Many clubs are not great for beginners

[Villages PL]

It seems that, usually, people tend to join clubs for activities they are good at. Can't blame anyone for doing so, of course. Just be prepared for it. I have tried clubs that I thought would be fun, only to find everyone was way above my skill level.

That includes everything from baseball to philosophy. Be prepared to get creamed, or else be content to sit and observe.

[Gerald]

yes many clubs have people in it that have high skill levels. You will also find that when you ask these same people they will be happy to help you learn.

[graciegirl]

It seems that usually people tend to join clubs for activities they are good at. Can't blame anyone for doing so, of course. Just be prepared for it. I have tried clubs that I thought would be fun, only to find everyone was way above my skill level.

That includes everything from baseball to philosophy. Be prepared to get creamed, or else be content to sit and observe.


Now Villages PL....I don't want to hear that you joined "Eating in the Raw" and came to the first meeting in your birthday suit! ;)

However, in new activities, my mother always said it was better to be looked over than overlooked.:shrug:

[asianthree]

like the first day of school you just need to make new friends

[PattyPan1]

Come join our kazoo band. No skills are required. Lots of fun and laughs. We meet the second Wednesday of the month at Captiva Rec Center. 7-9. Kazoo;s are given out.

[DebiR]

New here, too... and I am finding people very helpful. I do walk in with an attitude of 'what can I learn today'... and must admit, I am not afraid to 'get creamed' as you say. Everyone started at the beginning, sometime, for sure! :O)

[Villages PL]

Now Villages PL....I don't want to hear that you joined "Eating in the Raw" and came to the first meeting in your birthday suit! ;)


:1rotfl: Good one! You should start a comedy club. Then I suppose, if I show up, I'll get creamed again. ;)

[shcisamax]

I do walk in with an attitude of 'what can I learn today'... and must admit, I am not afraid to 'get creamed' as you say. Everyone started at the beginning, sometime, for sure! :O)

Well said!!

[katerogers]

Hi,
I happen to teach 'Improv' classes - primarily for actors who are trying to improve their craft or those interested in performing in murder theater, but, usually I find that over half my students have absolutely no interest in theater. They have joined an improvisation class to improve - or to find - the social skills necessary to feel comfortable and to make friends in any environment. There is very little difference between public speaking - the #1 fear - and taking those first steps into a social setting, when you don't know anyone or you feel that you have nothing to offer -because you have no idea how to start a conversation or to keep one going. After all, you don't have a script.

Since I won't be moving to TV until September, I don't know if Improv classes are available there, but, I can almost guarantee that if you can find one you will discover the whole experience, of joining social groups and making friends, an enjoyable one

Katie

[billethkid]

if one wants to grow and improve you must be involved with those who are above ones current capability.
And in all my years I have never ever come across any organization that does not promte the advancing of junior or new members.

No sitting by and watching allowed:spoken::D

btk

[Dr Winston O Boogie jr]

I think that people start clubs about things that they do, are involved in and are good at. Other people with similar interests come along and join.
Although most clubs can be learning experiences many are not teaching experiences.
Go to the clubs that interest you and hang in there. Often you get better at an activity just by doing it with people that are better then you. I know that this holds true for golf, billiards and music. If you play any of those with people of a higher skill level you will find yourself being dragged up to their skill level. You might even surpass some of them.

[asianthree]

Eating in the raw:1rotfl:

[Polar Bear]

Hi,
I happen to teach 'Improv' classes - primarily for actors who are trying to improve their craft or those interested in performing in murder theater, but, usually I find that over half my students have absolutely no interest in theater. They have joined an improvisation class to improve - or to find - the social skills necessary to feel comfortable and to make friends in any environment. There is very little difference between public speaking - the #1 fear - and taking those first steps into a social setting, when you don't know anyone or you feel that you have nothing to offer -because you have no idea how to start a conversation or to keep one going. After all, you don't have a script.

Since I won't be moving to TV until September, I don't know if Improv classes are available there, but, I can almost guarantee that if you can find one you will discover the whole experience, of joining social groups and making friends, an enjoyable one

Katie

That really sounds fun...and very worthwhile. If there's not one (I'll be moving to TV soon), sounds like you just volunteered to start one!! LOL!! ;^)

[katerogers]

I agree, but, for some it's not that easy. Walking into a room full of strangers can be terrifying for some, so they don't even try.

[donb9006]

I agree, but, for some it's not that easy. Walking into a room full of strangers can be terrifying for some, so they don't even try.

Who's problem is that? If you're that shy... Just saying...

[katerogers]

Hi Bear,

I hadn't really considered starting up classes at TV. I guess, I assumed whoever has classes that are affiliated with the Community Theater there in TV have both Improv and Acting Classes, but, you're absolutely right...on it's own, it's a hoot and a half!

It really does help those who are just a little nervous about meeting new people or the few who are unable to even speak at any social gathering. But truly, the classes themselves are loads of fun, whether you're usually the bell of the ball or you prefer melding into the wallpaper.

Actually, the most difficult problem facing anyone teaching Improv is trying to keep the laughter from taking over completely and of course, the unfailing sexual innuendos that consistently infiltrate all the exercises and unscripted scenes.

If Improv is offered in TV you should give it a try, even if you don't want a job on 'Who's Line is it Anyway?" or even if you haven't secretly dreamed of doing a 'Stand-Up' routine, on open-mike night, at the local watering hole.

Katie

[CFrance]

[QUOTE=Villages PL;550950]:1rotfl: Good one! You should start a comedy club. Then I suppose, if I show up, I'll get creamed again. ;)[/QUOTE

No, but you might get roasted!:mmmm:

[chachacha]

why not start with one of the many state clubs....you don't need to have any special skill to be from Ohio, NY, California, etc....just walk in and someone will probably ask you where you are from and there you are, off on a conversation. it is a bit intimidating to walk in alone, but we all had to start somewhere. good luck!