Most drop zones have a target about 20 feet in diameter of sand or small gravel rock to aim for. Around 10 feet above the ground you apply the brakes that flare the parachute causing you to land. Landing properly is like stepping off a ladder, nice and soft. Skydiving is not for everyone. For every time you go up and land on the ground safely you have cheated death one more time.
Skydiving is a sport of many thrills that last only a few seconds.
It is more complex than just a free fall and a parachute ride.