Hanyu Soaring Club (HSC) is an incorporated non-profit organization (NPO) that was established for the purpose of helping regional development through operations of gliders (sailplanes).

Each member can acquire an appropriate sense of values and cooperativeness as an adult member of society through flight activities and communication with other members.

Members of HSC are not "customers" of the club but constituents of the NPO. Also, the membership fee is not a compensation for the service provided by the club, but all members equally bear the operating cost for maintaining the club.

To create a flight environment by working together as a team and enjoy a flight, that is a wonderful position to be in as a member of HSC.

HSC provides equality of membership to all, irrespective of age, educational background, occupation, job title, flight experience, and wealth.

All members can be assigned a role on mowing grass on the runway, cleaning of the park, or other on-ground activities in addition to flight activities. Of course, we take into consideration personal reasons such as family or work status, health and physical conditions so that difficult activities are not forced.

A private pilot license is required to fly a glider (sailplane).

While HSC is not a "flight school" specific to getting a pilot license, members who make efforts to obtain a license can receive a high-level training and necessary support.

Beginners will start flying with an authorized flight inistructor who teaches enjoyment of flying.

It is not impossible for absolute beginners with no flight experience to obtain a pilot license within a few years depending on their efforts.

On the other hand, experienced pilots can receive lectures and training about higher level soaring technique and risk management.