Learn to Capture
Pro-Level Drone Footage
Hands-on flight training for individuals and groups
2,700+ CLASSES TAUGHT IN 40+ CITIES
training is TAILORED TO YOUR SKILL LEVEL AND GOALS
WHAT YOU’LL DO IN YOUR PHOTO & VIDEO CLASS:
- Team up with a knowledgeable, friendly instructor at a convenient outdoor spot — like a park or athletic field
- Fly a top-rated drone provided for you, or bring your own to get personalized guidance
- Spend most of your time in the air with hands-on practice — learning about composition, camera angles and cinematic motion
- Explore the DJI Fly app and learn how to use camera settings like ISO, shutter speed and aperture
- Unlock the power of Intelligent Flight Modes to fly smoother, smarter, and with less stress
- Get access to our Aerial Photo & Video online course with additional exercises and pro-level editing workflows – using Snapseed, Photopea, Adobe Lightroom, DJI LightCut, and Premiere Pro
Questions? Email training@uavcoach.com or call us at (888) 626-1490.
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Does your team need hands-on drone training?
We work with companies and organizations
An engineering team of four from Amgen needed to survey vertical structures. We set up a custom drone training with one of our Los Angeles instructors.
Southeastern Building Corporation wanted to use drones to capture aerial images of their residential and commercial construction projects. Our Nashville drone instructor trained two of their employees.
The Rutherford County GIS Department needed to survey land and infrastructure for things like development projects and flood zones. Our Nashville instructor trained three of their team members.
Fort Valley State University wanted to train 10 graduate students in their Engineering Technology Department to conduct research projects with their DJI Phantom. We built a half-day custom training with two instructors and two drones.
Drone Flight Training
At a Glance
Training Sessions from 2-3 Hrs
Designed for individuals and small groups. You’ll spend most of your time flying, practicing cinematic maneuvers and camera control.
FAA-Certified Part 107 Pilots
Our instructors are professional, experienced and friendly. All are FAA-certified as Remote Pilots with commercial experience — plus a passion for photography and video.
Cinematic
Flight Skills
Learn how to get smooth, professional-looking footage using intelligent flight modes and real-world techniques.
DJI Equipment & Software
We use popular DJI models to teach you the ins and outs of both the drone hardware and the flight software — transferable knowledge if you're already flying or plan to fly a DJI system.
Camera Settings & Apps
Understand ISO, shutter speed, aperture, ND filters, and how to get the most out of the DJI Fly app.
Realtime
Feedback
Your instructor will guide you during flight to fine-tune framing, composition, motion, and more.
Frequently Asked
Questions
Flight Skills Great for beginners. Learn safe, professional drone flying—covering pre-flight checklists, in-air emergencies, and core flight skills to build confidence.
Photo & Video: Great for those with basic flight skills. Learn how to capture high-quality drone shots, from camera settings and ND filters to cinematic movements.
Yes — we’re happy to chat with your group about training options. Email training@uavcoach.com or call us at (888) 626-1490
Our coaches train with DJI equipment — you’ll be flying either a DJI Mavic, DJI Phantom, or DJI Inspire model. If you have questions about the best professional drone models, we’re happy to help.
Yes — many of our students prefer to fly with their own equipment. We’ll ask you to make sure that your firmware is up-to-date, to fully charge your transmitter, phone/tablet and to bring extra batteries. We’ll also ask that you’ve registered your drone through the FAADroneZone portal.
No — our instructors are certified and insured under our company policy, so you don’t have to be. If you’re interested in becoming a certified drone pilot, check out our FAA certification guide. We’d love to help you study!
We won’t make you fly in the rain! We’ll work with you and your local flight instructor to reschedule.
Yes — we hold an insurance policy that covers up to $1 million in liability during the course of your training class. If you bring your own drone to the training, while we would not insure any damage to the drone itself, our liability policy still covers you.
Yes! A shared experience with a friend, colleague, or family member is a great way to learn together and have fun. Our instructors will tailor the experience for your group. You can purchase a group session of 2 people for $485 for 2.5 hours (save $97 per person!) or a group session of 3 people for $575 for 3 hours (save $130 per person!)
This class is designed for pilots who are comfortable with the basics and want to improve their camera work. Whether you’re shooting real estate, social media content, or scenic b-roll, this training helps you fly with purpose and capture footage that looks polished and professional.
Your flight training is 100% refundable if you cancel at least 3 days before your training date.
No — this is a hands-on drone flight class. If you want to get FAA-certified, check out our industry-leading Part 107 online test prep and training course.
Questions? Email training@uavcoach.com or call us at (888) 626-9052
Questions? Email training@uavcoach.com or call us at (888) 626-9052
