Dreaming of learning to fly solo in a paraglider?
Our paragliding courses in Gréolières, in the Alpes-Maritimes, will guide you toward autonomy — from basic ground handling to your very first solo flights. Supervised by certified instructors, you will learn to master your wing, analyze weather and thermal conditions, and fly safely.
Located in an exceptional setting between sea and mountains, our school offers progressive, personalized training, adapted to all levels. Join Les Voyageurs du Ciel and learn to paraglide with total confidence.
The goal of this course is to teach you the basics of paragliding, up to your first big supervised solo flight. You’ll be guided at your own pace by two professional instructors in a safe and supportive environment.
From 12 years old, medical certificate required. No prior experience needed, just the desire to learn to fly. Minors must provide parental authorization.
Courses run all year, generally Monday to Friday (5 days). Catch-up days possible in case of bad weather.
In Gréolières, near Nice, a renowned site with ideal flying conditions. Three take-off zones (300, 600, and 1000m) allow progressive learning. The landing zone in the village also serves as a ground practice area.
You'll learn to analyze weather, handle equipment, ground control, and prepare for your first flight. Includes theory, practical exercises, simulator sessions, and radio-assisted real flights.
Ce stage vise à vous rendre autonome sur différents sites, dans des conditions aérologiques variées. Vous préparerez le brevet de pilote en consolidant vos acquis pratiques, théoriques et mentaux, guidé par deux moniteurs diplômés.
Vous avez validé votre brevet initial, êtes autonome au décollage/atterrissage et souhaitez progresser vers une pratique plus complète.
Toute l’année, en format 5 jours consécutifs ou week-ends adaptés selon votre niveau et disponibilité.
À Gréolières ou sur d'autres sites alentours selon les objectifs. Ce village est un haut lieu du parapente avec 3 décollages pour progresser efficacement, dans des conditions météo variées.
Vous apprendrez à interpréter l’environnement, optimiser votre pilotage actif, voler en thermique, exploiter les descentes rapides, affiner vos décisions mentales et maîtriser les règles du vol libre.
Vous passerez 3 modules pratiques et 1 QCM théorique (note minimale 15/20). Ce brevet valide le niveau bleu de la progression FFVL et permet d’accéder au Brevet de Pilote Confirmé (BPC).
5 jours = 750€ 3 jours = 450€ 1 jour = 180€
This course enables you to fly solo on known sites in calm conditions. You’ll deepen theory, technique, and confidence for safe practice, under the guidance of two certified instructors.
From 14 years old. You’ve already completed an initiation course or supervised flights. Also ideal after a long break. Medical certificate and parental authorization required for minors.
Year-round, over 5 consecutive days or spread across several weekends, depending on your availability and progress.
In Gréolières, an exceptional free-flight site less than an hour from Nice. Three take-off zones allow progressive learning. The landing zone is at the heart of the village.
Weather analysis, equipment management, solo piloting, advanced techniques (reverse launch, roll, pitch, flight planning). Mental preparation and personalized adjustments. Initial evaluation to tailor progression.
At the end of the course, you can take the Initial Certificate (MCQ + practical modules). It validates the green level of the free-flight passport and leads to the pilot certificate.
The "Fly Better" course is currently in preparation. It’s aimed at those who wish to regain confidence in flight, progress gently, or overcome certain fears. A personalized approach, guided by our instructors, will focus on technique, mindset, and rediscovering the joy of flying.
This course will combine practical exercises, supportive teaching, and feedback sessions to help you regain comfort and peace of mind in the air. It will be open to already autonomous pilots, with a flexible program tailored to each participant's needs.
An immersive day to discover paragliding from age 12, no prior experience required. Morning on the training slope to learn to inflate the wing, simulate takeoff, and feel the first lifts. Then, a fun theoretical session as desired. In the afternoon, a tandem instructional flight with the option to try piloting. Videos and photos included on an SD card. An enriching, accessible, and personalized experience.
Duration: full day. Accessible from 12 years old, no prior level needed. Ideal to explore and understand free flight in privileged conditions. Bring: hiking shoes, flexible outdoor clothing, jacket or fleece, sunglasses, water.
Do you want to learn how to fly a paraglider on your own? Do you want to taste true 360° freedom? At Les Voyageurs du Ciel, we offer paragliding courses in Gréolières, on the French Riviera, less than an hour from Nice. With our state-certified instructors, you’ll be guided and supported throughout your course to help you reach your goals.
Depending on your level and your goals, different options are available to you.
If you’ve never flown before, you can start with an Initiation Course, a Discovery Day, or even try a Tandem Flight to see if you enjoy the experience.
If you’ve already flown, we recommend calling us to discuss and figure out which option will suit you best.
The Côte d’Azur is the perfect place to experience paragliding, all year round.
Cédric
contact@voyageursduciel.com
+33 4 83 93 98 25
