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In order to receive a Beginner Paragliding Rating (P-1), you must enroll in a basic ground school. These courses are offered by certified paragliding schools. While attending this school, you will acquire the knowledge necessary to pass a Beginner Paragliding written exam, such as the skills required to assess weather and wind conditions. To obtain a p-1 rating, you must demonstrate your ability to master the canopy, or sail. The skills you must master include:  The ability to properly layout a canopy and harness preflight. The ability to launch a canopy under control.  The ability to remain connected to the canopy while remaining clear of lines and risers (the points at which the lines attach to the harness) prior to inflation.  The ability to deflate, immobilize, disconnect, and remove the canopy. The ability to properly pack, store, and care for the canopy. To obtain your P-1 rating, you must also demonstrate your ability to launch, fly, and land a paraglider solo.  When launching, your inflation run must be smooth and exhibit your confidence. You must maintain directional control and control of the pendulum. Your transition from running to flying must be smooth.  You must complete two flights that exhibit your ability to maintain a constant airspeed, fly smoothly and straight towards a predetermined target, and land safely into the wind. You must complete two flights that exhibit your ability to handle variations in airspeed and land safely into the wind. When you have completed all the beginner tasks, you will receive a P-1 rating. This rating permits you to fly under the direct supervision of a certified instructor in winds of 12 MPH or less. Your flights paths must be straight and relatively free of obstructions.
Attend a basic ground school and pass a written exam. Demonstrate basic skills and knowledge of the canopy. Launch, fly, and land independently under the direct supervision of a certified instructor. Receive a P-1 rating.