I find that the instructor style can be a great help. I recently went to a class where she helped us with any quilt that was in her book and spent time with each person. It was a nice class and we all did different things. In general, I find i get distracted in a class so I really think about whether i can learn something through a different method. I thought classes would get easier but they are so hard for me. I like being alone sewing or with a close friend.