Pole Dance Classroom Etiquette

This is something I've been wanting to touch on for a while. To start I am not pointing any fingers at anyone, this is just something I've been wanting to share. I have to say that almost every class of mine has perfect students. But there are a few things to consider when taking a class. Know matter what type of class it is. Just because it's pole dancing, it should still receive the same amount of respect as any other class. First, when showing interest in a class contact the instructor if you are unable to attend. Other people could be waiting for your spot. Turn off your cell phones. Don't be obnoxious and disruptive. Be considerate of others at all times. Show up on time. Never show up 20 minutes late and expect to get in the class, it's disruptive, inconsiderate and can make other people uncomfortable. Not to mention it frazzles the instructor who's trying not to single you out when showing up late and trying to keep the flow of the class. Participate in the activity. If you don't feel like going to class don't go. My biggest pet peeve, refrain from bragging about other studios or lessons you may have taken in the past. For example "So and So calls that the blah blah spin" or "So and So does it this way and that's the right way". For one it's disrespectful and rude. Not just to the students that haven't taken "So and So's" class but to the instructor. There is no patent on names for any of the pole dancing moves out there. There is no legal or official structure of how a pole class should be taught. Pole dancing is free form art and will always be that way with individual instructors and individual styles. What I say is, try and challenge yourself to do something different. Something that's familiar and comfortable restricts us from growing. If you like the way someone teaches, stay with them because you may not be ready for the next challenge and that's ok. Keep an open mind. Whatever you do always be respectful because everyone can pick up on negative energy. Students come to class to shake off the day, destress and to feel connected. If your having a bad day maybe you shouldn't come to class. We all have bad day's but no reason to make everyone else have one. I've been teaching for several years now and I have had a few challenges as a teacher. I do the best that I can with the knowledge and skills I've gathered over the many years of my dancing and life experiences. I always try to accommodate and make everyone feel important. Please be kind to all sisters we come from all walks of life but share one thing in common, the desire to learn something new.