Everyone here has listed very good points and ideas. I would like to add to one already mentioned in regards to needing materials for class. If the class requires purchasing a book, guide and/or special tool of some sort, please consider the price of that item(s). A lot of students, especially new ones, may not know if this particular quilting technique/project is the thing for them and may be hesitant to invest in the materials. Others may just simply be on a tight budget. One of my quilting teachers polled the students in a class I was taking about a possible upcoming class project which required purchasing a book that was close to $25. Although we were interested in making the project, we did not want to invest in the book. Apparently the author would not permit the reproduction of the instructions from the book. It was disappointing but we all moved onto something else. Sorry if my reply is lengthy, but bottom line is all of us come from different financial situations which perhaps may limit participation in a class. Best of luck to you!