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Old 04-24-2003 | 06:17 PM
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Ghostbear
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Interpretation:

I think most established flyers, and most of the people who don't "need" instruction are going to vote "heck no".

However, since you are getting some yes votes, that would indicate there is interest in this.

Will paid instruction replace club training nights, I doubt it. Its not even a good idea, some people can't or won't afford paying anything and no one wants to restrict them from joining the hobby. We certainly don't want to ENCOURAGE people to try flying a glow trainer on their own, at least not anywhere near me.

Might there be a substantial group that might pay for instruction? I think so. Probably not enough to open flying schools in every city across the country, but maybe enough for a club to earn some extra $$$$ providing them.

The key is that the instruction be worth the price. So things like reputation, providing equipment, etc. would be very important.

I still think that for a club to offer "private lessons" might be attractive to many people. I.e., those who can afford it, those who might be shy (I was), those who can't make particular nights, etc..