed for safe and rewarding real-world flight.
Whether you're taking your first steps beyond certification, working towards your next XC goal, or exploring new disciplines, Zak is passionate about helping pilots continue their journey.
Over 20 years of experience. One goal: helping pilots become safer, more skilled, and more confident in the air.