Difference between a good instruction and a bad instruction

[blackvans1234]

You should remind her that she is not a certified diver, and only a student. Just like a 16 year old learning to drive a car :shocked2:


When I did my class, I had a good sense of humor about it. We were like a bunch of awkward turtles

 

[RonFrank]

You get what you put into to it to a large degree. Also don't expect 60 hours of instruction if you only pay for a 30 hour class. You mothers class is a slam dunk compared to the college class they offer that takes a semester to complete. I'm very sure one could make a strong argument for NOT completing certification after 5 classes.

Not everyone wants or needs 5 days of class/pool before doing checkout dives. Most OW divers either become very good divers over time, or they stop diving and sell their equipment. A lot of folks fall into the later category.

I think the majority of people want a quick class. Our LDS had free time with the instructors after each class, and most people.....left. They did not attend the open water free pool night either.

I'd be curious to know how many folks are still diving that I certified with long ago....I bet not many.

 

[Pullmyfinger]

I recall reading here that the majority of divers don't continue past 3 years. A member posted in a previous thread the industry numbers, it was pretty interesting. Probably similar to other sports/outdoor pursuits.

-Mitch