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Idée d’activité pour la fête des mères: Un saut en parachute

Every year, Mother’s Day is an opportunity to show your mother how much she means to you. But let’s be honest: how many bouquets of flowers and brunches at restaurants can truly capture the extent of that love?

What if this year you gave her something truly unforgettable ? A powerful, exhilarating moment that will be etched in her heart forever. Giving her a skydive for Mother’s Day is much more than just a gift: it’s a celebration of her strength, courage, and zest for life.

At Parachute Voltige , we believe every mom deserves to feel alive, free, and proud of herself . And there’s no better Mother’s Day activity than a tandem skydive surrounded by her loved ones. Of course, you can give the gift of a skydive for Mother’s Day , but you can also give your mom a gift certificate so she can jump on the date of her choice!

A smiling mother presses her hands to her heart and savors the landing of her first parachute jump, sitting in the field.

1. Why is skydiving the perfect activity idea for Mother’s Day?

Break the routine and create a powerful memory

Every mother deserves more than just a routine. According to a Cornell University study, significant experiences bring more lasting happiness than material possessions because they become an integral part of our identity . A parachute jump transforms a simple Sunday in May into a moment of adrenaline, self-discovery, and pure joy . « We are the sum of our experiences, not our possessions. »

According to a 2018 study from Columbia University, when a person successfully completes a physical or emotional challenge they consider daring (for example, skydiving), they experience an immediate 25% increase in their perceived levels of personal competence . This sense of mastery contributes to a lasting boost in self-esteem .

Celebrating Mother’s Day by skydiving is choosing intensity and authenticity over banality.

A woman filled with joy raises her arms to the sky as she touches the ground after her parachute jump.

Honoring one’s inner strength

Being a mother means facing challenges, sleepless nights, doubts, and trials. Skydiving is a way to celebrate this immense strength by giving her the opportunity to shine once again , to prove to herself and the world that she is capable of anything.

Even if she is a little nervous about it, that’s perfectly normal: at Parachute Voltige , we welcome mothers of all ages and backgrounds every year, who, after their jump, tell us that they never thought they would experience such a moment of pride and joy .

A smiling mother, son and daughter pose for the camera after experiencing a family parachute jump at Voltige.

Sharing a unique moment with her

Giving a skydive as a Mother’s Day gift is also giving the gift of quality time . Whether it’s jumping together, accompanying her on the ground and watching her land screaming with joy, or organizing a whole day around the event, you create a shared memory , far more powerful than any object.

A mother and daughter pose cheek to cheek for the camera before going to experience their first tandem parachute jump.

2. How can you tell if skydiving is right for your mom?

If your mom likes taking on challenges , stepping out of her comfort zone , or has ever expressed a desire to experience something larger than life , this is the perfect gift for her.
The important thing is not to be a seasoned adventurer, but to want to experience life intensely , even if only once.
Health and weight for a parachute jump : If she has normal health and physical fitness, can lift her legs to land smoothly on her buttocks (the instructor takes care of all the maneuvers) and weighs less than 230lbs, then it’s perfect for her!
There is no maximum age : We’ve had mothers of 98 years and older jump!

3. Is it safe for a mother to go skydiving?

Yes, a thousand times yes. Safety is our absolute priority at Parachute Voltige .

All our instructors have thousands of jumps each and are certified to the most rigorous standards in the Canadian industry. Meet our team!
Our equipment is carefully inspected and maintained to ensure maximum safety .
Tandem jumping, where your mom is attached to an experienced instructor, is specifically designed to make the experience accessible and safe even for a first jump.

In short, offering a parachute jump for Mother’s Day is to offer her the intense emotion of adventure, with all the serenity of professional supervision .

4. How to make your Mother’s Day even more extraordinary

Want to go even further and transform this day into a magical moment  ? Here are a few ideas:

Organize a surprise : imagine your mother’s emotion when she discovers that instead of brunch, she’s going to fly in the sky !
Create a family picnic on site : after your jump with Parachute Voltige , settle into our relaxation area , enjoy an outdoor meal and extend the family celebration, watch your parachute jump on the big screen on site!
Offer a souvenir video : immortalize her jump so she can relive that pride again and again.
Add a personalized message : Parachute Voltige offers options to integrate special messages into the experience , to make the jump even more personal.

Planning a unique activity for Mother’s Day is a way to show her that her happiness deserves time, attention, and a touch of whimsy. Book a date here!

5. Why choose Parachute Voltige to celebrate your mom

At Parachute Voltige , we don’t just offer a parachute jump: we create transformative experiences .

A warm and welcoming atmosphere , because every mother deserves to be pampered.
A spectacular natural setting , perfect for experiencing a powerful moment in a magnificent environment.
Reassuring support at every step so that your mother can fully enjoy her moment.
A passionate team , motivated by the mission of providing unforgettable memories.

Whether it’s for a 50th birthday , a return to studies , a personal victory or just for the pleasure of experiencing thrills , Parachute Voltige is the ideal place to celebrate what she truly is: an extraordinary woman .