Parakite
Intro Session
Safety, guidance and fast progression — so you can make the most of the dune
Parakite is a discipline in its own right — fundamentally different from conventional paragliding. Even for an experienced pilot, certain wing reactions, wind management and take-off phases require real adaptation.
This is a new approach to flying, built around an innovative control system that acts directly on the wing’s angle of attack — higher speeds, three-dimensional manoeuvrability, dynamic handling and proximity flying.
An intro session is mandatory if you have never flown a parakite. With the right guidance, you’ll quickly go from “I’m fighting it” to “I’m absolutely loving this dune.”
Why this session is non-negotiable
Wind management, ground handling, active flying, positioning on the dune. The goal: fly safely while genuinely having fun.
- Higher speeds, wider wind range
- Less margin for error in strong wind
- Ground control and slope positioning are critical
- More dynamic take-off — precision and timing matter
Why the parakite holds in strong wind
Reflex profile: stability, collapse resistance, better penetration into the wind. But wing size and weight must be matched to the conditions — always stay within your limits.
What you must never do
- Underestimate wind strength
- Fall back on paragliding habits and reflexes
- Take off without proper ground control first
- Position yourself in turbulent or leeward areas
- Overestimate your ability in strong wind
What the session covers
Prerequisites
Available to independent paraglider pilots:
What to include when you book
Paragliding background
- Number of flights and airtime hours
- Reverse launch experience
- Courses / weeks spent at the Dune
- Strong-wind flying level
- Current wing
Additional info
- Parakite experience (if any — please specify)
- Body weight (in kg)