to , for example , tech dive in a four day class . What we can do is give you the knowledge and skills to be safe , and give you a path to practice . In other words , in our classes we provide you with the tools needed to be successful , and we expect you to perfect your skills after the class . You will complete your class and be safe at your new depths or your new environments , but your training continues long after your class ends . It ’ s much like martial arts ... the acquisition of a black belt is really a license to start to learn .
CHALLENGING BY NOT IMPOSSIBLE .
Much like training for a race , we ’ ll give you tools and a protocol to be successful , and this starts long before you see your instructor or instructor-trainer . Through the online course materials , conversations with your instructor or IT , and conversations with other students , you will start to get involved in the class , start to think like a student , and start to understand what you don ’ t know that you don ’ t know .
Then you meet your instructor and go to work . If you follow the path , you will be successful . If there are blocks to the path , we will help you get past them . The biggest block is ego . If you leave your ego and your preconceived ideas of your own skills at the door , then your path to success will be fun and easy .
And embrace the idea that no matter where you are , there is always more to learn ; often you will learn things you had no idea you didn ’ t know . That ’ s the beauty of ego-free training . You make yourself successful .
DISCERNING BUT NOT EXCLUSIVE .
UTD is not for everyone . We are looking for instructors and students who are seeking a community , who are ready to push themselves and their students to new levels ... students and instructors who embrace the highest of standards .
We don ’ t care where you came from , we only care where you are going . If your path and goals fit with our philosophy , then join us . Become the best student , the best instructor . Once you step into the UTD system , we will give you everything we have to help you achieve your goals . Our goal is your success .
YOU TAKE YOURSELF THERE .
A few years ago I was in Peru about to start a hike through the Salkanty pass at 15,00 feet / 4500m . Someone asked the guide if he was ready to take us up the mountain . This wise guide said , “ I ’ m not going to take you . I ’ m going to accompany you while you take yourself .”
If you are ready to be challenged , give us a call . We will accompany you on your path to success . Jeff jeff @ unifiedteamdiving . com