The Benefits of Setting Paramotoring Goals

1. Build Confidence

Routine flights can be enjoyable, but they might not push you to grow as a pilot. Having goals encourages you to explore new territories and stretch your skills.

• Grab a pen or use tools like Gaggle or SkyDemon to map out dream destinations.
• Plan routes in all directions and save them for when the weather is right.
• Whether you're preparing for a local adventure or a longer paramotor XC journey, setting goals will build your confidence and prepare you for any challenge.

2. Stay Safe

Flying with purpose improves safety. Goals ensure you brief thoroughly before takeoff, focus on key skills, and engage actively during your flights. For example, tackling a 50 km paramotor cross country route will sharpen your navigation and fuel management skills, essential for safe flying.

3. Fuel the Fun

There’s nothing like the sense of achievement that comes with hitting a goal, whether it’s mastering a tricky no-wind takeoff or completing a challenging XC flight. Each milestone not only boosts your confidence but also reignites your passion for paramotoring.

4. Track Your Journey

Apps like Gaggle are invaluable for logging your flights, earning badges, and climbing leaderboards. Competing with friends or aiming for the top of your local club leaderboard adds another layer of excitement to your paramotor training and flying adventures.

How to Set SMART Paramotoring Goals

To ensure you’re making meaningful progress, set SMART goals:

• Specific: “I want to master no-wind takeoffs” is better than “Improve my takeoffs.”
• Measurable: “Complete 10 spot landings within 5 meters of my wing bag” is easy to track.
• Achievable: Set realistic targets. If you’re new to paramotor XC, start with a shorter route before attempting a flight across the UK
• Relevant: Make sure your goals align with your paramotoring aspirations.
• Time-bound: Set deadlines like “Achieve a 50 km cross-country flight by June 2025.”

Breaking Down Big Goals

Big dreams like flying a 300km paramotor cross country can feel overwhelming. Break them into manageable steps:

• Take a theory course to improve your understanding of airspace and navigation.
• Practice fuel management on shorter flights.
• Gradually extend your flight distances, building up to your target.

Find Your Tribe

Joining a paramotoring club or online community can be a game-changer. Sharing your goals and progress with like-minded pilots provides motivation, advice, and inspiration. You’ll also find plenty of friendly competition to keep things exciting.

Goal Ideas for Paramotor Pilots in 2025

For Beginners:

• Perfect your reverse launches.
• Complete five engine-off landings within 5 meters of your wing bag.
• Achieve 20 solo flights to build experience and confidence.

For Intermediate Pilots:

• Fly a 50 km paramotor cross country (XC) route.
• Install and master your speedbar (check your wing’s manual for guidance).
• Start thermaling in controlled conditions to improve efficiency.

For Advanced Flyers:

• Complete a 100 km cross-country flight using just a map, stopwatch, and compass.
• Enter a paramotor rally or competition to test your skills in new environments.
• Share your passion by becoming a BHPA power coach and helping others discover the joys of paramotoring.