Nowadays, "waiting lists" conjure up worrying images of the NHS and much needed treatments that we want NOW but we must try to be a patient patient!

With some groups in the u3a having restricted numbers for various reasons, like the size of the venue, or the optimum number for the subject covered by a group, in such cases other members interested in those groups are invited to put their names on a waiting list
However, unlike the NHS, u3a waiting lists should be viewed as a good thing - an opportunity.
Yet, it seems that instead they are viewed negatively and as a barrier not worth climbing over. 
Waiting lists with more names on the list are a good sign - a great indicator that u3a members are interested in exploring new subjects.
And, if there are sufficient names on a waiting list then perhaps new groups could be started. 
If this is something you would be interested in then please contact us,
There is nothing to prevent there being more than one group covering the same or similar subjects/activities