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Old 08-19-2023, 08:16 PM
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Originally Posted by Velvet View Post
If the instructor directs me to a spot, of course, I will try to do that. If some entitled “regular” attempts to guide me… they’re out of luck. THEY are the ones upsetting the Apple cart, and yes, this is my opinion.
I understand your frustration, been there many times myself when I want to attend a popular class or club.
But, I understand these classes and clubs are not public like a gym or the squares. They exist because of individuals who took the time, energy, and constant attendance needed to start them. I would not classify any of these people "entitled." They are just continuing and participating in something they created. What gives you (or anyone) the right to push them out?

Personally, I find most of them quite accommodating. They tell you their guidelines, offer you a spot if one is available, or go out of their way to tell you of another class with more openings. What more can they offer? Their spots to newcomers who did nothing to create and continue the class? I still am a believer that Kindness and entitlement works both ways.