Marbella Businessman Skydives to Raise Bullying Awareness
Pancho Campo, a businessman from Marbella, has taken a daring leap from a height of eight kilometres to draw attention to the issue of bullying in Spanish schools and colleges. The thrilling skydive, which took place at the Dropzone Denmark facility in Herning, Denmark, was performed from an altitude of 25,000 feet.
Documentary to Highlight Fear and Stress Management
The entire process, from the preparation to the jump itself, was captured on video. The footage will be used to create a documentary focusing on managing fear and stress. The ultimate goal of the production is to increase awareness and put an end to bullying in educational institutions. Campo expressed satisfaction with the outcome of the jump, stating that it was a successful step towards saying no to bullying.
Bullying in Europe on the Rise
Recent data from the World Health Organization indicates an increase in bullying cases across Europe. The report reveals that one in six European teenagers experience bullying on social media. Campo aims to emphasize the need to safeguard the mental health of future generations, helping them confront their fears and manage anxiety and stress.
First Spanish Senior to Skydive in HALO Mode
Campo’s daring feat has made him the first Spaniard over the age of 60 to skydive in the High Altitude Low Opening (HALO) mode. This type of jump, typically a military specialty for infiltrating enemy lines, is considered highly dangerous due to the need for specialized oxygen equipment to prevent hypoxia.
Experienced Parachutist and Adventurer
Campo is no stranger to adventure. He is a certified parachutist by the American Parachuting Association and has completed around 250 parachute jumps. His adventurous spirit extends beyond skydiving, having climbed glaciers and embarked on expeditions in the Arctic, Africa, Iceland, Greenland, and the Caribbean.
From Tennis Player to Anti-Bullying Advocate
Campo’s diverse career includes professional tennis playing, coaching, and directing Nick Bollettieri’s tennis academy in Europe. He also served as the captain of the Chilean Olympic tennis team in Barcelona in 1992. Currently, he organizes informative events at The American College in Spain, the first American high school and university in Andalucía. Here, he developed a training program called Smile (Stress, Motivation, Inspiration, Leadership, and Energy), aimed at helping individuals cope with challenging bullying situations.
