quesera 0 #1 July 21, 2010 I'm working on my license right now, and tipping instructors really doesn't seem part of the "culture" at my DZ, so I never did. It seems odd though, because they definitely don't get paid enough, and they're doing a pretty significant thing. Do you guys think it would be appropriate to send the staff some kind of communal gift? I should have my license this month, and was trying to think of a "thank you" thing to send. What do you think would be appropriate? Do other DZs have tipping? I hope I'm not committing some huge faux pas.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
monkycndo 0 #2 July 21, 2010 Bring a case of cold beer and set it in front of your instructors. Pop one and start asking questions. Everyone wins.50 donations so far. Give it a try. You know you want to spank it Jump an Infinity Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
theonlyski 8 #3 July 21, 2010 Quote I'm working on my license right now, and tipping instructors really doesn't seem part of the "culture" at my DZ, so I never did. It seems odd though, because they definitely don't get paid enough, and they're doing a pretty significant thing. Do you guys think it would be appropriate to send the staff some kind of communal gift? I should have my license this month, and was trying to think of a "thank you" thing to send. What do you think would be appropriate? Do other DZs have tipping? I hope I'm not committing some huge faux pas.... Tipping is fine, or you could use that money, go buy some beer for after the last load goes up, and get to know the guys at the DZ better. (Walk around and offer beer to anyone that wants one) You'll have friends pretty quickly!"I may be a dirty pirate hooker...but I'm not about to go stand on the corner." iluvtofly DPH -7, TDS 578, Muff 5153, SCR 14890 I'm an asshole, and I approve this message Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
burtonjm 0 #4 July 21, 2010 BEER This shit, right here, is OK Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
grimmie 186 #5 July 21, 2010 Beer and pizza delivered to the staff after a hot summer Sunday of jumping, they will be pleased. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
base283 0 #6 July 21, 2010 Is that anything like "cow tipping"? Take care, space Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
virgin-burner 1 #7 July 21, 2010 Quote Is that anything like "cow tipping"? Take care, space you'll end up making the OP go around late afterhours and push drunk instructors! “Some may never live, but the crazy never die.” -Hunter S. Thompson "No. Try not. Do... or do not. There is no try." -Yoda Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fendor1369 0 #8 July 21, 2010 Beer... skydivers currency. Don’t forget, riggers like beer to.John - D.S 1313 "I'll jump it, Np. It's all good" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #9 July 21, 2010 For a "student" that does one tandem and never comes back, leaving much of the work to the Tandem Instructor and video guy to show a good time, a tip is nice. For a student that is working towards a license, I would rather see that money spent on worth while things like beer for the end of the day. Or if you really feel bad, get some gatorade for your instructor during the day. The best tip I've received so far is a former student of mine becoming a very good RW flier, having completed some bigways and other neat jumps. The other best tip I've received are former students becoming instructors themselves and passing on our passion for skydiving! The absolute biggest tip I've ever had is a former student of mine that I ask for guidance/coaching for skydiving, since they have well surpassed my skill set! That really makes me smile. --"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AndyMan 7 #10 July 21, 2010 When I do first jump tandem, being handed a nice tip afterward is a nice way of saying 'thanks'. Anything else though - an instructional tandem or AFF jump? To have the student hang around and share some beer is far more rewarding. Beer - the nectar of knowledge. _Am__ You put the fun in "funnel" - craichead. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
quesera 0 #11 July 21, 2010 Thanks everyone! Sounds like the consensus is beer I wasn't sure if it would be "professional" to bring alcohol, but I think I will pick up a case for after the last plane is grounded for the day. And yes, I definitely appreciate my packers too! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
virgin-burner 1 #12 July 21, 2010 bring it early morning, that should make for an interesting day! “Some may never live, but the crazy never die.” -Hunter S. Thompson "No. Try not. Do... or do not. There is no try." -Yoda Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LDiCosimo 0 #13 July 21, 2010 Quote bring it early morning, that should make for an interesting day! True, once people see beer in the fridge it brightens everyone's day! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jaffo 0 #14 July 22, 2010 When I was learning, in the hot summertime, I used to bring a whole cooler of cold waters to the DZ every weekend. It was not a beer, but just as good sometimes.Take chances, just do it with all the information to make good decisions!! Muff Brother# 2706 Dudeist Skydiver# 121.5 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
