Windrushers Gliding Club
Take a Windrushers Gliding Course
New to gliding? Want to improve you current skills?
Courses with Windrushers Gliding Club are the ideal introduction for newcomers
and the perfect way to make rapid progress that is difficult to achieve
at some other clubs. Within convenient traveling distance of Oxford, Banbury,
Milton Keynes, Northampton and London.
Going for Solo Courses
New this summer!
We have scheduled no less than five weeks this summer to be devoted to intensive Going For Solo courses.
Each week will have a maximum of four pupils and there will be two dedicated instructors available - each course will be tailored to the individual's requirements, but will be structured to give as much progress as possible to each pupil aiming for solo or as close as possible to solo.
You will be offered predominantly winch launches (typically 6 - 9 launches per day, limited only by how soarable it is) but aerotow and motor glider launches where applicable - all at the normal club rates and with no course fee!
All we ask is that you pay a £100 course fee to secure your place - this will not be refunded if you subsequently cancel. This fee covers the cost of instructors being available all week.
Book your place early - these courses are being advertised outside the club and we anticipate them filling up quickly.
Cross-Country Weeks
We are also organising two Cross- Country/Task weeks. We have booked the BGA Duo Discus for one of these and we hope to have at least two two-seaters available for both of these weeks.
We are very pleased to announce that the very experienced Nationals and Worlds competition pilot Dave Watt has kindly offered his very valuable experience to coach on one of these weeks.
For
both of the weeks, we hope to enlist the assistance of more of our pool
of experienced cross-country competition pilots ensuring a high level
of instruction.
These weeks will cater for anyone hoping to improve their XC skills at any level - just discuss your needs on the phone.
Again, do book early.
Not yet a Windrushers member? Why not combine the Learn to Glide package deal with one of the above Going for Solo courses for a week long holiday break?
Half-Day Courses
Go on, treat yourself!
So you want more than a single trial flight, but can't fit in a full week off work around your main holiday commitments. Try one of our Half-Day courses instead!
Book an instructor for a morning or afternoon, and you'll get an introductory talk on gliding, six winch launches, detailed pre- and post-flight briefings, and short lectures on gliding techniques. An ideal introduction for those whose lifestyle prevents taking a full day off work.
These half-day courses cost £135. Contact the office directly (phone or email) to check instructor availablity.
Course Dates
GFS course dates
GFS1 14 - 18 April
GFS2 12 - 16 May
GFS3 9 - 13 June
GFS4 7 - 11 July
GFS5 8 - 12 September
XC course/Task Week dates
XC1 21 - 29 June
XC2 2 - 10 August
Half Day Courses
Whenever required.
All our courses are run by fully-trained, qualified BGA instructors. We follow the standard BGA training syllabus.
The Learn to Glide Package Deal can be spread over several weeks if that suits your work pattern - we have even had one person take a "five Mondays" course for example. We can be as flexible as you need. You can combine a stay in Oxford with a view of Oxfordshire and the surrounding countryside from above!
Just email enquiries (see footer) or call us now to book a gliding course on 01869 252493 - at any time of day.
Give yourself a gliding holiday - you deserve it!