Performance Coaching
1-to-1 cross-country coaching days in the Lake District with one of the world's most experienced pilots
Take Your Flying to the Next Level
Whether you're a newly qualified pilot wanting to build confidence or an experienced cross-country flyer looking to refine your skills, Jocky's coaching days are tailored entirely to you.
With over 30 years of competitive and instructional experience — including ranking 3rd in the world and captaining the British paragliding team — Jocky brings an unmatched depth of knowledge to every session.
Coaching days run with 1 to 3 pilots, meaning you get focused, personal attention throughout. Every flight is an opportunity to learn, with real-time air-to-air radio instruction and detailed debriefs using 3D tracking data.
Skills We Work On
Thermal Coring
Find, centre, and climb efficiently in thermals of all sizes and strengths
Speed to Fly
Optimise your glide between thermals using MacCready theory in practice
Thermalling Technique
Improve your turning, weight-shifting, and brake input for tighter, faster climbs
Decision Making
Read the sky, assess conditions, and make better tactical choices in the air
Route Planning
Learn to plan cross-country routes using weather, terrain, and airspace knowledge
3D Track Analysis
Post-flight debrief using GPS tracking to review your decisions and technique
Equipment Check
Together we check your gear suitability and discuss improvement options.
XC Coaching Plan
We work a flying plan to improve your flying career like suggested comps or places in the world to fly.
How a Coaching Day Works
Morning Briefing
Meet at the site, assess the weather, and set goals for the day based on your level and what you want to improve.
Fly Together
Launch and fly with Jocky providing real-time air-to-air radio instruction as you fly. He'll guide you through thermals, transitions, and decision points.
Multiple Flights
Depending on conditions, you'll get multiple flights throughout the day, each building on the lessons from the last.
Debrief with 3D Tracking
Review your flights using 3D GPS tracking data. See exactly where you gained or lost height, how you cored thermals, and where you could improve.
Coaching Rates
1 Pilot
- Full day of coaching
- 1-to-1 attention
- Air-to-air radio instruction
- 3D track analysis & debrief
2 Pilots
- Full day of coaching
- Fly and learn together
- Air-to-air radio instruction
- 3D track analysis & debrief
3 Pilots
- Full day of coaching
- Small group dynamic
- Air-to-air radio instruction
- 3D track analysis & debrief
Ready to Fly Further?
Book a coaching day and unlock your cross-country potential with expert guidance from one of the world's best.
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