If you are looking for a paragliding instructor, look no further! Marcello is a fantastic coach. He…read morehas over 25 years of flying experience in the San Bernardino mountains. He is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to micro meteorology and wind patterns, and he has a very hands on coaching style. He's all about keeping his students safe, creating a fun and positive learning environment, and progressively advancing his students at their own learning paces. Before starting lessons with Marcello, my only flying experience was a one hour tandem paragliding flight. Within 7 weeks of flying under Marcello's instruction, he taught me excellent ground handling skills, reverse and forward kiting, forward and reverse take offs, safe landing techniques and etiquette at the Landing Zone, thermaling, ridge soaring, top landings at both Marshall Peak and Crestline, and cross country. With the skill set that he's taught me, my flight durations are usually between 1.5-3 hours. I never dreamed I could advance at a new technical sport so quickly and safely. If you want to learn to fly, Atmosphere Paragliding is the place to go, and Marcello is your guy.

I've since taken paragliding lessons with Marcello & Atmosphere Paragliding so I'm now flying on my…read moreown - he is super calm when teaching (which is important because I freak out and was super nervous) - he'll push you a bit so you learn but not so much that you feel uncomfortable. If you are looking to learn something different and exciting give Marcello a call!

When I was first introduced to paragliding, I thought I would never be capable, or brave enough to…read morefly. Over time and watching Stephen teach others on weekends, I realized that his teaching style and safety-conscious mind would keep me from getting hurt. He taught me to kite and fly toward the end of 2017, he worked hard to clean up my technique to as close to perfect as I personally can get, and I've been at it non-stop ever since! I've been able to progress at my own snail-paced speed, which kept me having fun and I was able to achieve some unbelievable goals. I earned my P4, I'm able to stay up for hours in thermals, I've flown cross-country a few times, flew a few different sites, and last year I became a BGD Team Pilot!!! If you told me in 2017 that this is where I'd be in 2024/25, I would have laughed in your face. I could not have done any of that without him. I've watched him bring up many great pilots who have a good understanding of safety and potential, many of whom have their own wonderful achievements. Whether you're timid, or an adrenaline junkie, he can get you flying. He will give you all the tools you need to succeed, as long as you listen, heed his warnings & apply his advice. He continues to be an invaluable resource to not only myself, but pilots who aren't even his students! He truly cares. Yes, I would 100% recommended him.

I booked a tandem for my other half for Father's Day and he had an absolute blast! He said he would…read moredo it again a billion times lol I booked everything with Stephen by email and he always responded super quick and to all my questions. Awesome customer service and great flight !

The Service: Excellent service! Prompt response! After making appointment with Phil on the phone,…read moredon't forget to double confirm the day before your appointment. The weather is the key if you can fly or not!! Very important~ The Experience: Phil has so much experience. He is also an instructor. I felt very safe! He took time to give me safety briefing, what to expect in the air and if you are brave enough, he will let you take control the flight!! If you are adventurous, he will even do some tricks in the air! I booked the 30 minutes flight instead of 15 minutes. Good choice!! Because once up in the air, you want to take time to enjoy the view and of course take time to take pictures and videos!! Awesome experience~ Definitely a great adventure! Can't wait to fly with Phil again! The Location: After exit Fwy15, drive about 9 miles on Bear Valley Road. After pass Navajo Rd, there is a school field on the right. Slow down when you see the next structure. Drive into the big field. Phil will be waiting with his truck & trailer. After exit the freeway, lots of restaurants and retail stores. Perfect to grab your morning coffee or lunch afterwards.

This was such a cool and unique experience!!!!! I went in a group of 4, and everyone loved it! You…read moremeet Phil at 6am in the field which is rather early, but so absolutely worth it! You go through a whole introduction and set up of the aircraft before starting, and it's all really fascinating. Phil is super knowledgeable and loves sharing his knowledge and passion of paraplanes. The actual ride itself, from take off to landing, was very smooth and liberating. The winds feel so good, and you get an amazing view of Apple Valley. If you want, Phil lets you take control over the plane for a little bit :-) I highly recommend this to everyone! It was such a blast, and Phil is so friendly. You will be in great hands!

Went with my brother for our first time tandem skydiving the staff were all friendly and relaxed…read more Kinda has a calming effect for those that are nervous ha ha

Wow!!! What an experience! It was my FIRST time and my husband bought us this experience for us for…read moreour 1 year Anniversary! I was so nervous but Connor was so chill and calm it calmed me down too! We got the pro video and pic package and Haley was so awesome too! Thank you guys so much! If I come back, I'm definitely asking for Connor & Haley again! Definitely, don't eat or drink before you jump & use the restroom beforehand too! Lol!

Had so much fun hang gliding today. We took off at a little over 3500 feet and were able to climb…read moreto over 4000 feet. We were higher than the airplanes on landing approach to Burbank airport. We flew with some turkey vultures in the area. This is the closest experience to flying like a bird. My instructor has flown over 10000 flights so I was in good hands. The video is of Alice landing after me. She landed on her feet and my instructor landed on the wheels. I will post the go pro footage later. Another great adventure!

Lately I've been doing a lot of daredevil activities and came across hang gliding. I previously did…read moreparagliding at La Jolla it was okay but hang gliding seemed to be more fun and extreme. I arrived at the glider port and then the instructor who was very nice Andy the owner came. We took a 40m drive to the glider port the team set everything up. Watched video on a iPad for quick training it was very simple instructions even kids can learn. We were up 35-40 high went fast, circled around and landed on the ground safe. Willie was my tandem pilot his landing style is very graceful and you land on your feet while Andy the former airplane pilot expert likes to land on wheels it was pretty cool. I'm really excited to get home and watch the gro pro footages of our mountain tandem hang gliding.