Paraglider launching with a yellow and red wing in Monroe, Utah

COLOR COUNTRY PARAGLIDING SCHOOL

Learn to fly.

Professional paragliding instruction since 2005, based in Central Utah.

LESSONS

Learn to Fly

We start with the simulator

Student practicing paragliding on the simulator at Color Country Paragliding

Beginner Training

  • Intro lessons
  • Ground handling
  • First flights
  • Equipment guidance

Intermediate Coaching

  • Thermalling
  • XC skills
  • Launch technique
  • Landing accuracy

Private Coaching

Custom instruction for experienced pilots.

Paraglider launching from a grassy ridge during the Red Rocks Skills Fly-In in Monroe, Utah

Event

Red Rocks Skills Fly-In

When?

October 5–10
or October 19–24

Where?

Monroe, Utah

Who Should Attend?

Beginning pilots are welcome; P-2 is required. Intermediate and advanced pilots who want to refine their flying in a supportive coaching environment are also welcome.

Skills We'll Cover

  • Strong launch technique in a variety of conditions
  • Consistent, accurate landings
  • Understanding and using your speed bar effectively
  • Flying at minimum sink for improved efficiency
  • Big ears and stabilized descents
  • Flight planning and decision-making
  • Weather awareness
  • Equipment knowledge and safe flying habits

Coaching Style

The focus is on individualized coaching, practical demonstrations, and daily flying. Pilots are encouraged to work at their own pace while receiving guidance tailored to their experience level. Whether you're preparing for your first mountain flights or looking to sharpen advanced techniques, you'll leave with new skills and greater confidence.

What's Included

  • Daily coaching
  • Weather briefing
  • Video debriefing at HQ of your flights and kiting
  • Site guidance
Register for the Fly-In
Paraglider launching from a grassy mountain ridge in Monroe, Utah

The school

Twenty years teaching Utah skies.

Stacy Whitmore has been teaching paragliding in Central Utah since 2005. Small groups, lots of airtime, and instruction tailored to where you are as a pilot — whether that's your first sled run or working on accuracy landings.

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