Southern Utah powered paramotor training

Progression West

Learn powered paramotoring with calm, competent instruction where open sky meets red rock.

What is PPG?

Simple, portable, unforgettable flight.

Powered paragliding uses a foot-launched wing and a backpack motor. It is one of the most accessible ways to fly, but good training matters.

No runway required

Lightweight aircraft

Low-speed flying

Progressive skill building

Three powered paragliders flying near red cliffs and snow-capped mountains in Southern Utah

How we train

A clear path from curious to confident.

We start with fundamentals, move deliberately, and do not advance until the next step is earned.

Ground School

Weather, equipment, airspace, and the habits that make every flight safer.

Wing Handling

Build confident control on the ground before adding power.

Motor Progression

Learn checks, throttle discipline, launch setup, and safe abort decisions.

First Flights

Short, supported flights with instructor guidance from setup through landing.

Beyond Basics

Coaching for judgment, site selection, cross-country prep, and long-term progress.

Pricing

Simple numbers before we talk details.

Training and equipment needs vary by pilot, but these ranges give you a realistic starting point.

10 day course

$4,000

Progressive foot-launch training with ground school, wing handling, motor work, and supported first flights.

Equipment package

$12,000-$16,000

Typical range for a complete setup. Final cost depends on pilot size, motor, wing, reserve, helmet, and accessories.

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Safety and standards

Safety is the standard. Always.

Adventure only works when the process is disciplined. Training is built around weather judgment, equipment checks, and patient progression.

USPPA Instructor Admin certified / signed-off trainer status
Weather discipline and conservative go / no-go decisions
Equipment checks before every training session
Progress based on demonstrated skill, not pressure
Small classes and direct instructor attention

Pilot preparing to launch a paramotor with wing lines laid out in the grass

Southern Utah

Big terrain. Clear air. Real perspective.

Red rock terrain, open desert skies, and wide training areas make Southern Utah an ideal place to learn with focus and room to grow.

300+: sunny days each year
2,700 ft: low elevation for smooth-air training

Gear guidance

The right gear. The right fit.

We help students choose equipment that matches their training, body, goals, and future flying style.

Powered paragliding wing laid out on grass

Wings

Paramotor engine and propeller cage on grass

Motors

Harnesses

Helmets

Handheld radio and headset cable for flight communication

Radios

Accessories

Ready to start?

Let us know what kind of flying you want to build toward.

Phone: (435) 680-3786

Email: progressionwest@gmail.com

Area: St. George, Utah