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Born in Tempe, Arizona, Craig Girard made his first jump on March 14, 1981, at Sky Hi-Pioneer DZ, Phoenix, AZ, and has since accumulated over 32,000 jumps.

His illustrious career spans more than four decades, and he has won numerous awards and championships, including US National Champion 8-way for an impressive 18 times, and US National Champion 4-way six times.

Craig's success in World Cups is equally outstanding, securing five 8-way championships and two 4-way championships. He is also a two-time World Games Champion, a four-time Bodyflight World Challenge Tunnel Champion, a six-time World Champion in 8-way, and a two-time World Champion in 4-way.

A former U.S. Army Golden Knight, a long-time member of Arizona Airspeed, and the chief freefall instructor at Skydive Dubai, Craig's achievements also include being a key member of the 300, 357, and 400-way large formation world records. His influence on the sport earned him a place in the International Skydiving Hall of Fame.

Whether flying with the Golden Knights, leading Airspeed's 8-way team, or coaching the next generation of World Class teams, Craig's influence on the sport is truly unparalleled.

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Matt Blank is a true adventurer who has packed a lifetime of extraordinary experiences into his years. A well-known figure in multiple adventure sports communities, Matt has traveled the globe, embracing the highs and lows that come with a life of pushing boundaries. From leaping off iconic objects like great sequoia trees to sliding down a greased ramp of a Skyvan and landing on a slip and slide, Matt has truly redefined the limits of what's possible in the world of skydiving and BASE jumping.

As the co-host of the Exit Point Podcast, one of the most popular podcasts in the BASE and skydiving worlds, Matt shares incredible stories, insights, and expertise with a dedicated global audience. He’s also the founder of the Free Fall Foundation, a nonprofit organization that’s changing lives in the skydiving community by creating opportunities for others to experience the sport he loves.

Matt’s journey is a testament to living boldly, embracing adventure, and inspiring others along the way.

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Video: BASE Jump Diaries, Episode 2
Video: When We Were Knights
Video: Giant Sequoia Tree BASE Jump
Video: GoPro: Space Net BASE Jump
Video: Evolv: BASE Jumping in 2015
Video: Perrine Bridge BASE Jump

Podcast: Exit Point
School: BASE Camp

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Amy Chmelecki has spent nearly three decades pushing the boundaries of human flight, amassing over 20,000 skydives and 2,000 hours of wind tunnel time. A true trailblazer, Amy holds an astonishing 25 skydiving world records, 3 world titles, and 9 national titles across disciplines like freefly, freestyle, vertical formation skydiving, and dynamic 4-way.

Amy began her skydiving journey in 1995 at The Ranch in New York and has since become one of the sport’s most recognizable figures. As a proud member of the Red Bull Air Force since 2013, Amy has performed jaw-dropping stunts like flying a wingsuit formation over Manhattan and landing on a barge in the Hudson River. She’s also taken her skills to Hollywood, serving as a skydiving stunt double in films like The Mummy and San Andreas, and performing in high-profile commercials for brands like Verizon and Kia.

Off the screen, Amy is a co-owner of Broken Records LLC and the Highlight Pro Skydiving Team, where she continues to inspire others by organizing groundbreaking events and world record attempts. In 2022, her incredible contributions to the sport were recognized when she was inducted into the International Skydiving Hall of Fame.

With a career defined by innovation, passion, and precision, Amy’s story is nothing short of extraordinary.

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Website: International Skydiving Hall of Fame Member
Website: Red Bull Air Force Team Profile
Video: Skydivers Fly Over New York City
Video: 96 Skydivers Break Head-Up World Record
Video: Miles Above Season 1, Episode 7
Video: Amy Jumps in Manhattan
Video: Amy Chmelecki: Her Journey
Video: Highlight HerStory
Video: Meet the 65 Skydivers that Broke a World Record
Video: Wingsuit Flying Over Heart of Croatia

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