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As a paraglider pilot you already know how to read the air, centre thermals and fly cross-country. Switching to a high-performance sailplane does not mean starting from zero — it means unlocking a completely new level of performance, range and mountain flying capability.
At Alpine Soaring we specialise in helping experienced free-flight pilots make this transition efficiently. Thanks to individual instruction and the possibility of flying every suitable day, you can progress much faster than in a typical club environment. The southern French Alps offer ideal conditions to discover ridge, thermal and wave soaring in a real high-performance glider.
You will keep the pure joy of unpowered flight you already love, while gaining longer flights, better penetration into wind, and access to classic Alpine routes that are difficult or impossible under a paraglider.
Ready to experience the difference? Contact us and start your conversion to sailplane flying in one of Europe’s best soaring regions.