I don't know Colin. Some members of the community that I respect not only vouch for him but seem to think he is a pretty good guy and that is good enough for me. But, I do lose just a little respect for some of these guys that once their playing days are over, or have dwindled, go around running these "bootcamp" type deals teaching and training new players. For one, selfishly, as an active player, I am not fond of recruiting new players. Someone that develops an interest...fine. I will help as much as I can, but I don't think we need to go out and "recruit".
Also, there is just no need for a new player to lay out money for personalized lessons. Card counting isn't brain surgery. I am living proof, you don't have to be all that smart to learn and understand card counting. Everything you need is readily available online. The hard part of successful card counting is learning to control emotions and deal with the swings that are a part of the game, no matter what some players claim, and understanding that you need to be properly financed and just what that means.
Luckily for the second issue, we have Norm's top notch software that makes it easy for us. THAT is the investment a new player should make. Besides that it answers most questions, you will learn so much just playing around with it. And as for the first issue, learning to deal with swings and emotions, that is the real benefit of these kinds of forums. You can learn from others who have gone through such experiences before you and or others that are currently going through different experiences.
Just my opinion but I just see no need to lay out extra expenses for a boot camp type deal or even personal "tutoring".
(sorry to call you and old dog).