About Jake

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A note from Jake

“Hey, Jake here! Growing up in Tulsa, Oklahoma, I was always chasing adventure, whether it was cliff jumping at lakes or playing every sport I could fit into my schedule. When I discovered skydiving during college, it felt like everything clicked. What I love most about running a drop zone is seeing people step out of their comfort zones and do something they’ll remember forever. There’s nothing like that first jump feeling.”

Jake Strain is from a family of entrepreneurs in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where he developed a strong work ethic and love for outdoor adventures. After a promising start in collegiate sports, a football injury led him to shift gears and discover skydiving while studying entrepreneurship at Oklahoma State University. Starting as a packer at Oklahoma Skydiving Center in 2010, Jake has since amassed over 5,000 jumps and grown into a passionate leader in the skydiving community.

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Jake’s Ideal Day

  • Morning: Start the day with a few early bird jumps at the drop zone.
  • Afternoon: Spend time boating on a lake, alternating between wakeboarding and relaxing with friends.
  • Evening: Wrap it up spearfishing, scuba diving, and enjoying a well-earned beer at sunset.
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