What Windwerk Indoor Skydiving does

Windwerk AG operates the only indoor skydiving facility in German-speaking Switzerland, headquartered at Ohrbühlstrasse 21 in Winterthur. Founded in 2016 by three experienced indoor skydivers — Tobias Oertle (CEO and Co-founder), Andri Steinmann (Co-founder and Chairman), and Reto Welti (Co-founder) — along with three additional Swiss investors, the company runs a vertical wind tunnel where four large turbines generate 180-280 km/h airflow, simulating freefall conditions equivalent to a parachute jump from 4,000 meters altitude. Each flight lasts approximately 60 seconds, and the facility supports ages 5-99 with full equipment provision, certified instructor briefings, and barrier-free accessibility. Windwerk maintains a 4.8-star Google rating across 1,241 reviews and operates 12:00-23:00 on weekdays and 7:00-23:00 on weekends.

The product portfolio centers on transactional flight experience packages (CHF 69 for children, CHF 89-395 for adults in 2/3/4/6/10-flight bundles), a structured four-level Flight School program (15 flights per level, bundled at CHF 999), and usage-based Proflyer hourly rentals (CHF 245-1,090/hour depending on peak/off-peak and coaching). Revenue is diversified across seven streams: individual experiences, gift vouchers (24-month validity), Flight School training, Proflyer recurring sessions, corporate and private events, photo/video packages (CHF 19-49), and on-site F&B at the Windbreak snack bar. Customer segments span individual consumers and families (primary), corporate clients for team building, children's birthday parties, serious sport flyers, private celebration groups, and inclusion-focused visitors with disabilities. Distribution is primarily direct-to-consumer via windwerk.ch and a Tunn3l-powered booking platform, supplemented by partner voucher platforms (Geschenkidee, Geschenkparadies, Swissraft), ZVV transport partnerships, and on-site sales.

The business model combines one-time experiential transactions with a land-and-expand retention motion: first-time flyers are converted into Flight School students and ultimately into recurring Proflyer members, with coaching and bulk-hour discounts supporting yield. Strategic partnerships include ZVV (Zurich public transport), Challenge Camps Association (inclusion), and Jumi (catering). Technology integrations cover standard payment rails (Adyen, Klarna, Twint, Visa, Mastercard, PostFinance, Apple Pay) and the Birdly VR simulator. No AI/ML capabilities, patents, funding rounds, or M&A activity are disclosed.

Name

Windwerk Indoor Skydiving

Legal name

Windwerk AG

Website

https://windwerk.ch

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Windwerk AG operates the only indoor skydiving facility in German-speaking Switzerland, offering vertical wind tunnel flight experiences, a four-level Flight School, and recurring Proflyer sessions for consumers, families, corporate clients, and serious sport flyers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Indoor Skydiving & Adventure Leisure Services

NAICS

Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (71394)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900), Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation (7990)

akta.pro primary industry

Skydiving Experiences (Tandem, AFF, Scenic Jumps) (THAAAMAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Extreme Sports Experiences (Skydiving, Bungee Jumping) (THAAAAAM), Paragliding, Skydiving & Airborne Adventure Sports (THAJABAJ), Skydiving Centers & Drop Zones (Tandem, AFF Training) (THAAAKAB)

Keywords

• Indoor skydiving experiences
• Wind tunnel flying
• Skydiving training programs
• Corporate team events
• Adventure leisure activities

Headquarters

HQ city

Winterthur

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Infrastructure, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Individual Flight Experiences: One-time transaction-based sales of flight experiences with varying numbers of flights (2-10 flights per person). Prices range from CHF 69 for children to CHF 395 for 10-flight packages.
2. Gift Vouchers: Sale of gift vouchers valid for 24 months from purchase. Vouchers can be personalized with recipient names and messages.
3. Flight School Training Programs: Four-level structured training program (15 flights per level, 15 minutes flight time) leading to Proflyer certification. Level 1 starts at CHF 400, all four levels bundle for CHF 999.
4. Proflyer Membership and Sessions: Recurring usage-based revenue from certified Proflyers purchasing flight time. Off-peak pricing from CHF 245-840/hour, peak pricing from CHF 940-1,090/hour with bulk discounts available for 5+ hours.
5. Corporate and Private Events: Custom event bookings for companies, groups, and celebrations including flight experiences plus optional catering, meeting rooms, and photo/video services.
6. Photo and Video Services: Optional photo and video recording packages at CHF 19 for individual sessions or CHF 49 for group events.
7. Snackbar and Catering: On-site food and beverage sales including apéro packages ranging from CHF 19.90-39.90 per person, cakes, and drinks.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels11 records

Core offering

Windwerk Indoor Skydiving operates a vertical recirculating wind tunnel facility in Winterthur, Switzerland, selling controlled indoor skydiving flight experiences to consumers, families, and corporate clients. Each flight provides 60 seconds of simulated freefall at 180-280 km/h, equivalent to a parachute jump from 4,000 meters, with certified instructors and full equipment provided. Complementary offerings include a four-level Flight School training program, Proflyer hourly rental packages, corporate/team events, children's birthday parties, gift vouchers, photo/video services, a VR simulator, and a snack bar.

Product overview

Windwerk Indoor Skydiving operates a vertical wind tunnel in Winterthur, Switzerland, offering recreational indoor skydiving experiences and professional training programs. The core product is the indoor skydiving experience where participants fly on a controlled air stream. The offering portfolio includes: individual flight experiences (2-10 flights) as the main product; the Flight School (4 progressive levels) for those wanting structured training leading to independent flying and Proflyer status; Proflyer packages for licensed skydivers and Flight School graduates; and various event services including corporate team events, children's birthday parties, and private sessions. Additional offerings include a VR Flight Simulator (Birdly) for those preferring virtual flying, Photo & Video services for capturing flight moments, a snack bar with catering options, and specialized inclusion services for visitors with disabilities. The company also offers gift vouchers and participates in ZVV regional transport passes for children's and senior discounts.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Indoor Skydiving Experience Primary wind tunnel flying experience where participants float on a vertical air stream at 180-280 km/h, simulating the freefall of a real skydive from 4,000 meters. Each flight lasts 60 seconds. Includes full equipment (suit, helmet, goggles), certified instructor briefing, and debriefing. Available to ages 5-99 with maximum weight 120 kg.
• Gift Vouchers Personalized flight experience gift vouchers available in various denominations (2-10 flights) for individuals or groups. Valid for 24 months from purchase date. Can be redeemed through the Windwerk booking website.
• Flight School Four-level training program teaching controlled flying in the prone position, following the instructor, back flying, and independent flying. Each level includes 15 flights (15 minutes flight time), video recordings, flight logbook, and leads to Proflyer status upon completion. Level 1 starts at CHF 400; all four levels bundle for CHF 999.
• Proflyer Packages Flight time packages for licensed skydivers or Flight School graduates. Available in peak and off-peak variants with or without coaching, including bulk pricing options (5+ hours) and a Welcome Package for first-time Proflyers. Off-peak from CHF 245-840/hour, peak from CHF 940-1,090/hour.
• Corporate and Team Events Private event bookings for companies including exclusive wind tunnel access, meeting rooms, aperitifs, and optional VR simulator experiences. Minimum 60 minutes flight time for after-hours events. Ground floor and first floor spaces available for meetings.
• Children's Birthday Parties Specialized party packages for children including flights, optional cakes, syrup, photo/video recordings, and decorations. Maximum 10 children per party. Available for children aged 5-14.
• Photo and Video Service Professional photo and video recordings of flight sessions available for purchase. Individual sessions: CHF 19; group sessions (3+ people): CHF 49. Files available for download for 20 days after recording.
• VR Flight Simulator (Birdly) Virtual reality flying simulator experience using Birdly technology, ideal for those unable or unwilling to fly in the wind tunnel, or for entertainment between flight sessions.
• Windbreak Snack Bar On-site food and beverage service offering hot and cold drinks, snacks, and catering options including various aperitif packages (CHF 19.90-39.90 per person) for events.
• Inclusion Services Barrier-free indoor skydiving experiences for people with physical or other disabilities, including wheelchair users. Specialized support and off-peak scheduling to ensure optimal assistance.

Quantifiable outcome

• 60 seconds of freefall per flight (equivalent to 4,000m parachute jump)
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration9 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• ZVV (Züricher Verkehrsverbund)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership with Zürich public transport authority to offer ZVV FerienPass (for children 6-16) and ZVV ActionPass (for over-60s) special flight packages. Provides access to ZVV's large customer base of public transport users in the Zürich metropolitan area.
• GeschenkideeminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner voucher platform where customers can purchase Windwerk flight experience vouchers. Vouchers can be redeemed through Windwerk's booking website using partner voucher redemption tab.
• GeschenkparadiesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSwiss gift voucher platform partner for Windwerk experience sales. Vouchers redeemed through dedicated partner tab on booking website.
• SwissraftminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner voucher platform for Windwerk flight experiences in Switzerland. Redemption handled through partner voucher tab on booking website.
• Jumi (Windwerk-Jumi Collaboration)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerCatering partnership offering Windwerk-Jumi branded food options including Raclette Flight and Flying Chäs for events and celebrations at the facility.
• Challenge Camps AssociationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNon-profit partnership dedicated to inclusion, providing indoor skydiving experiences for people with disabilities and special needs. Aligns with Windwerk's motto 'Everyone can fly' and commitment to accessibility.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Regional players

• Gravity Indoor Skydiving: European indoor skydiving center offering tunnel flights, training, and group events. Directly comparable product and customer experience, but in a different geographic market.
• Bodyflight: Scandinavian indoor skydiving operator with wind tunnel, training programs, and event offerings. Comparable as a European regional tunnel operator serving a similar demographic but in a different geography.
• FlyStation Prague: Indoor skydiving facility in Czech Republic with vertical wind tunnel, flight school, and recreational experiences. Same product category and target market segment, but in a different European geography.
• Skydive Zurich: Swiss skydiving company providing tandem skydiving experiences and AFF training. Comparable customer base in Switzerland but different delivery model (aircraft skydiving versus wind tunnel indoor simulation).

Emerging players

• Skydive Switzerland (Skydive Gruyère): Swiss skydiving operator offering outdoor tandem jumps and training. Adjacent product (skydiving experiences in Switzerland) but uses aircraft-based freefall rather than a wind tunnel; targets a partially overlapping thrill-seeking demographic.

Broad incumbents

• iFLY Indoor Skydiving: Largest global indoor skydiving chain with dozens of vertical wind tunnel locations worldwide. Operates the same core product (recreational indoor skydiving experiences and training) and represents the most likely competitive threat to Windwerk's regional monopoly if it enters Switzerland.

Direct peers

• Jochen Schweizer Arena: German indoor skydiving and adventure venue offering wind tunnel flights plus adjacent experiences. Comparable business model with gift voucher retail, corporate events, and group packages.
• Indoor Skydiving Bottrop: European indoor skydiving facility operating a vertical wind tunnel with similar flight packages, training programs, and event offerings. Closest analog in terms of scale, product mix, and target customers.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCjcnMbBmLTDaCmrWnxO6jDg
• Facebookfacebook.com/windwerk
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/windwerk
• Instagraminstagram.com/windwerk_indoorskydiving
• TikToktiktok.com/@windwerk_indoorskydiving
• Xx.com/Windwerk_Winti

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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