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 What is Hang Gliding? - Wikipedia offers a good article describing what Hang Gliding is all about, as do the BHPA. Another useful site describing the sport is HangGliding.org. IHPA Hang Gliding Training Bursary Scheme - In an effort to keep the sport of Hang Gliding alive in Ireland (paragliding is proving somewhat more popular for some strange reason!) the IHPA is offering a bursary to help cover the cost of training to new pilots entering the sport. Click on the menu link to find out more. Schools At present there are no hang gliding schools operating in Ireland (the Mt. Leinster school is out of action for the present) but there are a number of excellent schools in France, the UK and in Florida in the USA that are worth investigating. The schools in France are probably your best bet. They have English speaking instructors*, an excellent training programme, spectacular training sites, cheap accommodation (camping or B&B) and very importantly, excellent weather almost guaranteeing that you will complete your basic training in a week or so. Here in Ireland, and in the UK, our 'soft' weather can often mean that your weekend training sessions get dragged out over several months before you get to fly solo. A week or so spent in France, dedicated to training, will save you time and money in the long run.
Note: If you sign up to a school in France, make sure that they clearly understand that you require an English speaking instructor for the duration of your course.
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