Closest Skydiving in St. Louis, MO Since 2012
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Always wanted to go skydiving? Now is the perfect time to make it happen and finally cross it off your bucket list.
Gateway Skydiving Center is a second-generation, family-owned skydiving center with over 100 years of combined experience. Conveniently located in Greenville, Illinois—just 45 minutes east of St. Louis, Missouri—our dropzone sits on a 500-acre, award-winning airport that’s perfectly suited for a safe and scenic skydiving experience.
We proudly serve customers from St. Louis, throughout Missouri, Illinois, and Indiana, offering professional tandem skydiving for first-time jumpers and experienced thrill-seekers alike.
From your first step on-site to your final landing, our team is committed to delivering a safe, exciting, and truly unforgettable experience.
Book your tandem skydive today and see why Gateway Skydiving Center is a top choice for skydiving near St. Louis.
TANDEM SKYDIVE $279
SKYDIVE VIDEO $119
OUR REPUTATION SPEAKS FOR ITSELF
This place was fantastic. Safety conscious with clear instruction put everyone at ease! Great interaction with the entire group I went with including those who just came as spectators. All the instructors were enthusiastic and fun, with an obvious passion for skydiving. Go jump out of a plane with these guys!!! You won't regret it!!
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Skydiving Near St.Louis,MO Since 2012
Expert Skydiving Instructors in the St. Louis Area
At Gateway Skydiving Center, our instructors are some of the most experienced and skilled skydiving professionals in the St. Louis area. Many compete in U.S. skydiving competitions and collectively have thousands of successful jumps, ensuring you’re learning from the best.
In 2026, Gateway Skydiving Center proudly celebrated its 14th season, having introduced over 15,000 first-time tandem students to the thrill of skydiving. We’re equally proud of our unbeatable safety record, unmatched anywhere in the Midwest, making us a trusted choice for your skydiving adventure.
Your next adventure starts here
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TANDEM SKYDIVE $279
Tandem Skydiving for First-Time Jumpers
You won’t be skydiving alone on your first jump. Your certified USPA (United States Parachute Association) instructor will be with you every step of the way—ensuring a safe, guided, and confidence-building experience from takeoff to landing.
Tandem skydiving is the most popular and safest way for beginners to experience skydiving. This proven training method has introduced millions of people worldwide to the thrill of freefall, making it the ideal choice for first-time jumpers.
Whether your goal is to become a licensed skydiver or you simply want to experience the excitement of skydiving near St. Louis, tandem skydiving is the perfect place to start.
Requirements: Participants must be at least 18 years old and weigh under 230 lbs.
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Learn to Skydive and Become a Skydiving Instructor Near St. Louis
At Gateway Skydiving Center, our instructors are passionate about teaching new skydivers and mentoring the next generation of skydiving instructors. We love this sport and are dedicated to helping you become part of the “sky family,” guiding you every step of the way on your skydiving journey.
Gateway Skydiving Center is the only skydiving facility in the St. Louis area where you can both learn to skydive and train to become a certified skydiving instructor. Whether you’re taking your first leap or pursuing instructor certification, our experienced team ensures a safe, professional, and unforgettable experience.
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CLOSEST SKYDIVING CENTER TO DOWNTOWN ST.LOUIS
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St. Louis - 45 min
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Belleville,IL - 59 min
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Collinsville,IL - 40 min
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Edwardsville,IL - 40 min
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Clayton,MO - 1 hr
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Florissant,MO - 57 min
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Chesterfield,MO - 1 hr 13 min
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O'Fallon,MO - 1 hr 20 min
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St. Charles,MO - 1 hr 10 min
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Mt. Vernon,IL - 1 hr 15 min
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Greenville, IL - 2 miles from I-70
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Effingham,IL - 55 min
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Terre Haute,IN - 1 hr 56 min
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Champaign,IL - 2 hr
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Decatur,IL - 1 hr 38 min
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Springfield,IL - 1 hr 17 min
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Evansville,IN - 2 hr 30 min
general skydiving questions
faq
Like nothing, you can experience on the ground. It does not feel like a rollercoaster. You do not feel like you’re falling. There is no “stomach drop”. You will experience a lot of noise (from the wind) and some pressure pushing your arms up. Just smile and enjoy yourself. Smiling also helps prevent the dreaded “tandem mouth“.
To skydive you must weigh under 230 pounds. You must be 18 years or older. 200-230 lbs – $2 per pound surcharge.
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