[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]

Originally Posted by 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.

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.

[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]

Originally Posted by graciegirl

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!

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

[shcisamax]

Originally Posted by DebiR

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

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

[Polar Bear]

Originally Posted by 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

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]

Originally Posted by 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.

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