Paragliding is an adventure sport gaining popularity all around the globe. Initially, it started as a form of recreational activity. Gradually, it has been accepted as a competitive sport as well. It is a kind of flying sport. The only difference is that in paragliding no mechanical engine is used. It is difficult to ascertain when and how the sport of paragliding was born. But it can be safely assumed that paragliding developed from sky diving. Paragliding can be termed as a safer form of sky diving. This adventure sport has captured the imagination of the youth in many countries. Paragliding is provides ultimate thrill. Flying has always intrigued the human mind since time immemorial. Humans always endeavor to seek newer and newer modes of excitement. This has resulted in the invention of the exciting sport of paragliding.

The equipments used in paragliding have evolved over the years. Now, latest and highly sophisticated equipments are used to make paragliding a safe sport. Paragliding schools are established in many countries. Paragliding is popular weekend sport. With proper equipment and training, paragliding can be a safe sport. But it can be dangerous for people with primitive equipment and bad preparation. Like any other skill, paragliding too requires a lot of practice. Professional training too helps in this regard. Paragliding is similar to another popular sport of hang gliding. But there are differences between these two related sports as well. Powered paragliding is another related sport in which the pilot has a motor attached to his equipment. So, powered paragliding is faster form of paragliding. In paragliding the pilots use various instrument to aid their flying. These include Radios, GPS, and Vario altimeter.

These sophisticated gadgets help the pilot in determining the course of the paragliding flight. The number of participants in paragliding is increasing every year and more and more paragliding competitions are being held in many countries. Cross-country flying is a thrilling experience. The pilot controls the glider with the help of strings. The manufacturers of the paragliding equipment are always looking for ways to improve the technology. The science of flying gives proper importance to the aspects such as flight trajectory and air resistance. Paragliding enthusiasts are given proper training on many aspects of flying. Amateur Para gliders are accompanied by trainers. The training has become so advanced that a layman can understand the basics of paragliding in a few days time. But it requires a much longer time to master paragliding techniques. Paragliding is cheaper than flying aircrafts. That is why it is affordable for the masses. This is the reason why this activity is gaining rapid popularity throughout the globe. Clubs are providing both crash courses for weekend enthusiasts and professional courses for serious paragliders.