Bandarra Academy
Learn Groundhandling Online and Build a Strong Foundation for Your Paragliding Journey
Access our Foundation, Beginner and Intermediate Modules, each packed with essential knowledge and techniques for mastering groundhandling.
Understand the physics and mechanics of paragliding equipment
Gain in-depth knowledge of paragliding safety procedures and best practices
Don't just take our word for it. Hear what our past students have to say about our course.
Outstanding production! Superb use of animated illustrations combined with actual live video demonstrations. The calm relaxed pace makes this the best GH cou...
Read MoreOutstanding production! Superb use of animated illustrations combined with actual live video demonstrations. The calm relaxed pace makes this the best GH course I’ve ever come across. Most other courses teach the steps but they speak too fast and video demo at full speed which requires repeated replays to see the actual hand and body movements used to control the wing before it goes to far.
Read LessAndre and Gemma do a great job organizing and clearly presenting the basics of paragliding. I have found most schools and instructors are great at hands-on t...
Read MoreAndre and Gemma do a great job organizing and clearly presenting the basics of paragliding. I have found most schools and instructors are great at hands-on teaching, but rarely organize the basic information in a way that is easy to absorb, remember, and apply.
Read LessUseful and enjoyable! An ideal start to your ground handling practice. It makes everything else out there on the 'net make more sense. Although the Bandarra ...
Read MoreUseful and enjoyable! An ideal start to your ground handling practice. It makes everything else out there on the 'net make more sense. Although the Bandarra YouTube channel has a lot of info, this course covers a lot that can't be picked up there. It's all in a much more concise, professional, accessible format. The CG models for the theory parts are really well done and add a lot of clarity. There are a few fun clips that I recognize from the channel, but there's also a ton of focused, purpose-filmed video content to show specifics more cleanly. If you know these folks from the YouTube channel, you'll still enjoy their personalities and friendly communication style, but the emphasis is definitely on efficient, understandable delivery of the material, rather than a casual hangout. I am tempted to say it was too short, but in fact it's just highly refined. All killer, no filler! It was perfect for me as a novice who is playing with ground handling while I impatiently wait for my paramotor training date.
Read LessVery well done! Everything was explained easily and done with short clips of videos that can be watched over and over again. Thank You
Very well done! Everything was explained easily and done with short clips of videos that can be watched over and over again. Thank You
Read LessThis course is easily the best beginner course for paragliding out there. It's clear, interesting, and to the point. Excellent narration and graphics as well...
Read MoreThis course is easily the best beginner course for paragliding out there. It's clear, interesting, and to the point. Excellent narration and graphics as well. Can't wait to buy the advanced course when it comes out!
Read LessI have just concluded the first section of the course and am very impressed. The audio quality and narration are excellent. The narration is calm and at the ...
Read MoreI have just concluded the first section of the course and am very impressed. The audio quality and narration are excellent. The narration is calm and at the right speed. The video and graphics are top notch. I'm looking forward to the rest of the course.
Read LessExcellent, concise guide to get you started. Narration, animations, text & video quality are top notch!
Excellent, concise guide to get you started. Narration, animations, text & video quality are top notch!
Read LessYour inspiration and detailed instructions have given me the greatest tools not to give up learning. ❤️🙏
Your inspiration and detailed instructions have given me the greatest tools not to give up learning. ❤️🙏
Read LessLove the modules, format, and personality of this course. Kudos
Love the modules, format, and personality of this course. Kudos
Read LessThe content in the essentials training is incredibly well structured. I'm sure this will prepare you as well as it did to me. I recomend this to everyone who...
Read MoreThe content in the essentials training is incredibly well structured. I'm sure this will prepare you as well as it did to me. I recomend this to everyone who is considering getting into the sport. With or without a motor. Thank you for putting this together Andre and Gemma. Happy ground handling to everyone!
Read LessVery thorough and entertaining videos that are organized and supplemented with text and links to all aspects of ground handling. I enthusiastically recomme...
Read MoreVery thorough and entertaining videos that are organized and supplemented with text and links to all aspects of ground handling. I enthusiastically recommend this course to anyone who is beginning paragliding or paramotoring or even experienced pilot that strive to hone their skills.
Read LessChoose the perfect Module or Bundle for you:
In this course we go through the fundamentals of groundhandling for paraglider and paramotor pilots and people just starting out in the sports.
€40
In this course you'll learn to how to master the basic maneouvres needed for safe take-offs and landings, and have fun at the same time!
€50
In this course we delve deep into the nuts and bolts of groundhandling to develop solid understanding of post-license techniques.
€60
This course bundle is designed to give you a solid base for groundhandling, whether you are completely fresh to the sport or already a qualified PG or PPG pilot.
€80
Every module on the course so far! At the best price! This is the most complete groundhandling course in the world designed to take you from zero to hero! Stay in control of your wing and have fun!
€135
100's of new students go through the course as part of their curriculum before training starts
Got questions? We've got answers.
Yes! All the content is designed to give you an understanding starting from zero and assuming you have no prior knowledge. It goes well with your PG or PPG training or as a refresher if you already have a license.
You can get a lot from just watching the videos, but ideally you should practise the exercises in each lesson. The best is to have your own wing, harness and helmet (or from your school). If you're just starting out or have strong wind, or groundhandle a lot, a groundhandling wing and a lightweight harness will also be very useful.
Different people learn at different paces. Generally it can take around an hour or less, but it depends on you, how fast you want to go, and how well you do on the final quiz.