Events at AST!
2012 Season Kick Off
Winter is coming to a close.... finally!! Join us the first weekend of March as we celebrate the beginning of spring and the return of skydiving to Tennessee! The King Air will be flying all weekend, Brooklyn and Josh will be offering free coach jumps, belly organizing, and small group free fly organizing. Stick around Saturday night for dinner from Lance's and the first annual Film Fest.
AST's First Annual Film Fest
With the snow and cold temperatures of winter in full effect, I’m sure I’m not the only person that is reliving summer by watching footage from last season. The only thing more fun than watching videos at home alone…. watching videos together. So…. grab your footage and creativity and join us for AST’s first annual Film Fest!
We’ll be accepting entries in three different categories. A first and second place winner will be announced in each category… first prize will take $150 cash and 5 free jumps, second prize wins $100 cash and 2 free jumps.
March 3 is opening day for the 2012 season... we'll be having a footage viewing party after jumping is over.
Categories:
1) “What is skydiving?”… video length: 20-30 seconds. This is your chance to sell skydiving! Pretend you have a 30 second commercial spot before the Super Bowl and need to sell the sport using video, text and music only. Videos should convey what skydiving is all about in a short, concise manner. We’re not looking for just one awesome jump, but rather short cuts from lots of different skydives (exits, landings, freeflying, belly flying, etc).
2) “Why skydive?” video length: 45-60 seconds. This category builds on the first. We all know skydiving is fun, but for most of us, the social element plays a lot into why we continue with the sport. In this category, we’re looking for slightly longer submissions that show in-air footage but also incorporate the human side of skydiving… screams of excitement as a tandem student stands in the door of the plane, high fives in the landing area after a successful 10-way, pie in the face after a 100th jump, Brian Dawson hitting the wind blade on landing…. you get the idea. ☺ Here, imagine you’re recreating the tandem video or producing a promo spot for a website.—show the fun we have while we jump.
3) “Free for all”… video length: unlimited (but don’t bore us with a 45 minute documentary!). This category is open to interpretation…. Whatever you think skydivers and those interested in skydiving would like to see. Don’t hold back… I know you guys are a creative bunch and I expect to see it in your submissions! Comedy, skits, evening and wind hold shenanigans… NOTHING is off limits!
Rules and Video Guidelines
1) All footage becomes the property of AST. All videos entered may (and likely WILL) be used as promotional material for the dropzone via website, Facebook, and other marketing opportunities. Your submission is consent to use your footage!
2) Multiple entries are not only allowed but ENCOURAGED!
3) Please include song credits along with all video submission (song title, artist, album information). These credits do not need to be included in the video itself at this point, but bring the typed information with your dvd to the Film Fest.
4) Only submit footage that you have a right or permission to use.
5) Language, nudity or other “questionable” material is only allowed in the “Free for all” category
6) Footage is not limited to skydives made at AST… encourage your friends from other dropzones to enter as well.
7) Bring a dvd with your submissions to the film fest. Winners and other entries will be asked to provide digital format copies of their videos.
Halloween at AST
Join us for Halloween weekend.... $21 lift tickets for experienced jumpers who spend the day jumping in costume, Pumpkin Chuckin', prizes for the best costumes, Harrel in a Morphsuit and more.... hit the costume shops and then head on out!
Jumpin' for Jacob-- Keith Bellar Memorial Skydiving Benefit
You've always wanted to jump out of a plane and now you can do it for a good cause. "Jumpin' for Jacob" is a benefit for the widow and son of local hero Deputy Keith Bellar who gave his life in the line of duty. A portion of the proceeds from each tandem skydive will be donated to Keith's family. There will also be numerous other events happening during the day for adults and kids alike: face painting, bouncy house, silent auction, food and more!
Christmas in September 2
Christmas in September is back with a vengeance! More accuracy, more organizing and more gift exchanging, more of Amy wearing a snuggie! Seriously, this is an event NOT to be missed. This year's boogie promises to be bigger and better than last year, so start preparing now!
Falling for a Cure 6!
Randy and Tyler are back and bigger than ever! Falling for a Cure 6 will take place over Saturday AND Sunday, bringing double the fun, double the antics, and double the chance to raise money for MS research! For more information, or do donate prior to the event, check out the Falling for a Cure Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/fallingforacure
Fancy Foot Flyin'
Michael B will be hosting a free fly skills camp at Adventure Skydiving Tennessee. The event will be geared towards all skill level, with an emphasis on improving and mastering sitfly skills. Whether you're a pro or can barely hold a stable sit, there's much to be learned during this weekend. Michael B will be offering 1-on-1 and small group organizing with video debriefs after each jump. Saturday night, stick around for a world famous barbeque dinner prepared by Nate Tarver, served with a side of daily video footage and dropzone fun.
A License Night
Spend an evening learning and getting those pesky A-license requirements signed off. AST instructors and coaches will be on-hand to help you on your way to becoming a licensed jumper! Bring your questions, ideas, and proficiency cards with you! Dinner will be provided.
USPA Tandem Rating Course
Time for Adventure Skydiving Tennessee to get some new instructors! Nathan Freedman from Deland is coming up to host a USPA and UPT Tandem Rating Course. Interested candidates must have 500 jumps, hold a USPA D license, and complete the prerequisites listed in the Instructor Rating Manual! Contact us to sign up for the course or to get more information.