> I have 7 other co-workers that want to get certified also, but some
> of them are telling me there are sometimes 2 for 1 specials at dive
> shops around town.
Oh, good, a genius.
We're so glad you're going to be joining our little group.
We need more people who want to learn how to scuba on the f.cking
budget plan.
Then you can all go down to the bargain basement, and pick up a reg or
two. After that, you can swing by the factory rejects outlet, and score
some nice, cheap parachutes.
Is everyone in your little tribe as bright as you are?
We need more leaders here, and raw brain horsepower is the main
requirement, with stone cold common sense running a close second.
Welcome, genius!

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mike gray - 18 Aug 2004 01:38 GMT
> € I have 7 other co-workers that want to get certified also, but some
> € of them are telling me there are sometimes 2 for 1 specials at dive
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> We need more people who want to learn how to scuba on the f.cking
> budget plan.
True. There's too many folks in this sport that think more money is more
macho.
First find a competant instructor.
Get your group to a firm commitment, then ask for a rate for the entire
group. You should get a deal, though not 2:1.