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PS - How about that scandal episode last night? #OMG
last night episode was SOO GOOD! cant wait for next Thurs.
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PS - How about that scandal episode last night? #OMG
Thank you!!!! I was so over the drama of other threads I didn't want to be the one to call this out. I knew someone would come through! Why the petition and why the website promoting yourself?I am confused though. I read the petition, but I don't understand what you want. Usually a petition is to try to get support for a specific course of action. Is this petition just asking for validation that you're right? (for those of you who didn't click it, it's just the first post of this thread, word for word)
I'm not sure how I feel about this. I was OK with the post until I saw that on her petition she is now asking for money. (to join some gym that says she will be "allowed" to join. Huh? Allowed? You're allowed to join any gym you want aren't you? Why do you need permission to join? And why do they want $1600 upfront?)
I'm less convinced on this than I was. Although I have no doubt that this gym or error is shady as all get out... I just think there's more to this story. I've never had to ask a gym to take my kids - even mid season. They're businesses and take money year round. (other than maybe some of the big name programs that do fill up their rosters)
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I am confused though. I read the petition, but I don't understand what you want. Usually a petition is to try to get support for a specific course of action. Is this petition just asking for validation that you're right? (for those of you who didn't click it, it's just the first post of this thread, word for word)
I'm not sure how I feel about this. I was OK with the post until I saw that on her petition she is now asking for money. (to join some gym that says she will be "allowed" to join. Huh? Allowed? You're allowed to join any gym you want aren't you? Why do you need permission to join? And why do they want $1600 upfront?)
I'm less convinced on this than I was. Although I have no doubt that this gym or error is shady as all get out... I just think there's more to this story. I've never had to ask a gym to take my kids - even mid season. They're businesses and take money year round. (other than maybe some of the big name programs that do fill up their rosters)
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I am confused though. I read the petition, but I don't understand what you want. Usually a petition is to try to get support for a specific course of action. Is this petition just asking for validation that you're right? (for those of you who didn't click it, it's just the first post of this thread, word for word)
I'm not sure how I feel about this. I was OK with the post until I saw that on her petition she is now asking for money. (to join some gym that says she will be "allowed" to join. Huh? Allowed? You're allowed to join any gym you want aren't you? Why do you need permission to join? And why do they want $1600 upfront?)
I'm less convinced on this than I was. Although I have no doubt that this gym or error is shady as all get out... I just think there's more to this story. I've never had to ask a gym to take my kids - even mid season. They're businesses and take money year round. (other than maybe some of the big name programs that do fill up their rosters)
???
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Yea this whole situation is really crazy. Her and the mom who bought the cupcakes got into it on her Facebook page. She is blaming the owner for everything including "youth depression and suicide" and she is openly soliciting funds for her daughter in support of her "cause". Joining a new gym is not a cause, homelessness is a cause. I also don't like the fact that she is exploiting her daughter, she has publicized her picture and even posted a video (I wasn't able to view) entitled Ryan's story. Believe me I think the owner was wrong for her actions but this mom is definitely taking things too far
I would like to suggest you look at Crimson Heat. I have never been there nor do I know anyone, but from the first time I saw them in 2008 I loved everything, the vibe from the parents, coaches and kids. There parents/kids are SUPER nice. If I ever move back to MD/DC
area they are top on my list!
I am confused though. I read the petition, but I don't understand what you want. Usually a petition is to try to get support for a specific course of action. Is this petition just asking for validation that you're right? (for those of you who didn't click it, it's just the first post of this thread, word for word)
I'm not sure how I feel about this. I was OK with the post until I saw that on her petition she is now asking for money. (to join some gym that says she will be "allowed" to join. Huh? Allowed? You're allowed to join any gym you want aren't you? Why do you need permission to join? And why do they want $1600 upfront?)
I'm less convinced on this than I was. Although I have no doubt that this gym or error is shady as all get out... I just think there's more to this story. I've never had to ask a gym to take my kids - even mid season. They're businesses and take money year round. (other than maybe some of the big name programs that do fill up their rosters)
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I will say that if you joined just about any of the gyms in this area, that amount of money would probably be due, and on higher level teams it might be more. Uniform, back tuition, and competition fees are due upon joining. They do not discount even when you join later. Every level pays the same no matter when you join. At this point, almost all of our comp fees are paid, along with uniform, etc. I am sure there is a way to get on a different payment plan, but that number does not sound too out of line at this point in the season.I am confused though. I read the petition, but I don't understand what you want. Usually a petition is to try to get support for a specific course of action. Is this petition just asking for validation that you're right? (for those of you who didn't click it, it's just the first post of this thread, word for word)
I'm not sure how I feel about this. I was OK with the post until I saw that on her petition she is now asking for money. (to join some gym that says she will be "allowed" to join. Huh? Allowed? You're allowed to join any gym you want aren't you? Why do you need permission to join? And why do they want $1600 upfront?)
I'm less convinced on this than I was. Although I have no doubt that this gym or error is shady as all get out... I just think there's more to this story. I've never had to ask a gym to take my kids - even mid season. They're businesses and take money year round. (other than maybe some of the big name programs that do fill up their rosters)
???
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I will say that if you joined just about any of the gyms in this area, that amount of money would probably be due, and on higher level teams it might be more. Uniform, back tuition, and competition fees are due upon joining. They do not discount even when you join later. Every level pays the same no matter when you join. At this point, almost all of our comp fees are paid, along with uniform, etc. I am sure there is a way to get on a different payment plan, but that number does not sound too out of line at this point in the season.
After pulling up her "petition" I TOTALLY agree with your overview. I live in the area and have not heard of Marlboro either, although it is only located 45 minutes away. I will certainly look for them in the future.I totally agree. However, I don't think for a hot second that that is what is going on here. I sincerely doubt that a gym no one has heard of (I apologize to Marlboro - I think that's the name) is demanding that a 7 year old pay $1600 "within a few days" or she won't be allowed to join. Do I believe that they said she couldn't join without paying in full? Sure. Do I believe they said if it's not in the next couple days then no? Mmmmmm... Doubtful. For a small child in a small gym? This isn't a worlds team, or some gym that's traveling to the Champions League.
My bet is that this woman and her child have a reputation and no gym would take them - and that this gym is trying to cover their losses ahead of time, knowing they'll never see a dime later. She did not "forget" to pay her tuition. I do not believe for one minute that most of those "incidents" happened the way she described them. Again, I fully believe this gym is shady as all get out. I just believe this is 2 shady people in conflict.
And my other bet is that @Mom2Cheergirls is right, and she is a master at telling her story in a way to garner sympathy so people will help her.
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