woodcarver
Contributor
I know you mentioned something about the cost of pool time, so don't know if this is an option. Our LDS offers free use of the pool for life after certification. This includes using their tanks. While I've only taken advantage of this a few times due to the drive, it is handy to go test drive a new piece of gear or give myself a refresher before a trip. We do have to fit it in around the classes that are scheduled, so it's not just show up anytime and dive. Since they have a pool on site, the shops only cost is whatever air we use.