ScubaSteve1962
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Do you tip for training? I took my OW with my lds, and checkout dives in Hawaii with additional training AOW and Nitrox.
Tipping during training
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For my OW certification, during training at lunch time I took the instructor out for lunch. After the certification dives, I gave the instructor and the DM each a bottle of my homemade wine and a bottle of my homemade Port. They both seemed to be very appreciative. After my AOW, I bought the instructor dinner that evening. A lot of thanks and a card sent to each thanking them.
I took the OW class portion and pool training here in CO. I did not feel the need to tip.
I did my 4 OW check out dives in Key Largo. I used a dive shop so I tipped the DM after day 2. He went out of his way to make the experience more than just skills checking.
I did my 4 OW check out dives in Key Largo. I used a dive shop so I tipped the DM after day 2. He went out of his way to make the experience more than just skills checking.
I always struggle with this one myself. Right or wrong, here's how I've approached it. If I'm taking a class from an instructor who isn't independent and/or doesn't own the shop I'm taking the class with, I'll tip the instructor (sometimes cash, sometimes a nice dinner or a piece of gear or some other gesture).
At the point where I'm taking a course with the shop owner or an independent instructor (especially at the tech levels where you're paying hundreds/day per person) I don't. I may still buy dinner or drinks, but I don't entertain the cash option there.
At the point where I'm taking a course with the shop owner or an independent instructor (especially at the tech levels where you're paying hundreds/day per person) I don't. I may still buy dinner or drinks, but I don't entertain the cash option there.
DeputyDan
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I gave my OW instructor and DM gift certificates to an Italian restaurant.
Nothing for the other classes.
Nothing for the other classes.
in the states, where many instructors have other jobs and mainly teach for the fun of it, gift certificates and bottles of wine/beer are very nice gestures. however in resort destinations, many instructors rely on gratuities to pay the bills. unfortunately most landlords, utility companies and phone service providers do not accept bottles of wine for payment 
feel free to pick up a round if you see your instructor out at the bar, but cash is still king.
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feel free to pick up a round if you see your instructor out at the bar, but cash is still king.
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