I note that you requested not to be flamed.
Surely by putting that statement in your OP would suggest that you are not happy with doing it.
From a professional point of view, don't do it. You are not an instructor.
From an insurance point of view, don't do it. You are not an instructor.
From a parent's point of view, don't do it. You are not an instructor.
As mentioned, there are options for 8 year olds to receive instruction, Seal Team, Bubblemaker, Try-Dive etc.
Your young one may have the will, ability and maturity to handle it, but how would you feel if something does go wrong?
Surely by putting that statement in your OP would suggest that you are not happy with doing it.
From a professional point of view, don't do it. You are not an instructor.
From an insurance point of view, don't do it. You are not an instructor.
From a parent's point of view, don't do it. You are not an instructor.
As mentioned, there are options for 8 year olds to receive instruction, Seal Team, Bubblemaker, Try-Dive etc.
Your young one may have the will, ability and maturity to handle it, but how would you feel if something does go wrong?