Congrats Nathan....I'm going to do my Level VII this Sat. (fingers crossed).  I, too, have been wondering about what discipline to follow.  I think that everyone's advice, in terms of honing the basics, is pretty solid.  We'll probably have a much better idea after another 50 leaps or so.   Your DZ sounds awesome....and if you're ever out in Colorado, let me know and we'll get in a few jumps together.