Australian Open Indoor Skydiving Championships 2026
Competition Schedule
| Friday 14th | |
|---|---|
| 6:30 | Doors Open |
| 7:00–7:45 | 4-way FS A & AA / 2-way VFS InterCheck-in & all teams Speed Setting |
| 7:45 | 4-way FS A & AA / 2-way VFS InterCompetition Briefing |
| 9:00 | 4-way FS A & AA / 2-way VFS InterRounds Begin |
| 9:15 | Freestyle IntermediateCheck-in & Competitor briefing |
| 10:15 | D2W IntermediateCheck-in & Competior briefing |
| 11:30 | Indoor Para Skydiving (IPS)Check-in & Competitor briefing |
| 15:50–16:15 | Body Piloting Intermediate1v1 battles |
| 16:15 | All Round Completed (approx) |
| 17:15 | Competition Ends / Judging Finalised |
| Saturday 15th | |
|---|---|
| 6:30 | Doors Open |
| 7:00–7:45 | 4-way FS AAA / 4-way VFS / Jnr Freestyle InterChec-in & all teams Speed Setting |
| 7:45 | 4-way FS AAA / 4-way VFS / Jnr Freestyle InterCompetitor Briefing |
| 9:00 | 4-way FS AAA / 4-way VFS / Jnr Freestyle InterRounds Begin |
| 10:15 | Jnr Freestyle OpenCheck-in & Competitor briefing |
| 12:15 | D2W OpenCheck-in & Competitor briefing |
| 13:15 | Indoor Para Skydiving (IPS)Check-in & Competitor briefing |
| 18:15 | All Round Completed (approx) |
| 19:15 | Competition Ends / Judging Finalised |
| Sunday 16th | |
|---|---|
| 6:30 | Doors Open |
| 7:00–7:45 | 4-way FS Blast / 2-way VFS OpenCheck-in & all teams Speed Setting |
| 7:45 | 4-way FS Blast / 2-way VFS OpenCompetitor Briefing |
| 9:00 | 4-way FS Blast / 2-way VFS OpenRounds Begin |
| 12:00 | 2-way VFSRounds End |
| 12:15 | D4W / Solo Speed / Freestyle OpenCheck-in & Competitor briefing |
| 17:00 | Competition Ends / Judging Finalised |
| 17:30 | Huckjam |
| 18:30 | Awards Ceremony (all categories) |
| 19:30 | Afterparty & Body Piloting Championships – Advanced |
The awards ceremony is on the Sunday evening.
$20,000 in prizes
This event is OPEN to Internationals and Australians. There will be 2 podiums, for Open (Overall winners) and National (Australians).Important Information!
On the day:
Detailed day-by-day schedules are coming shortly with exact meeting times for each discipline. Most competitor meetings will take place from 7:45am, Indoor Para Skydiving will start later in the day.
Gear hire:
All beginner flight suits and Cookie Fuel (open face) helmets are available for free. We have limited weight belts and Cookie G35 (full faced) helmets available for use. Gear hire is subject to availability, and we recommend bringing your own.
Start getting excited:
There'll be lots to enjoy on the day thanks to our incredible sponsors, including a sauna (bring your togs!), physio with compression boots, stretching areas, local gym access, photo opportunities and more! We'll also have special event merch at discounted rates. We can't wait to share it with you!
Training:
Training spots are filling up fast so we recommend booking ahead. For training specifically on the week of the comp (10th - 14th August), please email danielle@ifly.com.au to reserve spots.
Stay Updated!
We will be communicating important event annoucements via our athlete chat. Join the Whatsapp group now and stay up to date!
Disciplines & Rules
Everything you need to know about skill levels, rounds and rules for each discipline, you can find by clicking the button below!
Discipline Info & Rules
Formation Skydiving
Build belly formations (Shapes) in teams of 4.
Vertical Formation Skydiving
Vertical Formation Skydiving builds formations in different orientations.
Dynamic
Solo speed / 2-way Dynamic / 4-way dynamic fast paced speed trails, with Intermediate and Open options.
Freestyle
For juniors and adults, freestyle caters to all skills, starting with people who can fly belly and back fly with over-the-feet transitions.
Body Piloting
One-on-one, follow-the-leader style dynamic battles, brought to you by Downunder Dynamics!
Indoor Para Skydiving
Time trials for flyers with disabilities; part of the 2026 World Indoor Para Skydiving series.
Teams & Prizes
| Category | Teams | 1st Prize | 2nd Prize | 3rd Prize | Sponsor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Way FS Blast | 14 | 60mins | 40mins | 20mins |
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| 4 Way FS A | 5 |
$1,000 60mins |
40mins | 20mins |
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| 4 Way FS AA | 3 |
$1,400 60mins |
40mins | 20mins |
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| 4 Way FS AAA | 7 |
$3,000 60mins |
60mins | 40mins |
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| 2 Way VFS Inter | 10 |
$700 30mins |
20mins | 10mins |
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| 2 Way VFS Open | 6 |
$1,500 30mins |
20mins | 10mins |
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| 4 Way VFS Open | 3 |
$3,000 60mins |
40mins | 20mins |
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| 2 Way Dynamic Inter | 3 |
$700 30mins |
20mins | 10mins |
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| 2 Way Dynamic Open | 9 |
$1,500 30mins |
20mins | 10mins |
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| 4 Way Dynamic Open | 3 |
$3,000 60mins |
60mins | 40mins |
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| Solo Speed Open | 9 |
$750 30mins |
15mins | 10mins |
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| Junior Freestyle Inter | 7 |
$350 15mins |
15mins | 10mins |
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| Junior Freestyle Open | 5 |
$750 15mins |
15mins | 10mins |
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| Freestyle Inter | 3 |
$350 15mins |
15mins | 10mins |
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| Freestyle Open | 3 |
$750 15mins |
15mins | 10mins |
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| Indoor Para Skydiving | 14 |
$350 15mins |
15mins | 10mins |
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| Body Piloting Advanced | 14 |
$750 15mins |
15mins | 10mins |
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| Body Piloting Inter | 2 | 20mins | 10mins | - |
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Speed Setting
Speed setting takes place on the morning of the competition before draws are released. You can use this time to choose your wind speed or for a final practice flight. There is no extra cost.Teams that pre-book will receive up to two 1-minute rotations. If you don’t pre-book or miss your scheduled time, you’ll lose your slot.
For teams, only one person needs to make the booking.
Someone Say Cookie?
Cookie Composites
A massive thank you to Cookie for supporting the next generation of indoor skydivers! Cookie will be awarding FREE helmets to the winners of the Junior FS Blast!
And guess what... they will also be onsite throughout the weekend with a sneak peek of their latest products, so be sure to stop by and check them out!
Visit Cookie
Giving YOU Wings!
Red Bull
Red Bull is back at AOISC 2026 and ready to keep the weekend buzzing! Swing by for FREE Red Bull sampling, check out the iconic Red Bull DJ booth, and enjoy live DJ entertainment on Sunday to celebrate an action-packed weekend!
Visit Red Bull
Physio and Compression Boots!
iFix Physio Penrith
Our amazing sponsor, iFix Physio, will be onsite on the 14th and 15th August to help our competitors perform at their best.
Their qualified physiotherapy team will be providing recovery support, including compression recovery boots and onsite physio treatment from their mobile treatment table. Be sure to stop by between events and give your body the recovery it deserves!
Visit iFix Physio Penrith
FREE Gym Access
Snap Fitness Penrith & Cranebrook:
Our incredible sponsor, Snap Fitness Penrith & Cranebrook, is offering FREE gym access to all AOISC competitors throughout the competition weekend!
Whether you're looking to warm up, cool down, or fit in a workout during the comp, their facilities are available for you to use.
Scan the QR code to book your preferred time!
Penrith Location
Cranebrook Location
Fuel YOUR Performance!
True Protein
We're excited to have True Protein supporting AOISC 2026! Their premium nutrition producrs are trusted by athletes across Asutralia, and this year they've packed some fantasitc goodies into every competitor bag to help keep you energised over the weekend!
Visit True Protein
Talk about RECOVERY!
Recovry Zone Co
Thanks to our fantastic sponsor, Recovery Zone, you'll have access to two steam saunas onsite all weekend (bring your togs!).
The perfect place to relax, recover, and reset throughout the competition.
Recovery Zone is an Australian recovery brand specialising in premium saunas, ice baths and chillers, designed to make recovery more accessible for athletes and everyday individuals.
Check Out Recovry Zone
Changing The Game!
Adaptive Athlete
A huge thank you to Adaptive Athlete for their ongoing support of adaptive sport and the Indoor Para Skydiving community. Adaptive Athlete is dedicated to creating opportunities for people living with disability to participate, develop and excel in sport through includive programs, expert coaching and world-class experiences.
Check Out Adaptive Athlete
Let's Talk Numbers...
Direct Accounting
A huge thank you to Direct Accounting for their continued support of the Australian Open Indoor Skydiving Championships. Proudly based in Penrith, Direct Accounting is a local chartered accounting firm dedicated to helping individuals and small businesses achieve their financial goals.
Visit Direct Accounting
It's Time to Power Up!
Battery World
We're excited to welcome Battery World to AOISC 2026! Their team will be onsite across the competition weekend with FREE car battery testing, charging stations to keep your devices powered, plus plenty of giveaways, merchanidise and luck draw prizes.
Be sure to stop by their marquee at the front of the venue and say hello to the team!
Visit Battery World
Keeping YOU in the Sky!
Downward Trend
A massive thank you to Downward Trend for supporting the Australian Open Indoor Skydiving Championships! As one of Australia's premier parachute rigging facilities, they provide expert inspections, servicing and repairs to help keep skydivers safe every time they take to the skies.
Visit Downward Trend
Pushing The Limits!
Downunder Dynamics
We're proud to have Downunder Dynamics supporting AOISC 2026! Dedicated to growing the sport of skydiving, Downunder Dynamics provides world-class coaching, education and support to athletes around the globe.
Through coaching programs, educational rescourses and collaboration across the industry, they're helping shape the future of human flight!
Visit Downunder Dynamics
About iFLY Downunder
123 Mulgoa Road, Penrith, NSW 2750 (Next to Penrith Panthers Complex)
The tunnel that cares about the sport
iFLY Downunder located in Penrith in Sydney's west, was the first indoor skydiving facility in Australia. It is also the largest and most powerful indoor skydiving facility in the Southern Hemisphere!
Sport flyer access:
At iFLY Downunder, you'll have free access to:
- Locker spaces
- 16ft Creeper circle and creepers
- Facilities including fridge, microwave and dishwasher.
- Toilets and shower
Getting to the venue by Car:
Travel from Sydney Airport is approx 50 minutes. Traveling by the M2 or the M4 is recommended.
Getting to the venue by Train:
Travel takes approximately 50 minutes from Central Station to Penrith Station, with trains departing every 15 minutes.
Accomodation:
- PULLMANS HOTELS: The 5 Star Pullman hotel is directly opposite iFLY (Just a 10 second walk away!). They are offering the special rate of $250 a night. King or twin share available – Click here to book.
- QUEST HOTELS: The Quest Hotel is located directly opposite the Penrith Train Station. They are offering 15% off their best available rate using promocode iFLY for stay dates between 10th and 17th August 2026 – Click here to book.
Contacts
If you have any questions leading up to the competition, or throughout your time at iFLY, you can contact us.
Generally any iFLY staff onsite will be happy to assist you, or point you in the direction or someone who can.
One Response
We are proud to announce One Response as the event’s official Platinum Sponsor.
One Response delivers nationally accredited training and emergency response services across disaster preparedness, land and sea search and rescue, incident management and emergency equipment supply.
Managing Director Edward Andrews, a passionate flyer at iFLY Indoor Skydiving Gold Coast who has introduced many newcomers to the sport, shared his enthusiasm for the partnership.
“There’s always a buzz around the Championships, and One Response is proud to come on board as Platinum Sponsor. We hope this support helps attract more teams by reducing registration fees, covering coach slots, and contributing to cash prizes.”
Holly Jaadla, iFLY Gold Coast General Manager, said the partnership was a natural fit.
“One Response embodies the professionalism, community spirit and resilience we see in the indoor skydiving world. Their support will help elevate this year’s Championships — not just as a competition, but as an experience that inspires new flyers and connects the broader public with this incredible sport.”
