Skydive The Rock

# Skydive The Rock, Beloit WI

Skydive The Rock operates from Beloit Airport in Beloit, Wisconsin, positioned along the Wisconsin-Illinois state line near I-90 and I-43. The dropzone is open five days a week from April through October, offering scenic jumps over both Wisconsin and Illinois terrain with views spanning 2.3 miles to the nearest hotel.

The facility features a 100-by-100-foot hangar with large packing areas and custom ventilated lockers for sport rigs, along with designated camping areas, equipment rentals, and sales. Amenities include packing services, rigging services, RV spaces with electricity, shower facilities, videography services, and Wi-Fi. The dropzone is located in Wisconsin's North Central Region and operates a single Cessna 206 aircraft.

Skydive The Rock offers tandem skydiving for first-time jumpers starting at $269, with a $50 deposit required at booking and the balance due before boarding. The dropzone provides a video and photo package of each jump experience for $95, capturing high-definition video and 15–20 photographs. For those interested in learning to skydive independently, Skydive The Rock runs an AFF (Accelerated Freefall) training program aligned with USPA progression categories B through F. The AFF package costs $2,095 and includes instructor training, airplane rides, gear rentals (helmet, radio, jumpsuit), parachute packing, and comprehensive instruction through each milestone. Students must demonstrate proficiency at each level before advancing and must complete their next jump within 30 days.

The program emphasizes detailed pre- and post-jump debrief training with video review to help students understand the impact of their skydiving actions. The dropzone also welcomes group bookings with discounts applied based on group size, provided each member makes a $50 deposit at the time of booking.

Skydive The Rock is a USPA Group Member and International Affiliate, positioning it within the United States Parachute Association's official network. The dropzone serves recreational jumpers, tandem students, and those pursuing structured solo training in a setting that combines accessible facilities with seasonal operation and straightforward instruction.