I came out of revision hibernation/seclusion last night for a much needed kickboxing class — stress release, ya know. So, I show up for my first class in a week, put my water and sweatshirt on the shelf in the back, start strapping on my hand weights, turn around and…two new chicks are standing in my spot.
I’ve been going to this class for over a year. At first I bopped around several different spots. Back row — I can’t see the instructor good enough. Front row — I’m too uncoordinated to stand on the front row. Second row, right of the instructor — I’m right handed so it’s awkward to be looking to my left. Second row, left of the instructor — in the classic words of Goldilocks — “Aw, this one’s just right.” My two friends stand in front of me, one buddy has the spot to my right, and another friend is behind me to my right. I have a nice clear view of the instructor to my right. It works for me — quite nicely I might add. Except when two newbies plant themselves there.:cursing:
I couldn’t think of any non-surly way to go up and say, “Hey, heft your butts elsewhere, that’s my spot.” And of course, everyone else in the class has their own spot as well. Only place left for me to go was front row, left of the instructor. 
I was not happy.:bat:
If they’re there on Thursday night, I’m going to have to address it. I’m thinking a big “X” on the mat and some simple lettering — JEN’S SPOT — might take care of it.:mrgreen::fryingpan:
Stake out your spot first, then go put your stuff away.
I know, though, it’s hard to find a way to say, “Hey, you’re in my spot,” without sounding like either a child or a bitch.
Comment by Kimberly — January 24, 2007 @ 9:14 am
I just hate when my spot gets taken. I like Kimberly’s suggestion — stake out early and look kinda tough with the new chicks come into the room.
Kickboxing? How’d you get into kickboxing?
Comment by Marilyn — January 24, 2007 @ 9:35 am
Kimberly, you’re brilliant! I’ll drop my hand weights in my spot on the way into class. :cooldance:
This is my second round, Marilyn. I took about 6 years ago and then just sort of quit. Decided to go back when I needed some variation on walking/running workout. I’m pretty addicted now.And it’s convenient because it’s right across the street from my subdivision. Convenience counts for a lot. :mrgreen:
Comment by Jen — January 24, 2007 @ 11:20 am
>>>Kimberly, you’re brilliant!
Oh, my. I like coming by here…(preens)
:thankyou:
Comment by Kimberly — January 24, 2007 @ 12:11 pm
Kick their asses if they don’t move. I’d drive 5 hours to see that. :-)
Comment by Rhonda — January 24, 2007 @ 3:32 pm
Rhonda, Thursday, 6:30 p.m. EST :devil:
Comment by Jennifer — January 25, 2007 @ 5:55 am