Did you ever want to fly through the air as a child, like your favorite superhero? If so, Skydive Greene County is the place to go.

The company situated in nearby Xenia is the oldest skydiving center in the Midwest, and offers experiences for the young and young at heart.

Located off of state Route 35, Skydive Greene County offers training and dives for all ability levels and a gradual program for those seeking USPAA licensure.

The company even offers a discounted price for college students with a student ID. For $190 you can have the experience of a lifetime soaring from 13,500 feet above land. As their Web site, http://www.skydiveohio.com, states 'Dare to play where others only dream!'

There are a few basics that everyone should know before planning their first trip to ensure that they will have an amazing experience.

There is a weight limit of 240 pounds for tandem dives for safety purposes, you must have a valid state issued identification card that shows that you are 18 years of age or older, and you are required to fill out a medical history form to ensure that you are ready and able to fly. The instructor will have the final say on whether you can skydive.

All first dives must be tandem, which means that you will be attached to an instructor for the entire dive. The suggested apparel is jeans and gym shoes; the instructors will allow shorts when it is warm. If you plan to skydive on a weekday, there must be three divers to fly in the Turbine Aircraft that takes you up to the max altitude of 13,500 feet.

So you are ready to dive but don't know what to expect, how to make an appointment, or if you can afford this thrilling experience? Well, here is what you need to know.

According to Skydive Greene County's Web site, http://www.skydiveohio.com, you should expect to spend half a day in training, which includes an instructor-led presentation and a training video.

During the actual dive you will spend 45 to 60 seconds in free-fall and 5 to 10 minutes under canopy before you land back at the drop zone.

If you would like to set up an appointment you need to call Skydive Greene County at (937) 372-0700 at least a few days in advance. They will accept appointments as far as two weeks in advance and do not require a down payment.

The price of $190 includes training, the plane ride, equipment, and your own logbook. The company also offers DVDs, VHS tapes, and still-shots for an additional charge. They accept Visa, MasterCard, checks, cash, and gift certificates.

If you are looking for the thrill of a lifetime, then join Skydive Greene County in nearby Xenia and learn to fly!