[NSRCA-discussion] Stirring up the Masters 2009Sequencediscussionagain...

[twtaylor]

This is why they should have left Expert in the mix. I understand the
reasoning to drop a class and all that. There is a some what of a simple
solution that I'm sure will rankle a lot of feathers and that is to make FAI
an AMA class and a POINT INTO

 Class. Rename Masters to Expert and soften the sequence so going from
Advance to (Expert) to FAI so it has a good flow. Problem cured.

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Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Stirring up the Masters
2009Sequencediscussionagain...

 

Glen

I agree and also think the advanced schedule was softened to much to be a
stepping stone to masters. The present Advanced pattern was designed
accommodate the move from Intermediate to Advanced.

 

The current Advanced schedule will keep the interest up through Advanced but
may result in loosing pilots unless they are allowed to stay in Advanced,
which as it is now

Designed is a poor stepping stone to Masters.

 

A smoother transition upward almost seems like it would require another
class between Advanced and Masters

It seems like we have two types of contestants, all having a true interest
and dedication to the sport but one group lacks the basic tools to progress
up the ladder as it is now designed.

 

My observations indicate that this is one of the reasons we are loosing
members.

People who are competitive will compete as long as there is an attainable
goal when that goal becomes to big a step or they or forced to move to a
class that is above their ability or one that requires more time or
equipment than what is available they move on to something that will more
nearly suit their circumstances and still satisfy their desire to
participate and be competitive.

 

We have seen this many times in our own group when people move to FAI and
then move back to masters because of one of the above examples. 

 

Where do those who are located in a lower class go? 

My observation as I mentioned before is somewhere else.

 Perhaps it is time to think about this and design some options that will
maintain the interest of those who fall into that group and keep them from
moving on.  

Buddy 





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