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We Jump for Fun

More about the life of a professional skydiver

Credit: Anne Bonfert

I often get asked when am I going to take on a real job. But what is the definition of a real job?

What I can tell you is, the moment when that door of the plane opens and I get into position with my student ready for a jump — it gets very real.

Wind blows in your face. Adrenaline rushes through your blood. A nervous look on your student’s face. A split second to interfere when my student does a mistake. Those moments are all very real.

If you want to read about my job, have a look:

Or learn about a jump in detail:

If you prefer watching it, here is a video:

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