Originally Posted by
low'n'fast
Sounds like you are flying at the wrong club! I have flown many friends and family with no Instructor rating. Just needed a check flight to get it signed off. Easy, just part of the club rules.
Some smaller clubs seem to have these rules to make sure they get new Basic Instructors coming through.
Ditto, at my club you need to demonstrate safety/competence but don't need an instructor rating. I think at some clubs you'll find they do mandate 'instructor only' rules simply to avoid confrontation with some individuals whose opinions of their capability is greater than their actual ability.