MEET THE PARAGLIDING INSTRUCTORS

Johannes plays many stringed instruments but his favorite might be the paraglider. He’s been paragliding since 2006 and has worked as a professional instructor and tandem pilot in Boulder, Colorado and Queenstown, New Zealand.

Johannes’ calm yet direct teaching style helps students relate and focus on mastering good technique. Johannes considers paragliding a peaceful martial art; an expression of the beauty and power of nature.

Paragliding has been Johannes’ full-time passion since his very first flight with master instructor and mentor, Bill Laurence. Whether a 6-second flight from the training hill in Colorado, or a 6-hour flight in Australia, that same level of wonder and joy fuels his love for the sport.

Johannes has flown throughout the US, as well as Australia, Bali, Colombia, Mexico, New Zealand and Nepal. In 2018, Johannes placed 2nd in the recreational class at the Monarca Paragliding Open in Valle de Bravo Mexico. Johannes and Boulder Free Flight were featured in a documentary series on French TV!

A lifelong passion of playing in the mountains led Reilly to first discover Paragliding upon moving from the Blue Ridge mountains he called home to the epic playground that is Colorado. The transition to this new environment allowed Reilly to fully immerse himself in the exhilarating world of paragliding, where his prior experience in high-level flow sports and mental strength proved to be invaluable. Reilly's deep understanding of energy management in the glider showcases his ability to transfer skills seamlessly between sports, while his genuine passion and appreciation for the wonders of paragliding shine through in every flight. However, it is not just personal growth that drives Reilly; he is also committed to fostering community growth within the world of free flight. With open arms and an inspiring spirit, Reilly seeks to uplift and embrace those around him, spreading the joy and excitement that he has found through paragliding.

Ready to take the first step towards becoming a certified paragliding pilot?