South Australian Sport Parachute Club
Celebrating 50 Years in 2011
About the Club
The South Australian Sport Parachute Club Inc. (SASPC) has existed as an incorporated association since 1962. The SASPC is run by skydivers for sport skydivers in South Australia. The club proudly owns the George Quigley Airfield at Lower Light. The dropzone is currently leased to skydiving operator Adelaide Tandem Skydiving with the funds generated helping to ensure the continuation and development of sport skydiving across all of SA.
Click Here for a detailed History of the Club and Skydiving in SA
OBJECTS OF THE CLUB
The primary purpose for which the Club is established is to:
· Promote interest in parachuting
· Promote good fellowship among those interested in parachuting
· Educate, train, coach, and encourage members of the Club
· Do all such things and acts conducive to the furtherance of the objects and interests of the Club
The club is a non-for-profit organisation, all funds generated by the club are used to uphold the objects of the club. This is brought about by organising and funding sports skydiving events in conjunction with the sport skydiving/training dropzones in South Australia and the Australian Parachute Federation. The club holds it's AGM each year in August.
MEMBERS AND SPORT SKYDIVERS:
The club is still providing the B-Rel subsidy for completed B-Rels as an SASPC member! A rebate of up to $200 can be obtained, find the form, fill it out as you progress and continue to develop and learn.
If you have an idea and you would like to apply to the SASPC to fund your skydiving event, fill in the form online, contact the committee via email: saspc.committee@gmail.com or speak to a committee member at the dropzone!
2019/20 Committee
Sandy Nieuwenhoven-Gray
Jumps: 1400+
Jumping Since: 2002
Skye Kalms
Jumps: 880+
Jumping Since: 2013
Daniel Wilcox
Jumps: 400+
Jumping Since: 2015
Have you ever thought about trying solo skydiving?
Experienced a tandem skydive?
Seen the amazing videos of skydivers, parachutists and B.A.S.E. jumpers and wondered how?
It all starts with AFF!
AFF stands for the Accelerated Freefall Program and it can be completed right here in South Australia. The course involves 9 stages each involving skydiving with trained instructors, developing skills in both freefall and canopy flight. By the end of the course you will have the ability to skydive solo and explore the world of skydiving!
There are two dropzones in SA that provide this course, use the link below to explore their websites for more information and book your AFF Course today!
...and if you need some more convincing to join the world of skydiving, watch these videos from the APF:
President
Matthew Muth
Jumps: 600+
Jumping Since: 2013
Secretary
Ash Van Hagen
Jumps: 250+
Jumping Since: 2017
Treasurer
Shaun Henderson
Jumps: 1300+
Jumping Since: 2013
Events Calendar
The following events are proudly funded by or affiliated with the SASPC:
Oct 17, 2019
SA Skydiving
Canopy Course with mossy - Langhorne Creek SA
Canopy Coaching including . . . . . .
Accuracy, Safety & awareness, Mind set
All types of landings, and heaps more . . . . . .
Cost $20 per day and $28 hop n pops
To register contact Zack on
Facebook, Email zackrosser@hotmail.com or Ph 0451 595 088
Thanks for the support from the:
SASPC, SAPC, APF and SA Skydiving
Hope to see you there
Oct 22, 2020
Lower Light
CRW Boogie: Parabatics Camp
This is no longer an expression of interest! Click "Get Tickets" now to secure your spot!!
Please ensure you have filled out the form also. We look forwad to seeing you there!!!!
LOAD ORGANISERS:
- Lyal Waddell is travelling all the way from Canada along with Aidan Walters to impart their Parabatics wizardry onto us. Both were part of Canadian 4 Way Rotation CRW team "Plaid Jackets"
ESSENTIALS:
- This is not for the feint-hearted, you must have previous CRW experience (more is always better, so get current!)
- CRW specific parachute, if you don't have one we'll find one for you (give us plenty of notice to sort this out)
- Don't forget your hook knives - you might want more than one!!!
CRW FITNESS:
- You guys and gals know how it is - start doing chin ups, it'll make the week of CRW a whole lot easier and a lot more fun!
- Lyall says parabatics requires leg strength, so add squats into your training regime - get those booties movin!
Nov 01, 2019
Lower Light
Night Jumps
Requirements:
C Licence
Audible altimeter
Illuminated visual altimeter
Securely attached torch
Come out and get jump in during the day, familiarise yourself with the DZ if you haven't jumped there.
There will be a required briefing over dinner and we will try and pre-manifest the loads to keep it running smoothly throughout the night.
Obviously this is weather dependant (clear skies, low wind) but keep the date free.
Dec 12, 2019
Skydive Central: Albert St
SASPC Christmas Party
2019 SASPC Christmas Party
Location: Skydive Central, 95 Albert St Goodwood
Lets get all of SA's skydivers together, hang out and party.
We are bringing back the Video Competition!
Get creative, spend the rest of the year coming up with a edit of your skydiving or extra-curricular activities to show on the night. Marcus will be organising a notable judging panel to select a winning video.
Prizes: TBA
Partners, future skydivers, all welcome. Hope to see you there!
Links
Forms & Publications
SASPC Constitution
B-Rel Subsidy Form
SASPC Logo
Paper Membership Form
