Gauteng School-Apex Grasslands

🏆 Meet Riaan Struwig – Chief Flight Instructor at Apex Adventures, with over 15 years in the sky and more than 5,000 flights under his belt! Riaan is not only South Africa’s first Grade A PPG/PPT/PPC instructor but also wear National Protea colours with pride. With 200+ students trained, his mix of global experience and passion makes every flight safe, fun, and unforgettable.

🚀 Apex Gauteng, based in Centurion (just off the R55 at Sunderland Ridge, southwest of Zwartkop Raceway), is where your sky adventure begins. It’s the perfect spot to escape the grind, chase adrenaline, and surf the skies.

📅 Training runs Wednesday to Sunday – afternoons during the week, and both mornings & afternoons on weekends. With three full-time instructors and two assistants, you’ll always get hands-on coaching to get airborne with confidence.

🌍 As South Africa’s largest Designated Training Organization (DTO) for all SAHPA disciplines – paragliding, powered paragliding, powered trike, and powered parachute – Apex Adventures is your gateway to the ultimate flying lifestyle.

Free Intro training days,

1st Saturday of every second month

Join us during any of your training days for a free Intro class to Powered Paragliding, We open Wednesday to Sundays – Morning and afternoons (weather Permitting) – Contact Riaan (061-719-2430) today and start “Surfing the Sky”

Contact us for booking and confirmation today!

Course duration depended on individuation and availability, est duration around 10-15 days of total training and can be done over a 6months period. Most students only do around two days a week and take around 5-6 weeks to complete. Training during the week in afternoons and over weekends, mornings and afternoons – Classes around 2-3hours per session

Apex offer various types of training

• Intro and Upgrade Courses
  • Paragliding/Powered -Intro 5 day training on School Equipment – R9,900 (Can upgrade to Full training package)
  • Powered Paragliding (PPG) – Full Course Upgrade from Intro on School Equipment – R19,900
  • Powered Paragliding (PPG) – Full Course Upgrade from Intro on OWN Equipment – R13,900
• Full Courses (Start to finish)
  • Powered Paragliding (PPG) – Full course from Start to finish on School Equipment – R27,900
  • Powered Paragliding (PPG) – Full course from Start to finish on OWN Equipment – R22,800
  • Powered Paratrike – R23,900
  • Powered Parachute – From R23,900 Solo trike, Tandem Trike POR
  • Paragliding training with our partners – POR
• Advance Course
  • Sport License – R4,900 (Advance flying course)
  • Instructors Ratings – R35,000
  • XC courses POR
  • SAHPA Restricted Radio Course R990
    and more……

Are you ready to embark on an exciting adventure in the skies? If so, powered paragliding, also known as paramotoring or PPG, might be just the activity for you!

Imagine strapping on a motor to your back and taking off into the open sky using a paraglider. That’s precisely what paramotoring is all about! Unlike traditional paragliding, powered paragliding doesn’t require any assistance or a hilltop to launch from. You can take off from level ground in still air, all on your own.

However, before you can take to the skies, it’s essential to note that in many countries, including South Africa, powered paragliding is regulated and requires a license. Safety is paramount, and flying low and slow comes with its unique risks. Still, the freedom, minimal equipment and maintenance costs, and portability make this form of flying incredibly appealing.

As a powered paraglider, you can fly at speeds between 25 and 80 km/h and reach altitudes of up to 18,000+ ft (7400 m). However, most flying is done under 500 ft (150 m) AGL (above ground level). Since the paramotor has a slow forward speed and a soft wing, it’s not safe in high winds, turbulence, or intense thermal activity. Therefore, it’s crucial to check weather conditions before takeoff.

To launch, the pilot supports the paramotor’s weight, typically between 18 and 40 kg, during takeoff. After a brief run of about 10 feet or 3 meters, the wing lifts the motor and the pilot off the ground. Once in the air, the pilot sits suspended beneath the inflated paraglider wing like a pendulum, with control available using brake toggles for roll and a hand-held throttle for pitch.

If you’re looking for an adventure that combines the thrill of flying with the freedom of open skies, then paramotoring might be just the activity for you. So why wait? Take the first step and get started on your powered paragliding adventure today!