hankwood 0 #1 December 7, 2010 kind of curious, I'm doing my first 7 aff jump( 2 down) and I'm wondering if tipping is common. saw someone else do it but I figured that they were getting paid to have fun at work(wish I could do that) . getting kind of a vibe and I haven't kneed anyone in mid-air or anything so I am wondering if that is it. these jumps ain't breaking the bank but they ain't cheap either any thoughts? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bertt 0 #2 December 7, 2010 Tipping is appreciated but not required at places I've been. You could save that tip money and buy more and better beer when you graduate AFF. That would be appreciated. Good luck as you progress toward a license.You don't have to outrun the bear. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SRI85 0 #3 December 7, 2010 id say tipping is for tandem students, not aff Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stratostar 5 #4 December 7, 2010 I've had a few AFF students tip once in a blue moon, it was always a real surprise. If your feeling up to it because you feel the instructor(s) deserve it, cool then by all means tip them. If your thinking it's kind of expected and yet your not really feeling it's earned as much as it's just expected, then just show up with some good beers and maybe order pizza to share once the sun sets and hang out and make friends.... Chances are that "vibe" will go away or turn into a happy dz vibe of your "home" dz with your new friends.you can't pay for kids schoolin' with love of skydiving! ~ Airtwardo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
humbled1 0 #5 December 7, 2010 Personally I tipped my instructors quite a bit thru all of AFF. I did it for a few reasons; 1. I understand the value of a professional's time. (they don't get paid "alot") 2. I knew this would be my home dz and I wanted to thank them for their effort. 3. I had the extra money. 4. I had a huge crush on Lelo! "Tell ya the truth, I don't think this is a brains kind of operation." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LongWayToFall 0 #6 December 7, 2010 Bring a shit ton of good beer when you get off aff. For awhile after making a new dz my home dz, i always brought so much booze that people would always have a comment haha. Helps find people to drink with at the end of the day too, if you funnel a jump you can always erase it from their memory. Tips are nice, but you can always offer to buy the person some lunch, or help them work on their car, or something like that. Usually these things stick out in people's mind much more than a $20 bill at the end of the day. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fcajump 164 #7 December 7, 2010 I used to tip my rigger all the time, but don't think he usually got tips. I don't see tipping to be that common, but it would be nice. More common to this community you've joined is to hang out after the day is over and buy some beer/soda/pizza/etc... with your new friends. Welcome!! JW (diet coke w/ Deep Dish Pepperoni and Anchovy!!)Always remember that some clouds are harder than others... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rehmwa 2 #8 December 7, 2010 QuoteTipping is appreciated but not required at places I've been. tipping, by definition, is never "required" ... Driving is a one dimensional activity - a monkey can do it - being proud of your driving abilities is like being proud of being able to put on pants Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 7 #9 December 7, 2010 Quote Quote Tipping is appreciated but not required at places I've been. tipping, by definition, is never "required" Cows like it! ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andrewwhyte 1 #10 December 7, 2010 I have received a few tips from AFF students over the years, but it is the exception rather than the rule. Always it was from those who could afford it (above average incomes). As others have said, bring beer. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fcajump 164 #11 December 7, 2010 Quote Quote Tipping is appreciated but not required at places I've been. tipping, by definition, is never "required" "Unless your party has 8 or more people, in which case a 18% gratuity will automatically be added to your bill." (bottom of many restaurant menus) I guess, they assume that if you brought 7 friends, you already know the service will be that good.... JWAlways remember that some clouds are harder than others... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Abedy 0 #12 December 9, 2010 Quote id say tipping is for tandem students, not aff May I print out this one on a laaarge poster and stick it to the wall next to the tandem student instructional area here? To be more serious: Tips even for tandem instructors are very uncommon here in Germany. Got a CD (of the guy's band) and a small bottle of champagne so far, never coins or even notes. But their sheer joy is reward enough... apart from the money the DZO uses to make me fall out of a perfectly good plane with another person attached to me The sky is not the limit. The ground is. The Society of Skydiving Ducks Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KerLaw 0 #13 December 10, 2010 I'd not really ever thought of tipping when it came to skydiving.... But apon my getting my solo... I did bring LOTS of Half-Way to 'A' and lovin' them blue skies... and women with pretty blue eyes... & ... "EH?" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
krisco 0 #14 December 10, 2010 Tipping = Beer Once you're finished your AFF jumps you will be "encouraged" to bring beer! Spend your money on gear, beer and jumps!Skydivers are nothing but a bunch of Narcissistic A$$holes!! Front risers were made for pulling! Pal MuFF#5640 D.S. # 2012 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MomDaBomb 0 #15 December 12, 2010 I always tip. Not because I feel like I have to but because I want to. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kkeenan 14 #16 December 13, 2010 I've heard that un-tipped instructors will spit on your ripcord handle when you're not looking... _____________________________________ Dude, you are so awesome... Can I be on your ash jump ? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Remster 30 #17 December 13, 2010 Quote I've heard that un-tipped instructors will spit on your ripcord handle when you're not looking... That's OK.... No need to touch it, the RSL/Skyhook/AAD will take care of it... Remster Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mjosparky 4 #18 December 13, 2010 Quote Quote I've heard that un-tipped instructors will spit on your ripcord handle when you're not looking... That's OK.... No need to touch it, the RSL/Skyhook/AAD will take care of it... +1 SparkyMy idea of a fair fight is clubbing baby seals Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
liftedtitan 0 #19 December 13, 2010 Quote Quote I've heard that un-tipped instructors will spit on your ripcord handle when you're not looking... That's OK.... No need to touch it, the RSL/Skyhook/AAD will take care of it... how will the RSL or skyhook work with no main out?Moriuntur omnes, sed non omnes vixerunt. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
theonlyski 6 #20 December 14, 2010 Quote Quote Quote I've heard that un-tipped instructors will spit on your ripcord handle when you're not looking... That's OK.... No need to touch it, the RSL/Skyhook/AAD will take care of it... how will the RSL or skyhook work with no main out? He did say AAD can handle it "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
Remster 30 #21 December 14, 2010 Quote Quote Quote Quote I've heard that un-tipped instructors will spit on your ripcord handle when you're not looking... That's OK.... No need to touch it, the RSL/Skyhook/AAD will take care of it... how will the RSL or skyhook work with no main out? He did say AAD can handle it Yes. I would not recommend anything that was unsafe. Remster Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
