Freefall University Skydiving School at CSC offers a United States Parachute Association (USPA) approved training progression. Chicagoland Skydiving Center is an official USPA Training Center and Group Member dropzone. 

We have a perfect student safety record, and are proud of it. As Chicagoland's original skydive school (established in 1968), we've trained more people to skydive than any other company in the region. Become part of the CSC legacy. 

After completing Freefall U, you will have earned your USPA A license. This license allows you to skydive all over the world.

Want to learn more about Freefall U and speak with one our instructors?

We offer free ground schools throughout the season to help you save money and get started on your training. If you're interested in fast tracking your training, consider joining us for one of our Freefall U Express Courses. Express Courses start with a free ground school and are designed for people who are able to dedicate 10 days to be on-site everyday jumping. Bring a tent or grab a hotel room nearby and we'll get you licensed in no time.

Freefall University Course:

• Ground school course
• Training tandems for hands-on parachute flight instruction (not included in pre-paid package price)
• AFF (Accelerated Freefall) training jumps
• 1-on-1 jumps with USPA coaches
• Parachute flight instruction
• Ground instruction on equipment, parachute packing, and flight regulations
• A free aircraft observer flight with one of our jump pilots

Why Freefall University is the Top-Rated Skydive School

• Perfect student safety record
• Every coach and instructor holds certified USPA instructional ratings
• We only use the most modern and advanced student gear available (replaced every three years)
• Our students have access to wind tunnel training at iFLY Chicago - Naperville
• Our school is sponsored by Larsen & Brusgaard, the top altimeter manufacturer in the world, meaning our students use digital visual and audible altimeters (while other dropzones use old school analog tools)
• Students receive their own free gear gift pack after completion of AFF Level 1
• CSC offers financing and payment plans
• We include our students in our jumper community and special events
• Our program prepares you to jump anywhere, not just where you learned
• Freefall U graduates get free coaching at CSC until they reach 100 jumps