Finished Divemaster, Did I just Make a Mistake?

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If you have no need for a DM for your class size and they want to tag along, fine. If you're using them to increase your ratio, I don't care if they're still wet behind the ears from their DM check out dive, pay them.
8:1 is instruction in name only as it is. It means the 0-2 naturals in the class already got it, 2-3 worst students will get just enough instructors attention not to die, and the rest are left to sink or swim. Might still beat them getting a set of second-hand gear and figuring it out on their own in the shallows, but not by much.
 
Now that the thread has calmed down a bit, I want to thank everyone for voicing their opinions, concerns, and suggestions. I understand now that this needs to be approached as a hobby, instead of a stream of income considering the factors with regards to my specific dive shop. I appreciate the candid assessment, and this conversation has been more than helpful. Happy diving everyone.
 

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