Let’s Go Gliding!
Fly with Cu Nim as a guest for the experience of a lifetime!
Introductory flights are available, from now until the end of the gliding season in early November 2026.
Gift certificates purchased in 2025 or earlier have been extended to a 3-year validity from date of purchase.
Curious to learn more about what it means to fly at Cu Nim? Read on below!
Your first glider flight (or first in a while) is peaceful and serene, providing an awe-inspiring new perspective on our home. Take in a breathtaking view of the Rockies, gain a new appreciation of the foothills, smile back at the Calgary skyline to the North, and admire the transition to the endlessness of the prairies!
Gliding is always the most beautiful way to se the world, it happens to be especially spectacular when you’re gliding here in Southern Alberta!
A more adventurous guest might enjoy the thrill of slicing through the atmosphere at 150km/hour, climbing 10 feet per second in a thermal, or testing your stomach with some light aerobatics! If you’re interested, we can coach you through your first few moments of piloting!
It’s better than you can imagine.
Getting Started
1. Pre-purchase flight(s) through our Square Site (Purchase Link).
Choose between a Standard (3000ft above the ground) or Plus (4000ft above the ground) starting altitude. The Plus offering typically adds 5-10 minutes of extra flying.
2. Within 7 business days, you will receive a personalized “Flight Certificate” to your email provided during checkout.
Looking to send the flight as a gift instead? Use our Gift Certificate Request Form and we’ll send you a personalized printable PDF. Makes for a great gift!
3. When you’re ready to book your flight, follow the instructions on your “Flight Certificate” to book a time using our Square Appointment Manager.
Please note, flying at Cu Nim is heavily weather-dependent and last-minute cancellations can occur. In the case of a cancellation, we rebook your flight to the closest availability.
4. Show up at Cu Nim Gliding Club at your scheduled time, and fly!
All the information you need to know prior to your flight can be found on the Flight Certificate.
Didn’t receive a flight certificate? Have questions prior to your flight? Contact us at introflight@cunim.org or use the contact form below.
Important Information
- There are weight, height, and age limitations to flying in our gliders. See the bottom of the page for restrictions.
- Flight pricing is follows:
- Standard Flight: $175+GST for a 3000′ tow with a licensed pilot. Flight duration is between 15 and 30 minutes.
- Plus Flight: $215+GST for a 4000′ tow with a licensed pilot. Flight duration is between 20 and 40 minutes. (redeemable in 2026)
- Flight certificates are valid for two years after purchase.
- Refunds are only offered under exceptional circumstances.
You’re going flying but this is not your typical airport – our runway is grass and our aircraft are silent – please pay close attention to instructions from members to stay safe!
Come with family and friends! Arrive with a friendly attitude and a bit of patience, and you’re bound to have an incredible experience. as our volunteers share their love of soaring with you or a loved one.
Purchase online then, when it’s time, schedule your timeslot
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Contact us if you have any questions:
What you need to know:
- Weight limits: The max passenger weight is 242 lbs (110 kg) including all clothing. This is a safety limit, no exceptions.
- Age/height limits: As long as the passenger is comfortable we’re happy to fly them. As a rough rule of thumb, we’d recommend age 10 or older. Below 4′ in height, outwards visibility will be limited.
- Mobility challenged: We can accommodate passengers (and pilots) with mobility challenges. Our training glider can be equipped with hand controls.