I did stop by the office on my way out and complained.  They told me that they are a YMCA so they have a large focus on classes so it is part of their culture.  I said I get that, but they took up the one place to deadlift/clean and they were talking most of the time anyways.  I was then told that they want the workout room to be a friendly no pressure zone so some socializing is encouraged.  I then realized that they were trying to copy Planet Fatness and gave up arguing.  It is the only gym in my town so I don't really have many options unfortunately.