Going to space is certainly not an easy task and no matter how it’s done, it must require some form of training. While NASA astronauts train for upwards of two years, they also must have a full understanding of the ships, the space station, and every aspect of being in orbit. This isn't necessary for our customers, as all they have to do is sit back and relax! However, there still are some training procedures our customers must complete before launching into space.

Our training facilities are top of the line, containing similar machines as in NASA's training locations. One of our state-of-the-art training facilities, similar to NASA's Space Vehicle Mock-up Facility, is used to practice navigating different parts of the station and the Dragon capsule. It is a one to one replica of the Meeples I, complete with board games galore! NASA's high-tech KC-135 plane gives our customers 20-25 seconds of practice in zero gravity, preparing them for the weightlessness of space. We also have access to a large swimming pool, similar to NASA's Neutral Buoyancy Laboratory, for this same purpose. The pool is equipped with models of all safety equipment in the Dragon capsule as well as a mockup of Meeples I to run emergency drills.

In addition to all of these physical machines and mock ups, we have numerous simulations that prepare our customers for their flights into space. Our emergency response simulations show how passengers must act in case of an emergency. Mission simulators display some of the experiences that they may have on the flight. They also must get used to their spacesuit, which is worn for the ascent and descent.

We also mandate health and wellness screenings to help to make sure that you are physically fit to venture into space. Our customers should be able to pick up at least 30 pounds, as well as to be able to roughly gauge distances in meters. They also need to be nimble enough to navigate in zero gravity, as well as to be able to control themselves on the voyage.