The sensation of freefall is more like flying than falling. Once the parachute is open the flight is quiet and inspiring. In the unlikely event that the main parachute does not open properly, all sport parachute systems contain two parachutes, a main and a reserve. The reserve can only be inspected and maintained by an FAA certified parachute rigger. They can slow down a great deal, so most of our landings are very soft either stand up or sit down.
Injuries are rare.
Maybe, or maybe not. It's human nature to be frightened of the unknown. You will definitely feel a surge of excitement and anticipation before the jump. Tandem is an hour long class, but plan to be here half the day. Static Line classes take approximately six hours and you can jump the same day weather permitting.