Parakite Foundations (FLARE Programme)
Explore a New Dimension of Wing Control
Available spots
Service Description
Duration: 3 Days Location: Kaka Point, New Zealand Level: PG2+ Pilots Standard Pricing $1,195 NZD Progression Pricing: Intro Clinic graduates receive $200 off Parakite Foundations ($995 NZD). NOTE: Dates represent the course window. The most suitable three training days will be confirmed based on weather and conditions. Parakite Foundations is a 3-day FLARE pilot development programme designed to build advanced wing control, strong-wind confidence, and core skills for progression into modern wing systems such as parakites, speed wings, and miniwings. Parakiting is a modern hybrid wing system between paragliding and speed flying. Its expanded usable wind range allows increased airtime, more practice opportunities, and the ability to safely train in stronger wind conditions. This accelerates skill development and builds confidence in dynamic environments. Using FLARE parakites, pilots train with highly responsive wings that provide immediate feedback in real wind conditions, developing precision, awareness, and active control that transfers across all flying disciplines. The focus is on developing a more capable, adaptable, and confident pilot in dynamic conditions. What You Learn Wing differences (PG, miniwing, speed wing, parakite) FLARE wing behaviour Strong-wind control & ground handling Precision launch technique Energy management Weather & site assessment Risk & decision-making Structure Theory: wing design, FLARE systems, weather, safety Ground: control drills in dynamic wind Flying: coached real-world application Debrief: feedback + progression planning Outcomes ✔ Better wing control & confidence ✔ Strong-wind handling skills ✔ Improved judgement & awareness ✔ Transferable flying skills ✔ SWP progression readiness SWP Pathway Parakite Foundations is part of the SWP progression system. Pilots who meet the required standard may be awarded the NZHGPA SWP Rating during the course. Standalone SWP Assessment is available for experienced pilots. If unsure, start with Parakite Intro Clinic for progression support. Ground Handling Mastery → Parakite Intro Clinic → Parakite Foundations → SWP Rating Further Progression Opportunities: Advanced Parakite Progression Speed Flying Speed Riding All participants must complete the registration form prior to attendance.
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation & Refund Policy Parakite Foundations is a fixed-date, small-group training programme with limited spaces available. To ensure the course can be delivered effectively and fairly for all participants, the following cancellation policy applies. Participant Cancellations * More than 30 days before the course start date: Full refund minus any booking or payment processing fees. * 14–30 days before the course start date: 50% refund of the course fee. * Less than 14 days before the course start date: No refund. Participants may transfer their booking to another person, subject to approval and eligibility requirements. Weather & Course Delivery Parakite Foundations is a weather-dependent programme. Every effort will be made to deliver the full course using suitable sites, conditions, and training activities. If weather conditions prevent some flying activities from taking place, alternative training may include: * Ground handling and wing control exercises * Theory and classroom sessions * Equipment workshops * Weather and decision-making training * Flight planning and debriefs No refunds will be provided for weather-related changes where the course is delivered in a reasonable alternative format. Course Postponement If conditions are unsuitable for the safe delivery of the programme as a whole, Para Clinics Aotearoa reserves the right to postpone the course. In this situation, participants will be offered: * Transfer to a future course date; or * A credit valid for 12 months. Participant Safety Para Clinics Aotearoa reserves the right to refuse participation or remove a participant from the programme if their behaviour, skill level, equipment, or decision-making is considered unsafe. No refund will be provided in these circumstances. Travel & Accommodation Participants are responsible for their own travel, accommodation, insurance, and associated costs. Para Clinics Aotearoa is not responsible for expenses incurred due to weather delays, postponements, cancellations, or changes to the programme.
Contact Details
+64 27 314 2790
info@paraclinicsaotearoa.co.nz
16 McCormick St, Wānaka, New Zealand