Pull Priorities Skydiving: Essential Pull Sequence & Parachute Flight for AFF Students

Master your pull priorities and parachute flight fundamentals! This essential guide for AFF students covers the three pull priorities every skydiver must know, the complete pull sequence, and basic parachute flight skills to help you feel confident transitioning from freefall to canopy flight. In this video, you'll learn: → The three pull priorities: Pull, pull at correct altitude, pull stable → Why these priorities matter for your safety → Complete pull sequence step-by-step (wave off, arch, reach, pull) → What altitude to pull your parachute → What happens during deployment → Basic parachute flight: steering, braking, and descent → How to prepare for your landing approach → Building confidence under canopy Perfect for AFF students preparing for their first solo jumps, skydivers reviewing fundamentals, or anyone wanting to understand the critical transition from freefall to canopy flight. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Introduction: Pull priorities overview 0:27 - Pull altitude for first jumps (5,500 feet) 0:50 - Pull sequence breakdown 1:13 - Wave off explained 1:28 - Arch more for deployment 1:46 - Reaching for deployment handle 2:08 - Throwing pilot chute into clean air 2:15 - The three pull priorities explained 3:50 - What happens during deployment 4:36 - Basic parachute flight: Toggles and steering lines 5:05 - How steering works: Turning your parachute 5:38 - Looking before turning 6:16 - Braking explained 7:15 - Controlled descent and approach 8:15 - Quick review questions 9:58 - Conclusion 🎓 SKYDIVING 101: GROUND SCHOOL SERIES: → Equipment Terms: Learn the gear first:    • Parachute Equipment Terms: Essential Skydi...   → Body Position & Hand Signals: → Pull Priorities & Parachute Flight (this video) → Landing Patterns:    • Parachute Landing Pattern: Complete Flight...   → Practice Arching at Home:    • Skydiving Training at Home: Arch Position ...   📚 FREE SKYDIVING RESOURCES: → AFF Quick-Start Guide: https://www.skydivefundamentals.com/a... → Complete AFF Category Guides: https://skydivefundamentals.com/students → All Free Resources: https://skydivefundamentals.com 🎓 ABOUT CHRISTINA: USPA AFF Instructor (since 2011) and Coach Examiner (since 2014) with over 20 years in the sport. Passionate about helping students understand the fundamentals of safe skydiving through clear, structured education. 📱 CONNECT WITH SKYDIVE FUNDAMENTALS: → Website: https://skydivefundamentals.com → Instagram: @skydivefundamentals → Facebook: Skydive Fundamentals #pullpriorities #skydiving #skydiving101 #AFF #pullsequence #parachutedeployment #skydivingtraining #AFFinstructions #parachuteflight #learntoskydive