What I think bottom line, after going through this whole thread. (Like my thinking matters)

1. I know this went off topic about the AMA, but it is a good discussion.

2. If clubs want to pay instructors, then let them pay them, but don't charge new members a hourly rate. New members usually have to pay a start up fee anyway, so use that money to pay instructors.

3. Clubs that do as stated in #2 should supply the trainer for instruction only.

4. Someone wanting to make a business out of instructing, this is fine too. Apparently after reading this, there is a group wanting this service. (supply and Demand).

5. Someone making a business out of instructing should be someone who can teach beginner, intermediate and advance training. (True experience and knowledge of all aspects of the hobby should be important, from figure eights to knife edging)

6. Some one making a business out of instructing should have there own field (and the AMA could insure this property with the individual)

7. As long as there are kind hearted people in the hobby, there will always be free help.