About
PPG School is a Canadian flight training institution specializing in Powered Paragliding (PPG), also known as Paramotoring. With locations across Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Alberta, and Prince Edward Island, the school provides structured instruction for beginner to advanced pilots. Prospective students can begin with a Tandem Discovery Flight (10, 20, or 30 minutes) to experience the sport firsthand before committing to a full course. A 4-Hour Introductory package, which includes a 15-minute tandem flight, provides a comprehensive first look at PPG fundamentals. Full training follows a phased curriculum starting with Phase I Ground School, which covers safety, equipment, regulations, and basic flight principles. The school ensures compliance with Transport Canada regulations, providing students with official documentation, medical requirements guidance, and aircraft registration assistance. Beyond training, PPG School operates an online shop stocking paramotors, wings, helmets, and accessories from leading manufacturers. Student resources including a digital handbook, log books, waiver forms, and Transport Canada application templates are available for download. PPG School is ideal for adventure enthusiasts, aspiring pilots, and anyone curious about ultralight aviation in Canada.
Key Features
- Tandem Discovery Flights: Choose from 10, 20, or 30-minute tandem flights piloted by certified instructors, offering a safe introduction to powered paragliding from $199.99.
- Structured Flight Training Phases: Multi-phase curriculum beginning with ground school covering safety, regulations, and equipment, progressing to solo flight certification.
- Transport Canada Compliance Support: Provides all necessary documentation, application forms, medical guidance, and aircraft registration templates to meet Transport Canada requirements.
- Equipment Shop: Online store stocking paramotors, wings, and accessories from brands including Polini, Vittorazi, Air Conception, Ozone, and Dudek.
- Student Resource Center: Downloadable student handbook, flight log, waivers, and official Transport Canada forms available to enrolled students.
Use Cases
- Adventure enthusiasts looking to try powered paragliding for the first time through a tandem discovery flight.
- Aspiring pilots seeking structured, Transport Canada compliant PPG training and certification in Canada.
- Experienced paraglider pilots wanting to add a motor to their skill set with professional instruction.
- Corporate groups or friends booking tandem flights as a unique team bonding or recreational experience.
- Paramotor enthusiasts shopping for equipment and accessories from top international brands.
Pros
- Multiple Canadian Locations: Training available across four provinces (SK, MB, AB, PEI), making PPG School accessible to students across Canada.
- Try Before You Commit: Tandem discovery flights and a 4-hour intro package let prospective students experience PPG before enrolling in a full course.
- Regulatory Guidance Included: School handles Transport Canada paperwork and compliance, reducing administrative burden for new pilots.
Cons
- Location-Dependent: In-person training limits access to students who can travel to one of the four Canadian provinces served.
- Weather Dependent Scheduling: As an outdoor aviation activity, flight lessons and tandem experiences are subject to weather cancellations and rescheduling.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is PPG or Paramotor flying?
PPG stands for Powered Paragliding, also called Paramotoring. It involves a pilot wearing a motorized backpack (paramotor) attached to a paraglider wing, allowing self-propelled foot-launch flight.
Do I need any prior experience to book a tandem flight?
No prior experience is required. Tandem discovery flights are designed for complete beginners and are piloted by a certified instructor.
What provinces does PPG School operate in?
PPG School offers lessons and flights in Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Alberta, and Prince Edward Island (PEI).
How do I start the full PPG training course?
You can begin with a tandem flight or the 4-hour intro package, then enroll in Phase I Ground School, which covers safety, equipment, and Transport Canada regulations before progressing to flight training.
Does PPG School sell paramotor equipment?
Yes, PPG School operates an online shop with paramotors, wings, helmets, and accessories from brands like Polini, Vittorazi, Air Conception, Ozone, and Dudek.
