Steven Savoy
- Year you started skydiving: 2020
- Total number of jumps: 450
- Licenses / ratings: C-License, Coach
- First canopy → current canopy: Sabre 2 170, Hurricane 135
- Role at Skydive Windy City: Operations Manager, Tandem Instructor
What got you into skydiving?
I got into skydiving because there was nothing better to do during Covid.
Do you remember your first jump?
Yes I remember my first jump and the whole time I was thinking “there’s no way this is real”.
When did you realize this was more than just a hobby?
I realized it was more than I hobby when I went for my second tandem the same day.
What keeps you coming back?
I keep coming back because every jump I gain more skill.
Funniest thing that’s happened while skydiving?
Funniest thing that’s happened while skydiving is colliding with my friend during an angle jump.
Favorite type of jump?
Flying angle.
What would you be doing if you weren’t skydiving?
What separates a good instructor from a great one?
Good instructors are there to work, great instructors are there to show people what is possible.
What’s the biggest lesson skydiving has taught you?
The biggest lesson I’ve learned from skydiving is that karma is very easily served while you’re falling towards the ground.
FROM THE SKY TO THE CREW
Who’s the most chaotic person on the team?
Kevin.
Most unforgettable jump you’ve ever done?
Most unforgettable jump was my jump with Steve-O from Jackass.
What do you love most about jumping at Skydive Windy City?
I love Windy City the most because of the amazing team.
Why He Loves What He Does
What makes this dropzone special?
The view makes this dropzone special.
What do you enjoy most about working with first-time jumpers here?
I enjoy working with first timers because I remember how excited I was for my first jumps.
What’s your biggest “this is why I love this job” moment?
I love watching people come down from their first jumps just fully stoked on life.
WHY PEOPLE CHOOSE SKYDIVE WINDY CITY
At Skydive Windy City, it’s more than just the jump, it’s the people who make the experience unforgettable. From experienced instructors to the entire crew on the ground, every member of the team is committed to making your first jump safe, exciting, and something you’ll never forget.
Whether you’re planning your first tandem skydive near Chicago or coming back for another jump, our team is here to guide you every step of the way. When you’re ready to take the leap, there’s no better place to start than Skydive Windy City.