Category: parents

crying at Gymnastics

Anne Josephson:

Is pushing kids until they cry just a part of gymnastics?

Here is the answer: yes and no.

… there are times when kids cry for a host of reasons that are normal and acceptable, perhaps even good. Crying can release tension. It can cue us that what we are doing matters. It can let the adults around the child know that the child is in distress and may need comforting or further guidance.

So how is a parent to know when the tears are a warning sign versus when the tears are just a normal part of life? Here are some things to consider …

IS PUSHING KIDS UNTIL THEY CRY JUST A PART OF GYMNASTICS?

related – THE KEY TO HAVING A HAPPY RELATIONSHIP WITH YOUR COACH, ATHLETE OR PARENT

Nick Ruddock interviews Ellie Seitz

Great interview.

Ellie is still psyched training for her 3rd Olympics. Even with a 1-year delay.

She loves Gymnastics and it shows in her performances.

I wasn’t surprised to hear that Ellie was not the perfect hotshot wunder child gymnast. She was not petite. Not flexible. Not all that powerful. In fact coaches suggested her Mom consider other sports.

Many of the greatest gymnasts of all time were not the best kids in their precomp group. Beth Tweddle was another.

It’s dumb for coaches to dismiss young children for lack of talent.

Dumb.

One of Ellie’s talents is courage. In fact she states she is never afraid — one reason she likes training the big skills including Def.

rule of 2 – ONLINE

The ‘Rule of Two’ should continue ONLINE, of course.

Any electronic communication to young athletes should be copied to parents, at least.

Communication between one coach and one athlete should be banned. 

Via Gymnastics Saskatchewan.

Excellent online home REC Gymnastics classes

See the full YouTube Playlist HERE.

This from a club called Gymnastics USA in Florida.

Click PLAY or watch an INTRODUCTION on YouTube.

Click PLAY or watch LESSON #1 on YouTube.

It’s for kids that have less than 6 months experience in Gymnastics

(via RecGymnastics.com)

U.S. Elite Coaches Association letter to Congress

Dear Members of Congress

We are children’s fitness facility coaches, vendors, owners in your districts and states, who directly work with the children in each of your jurisdictions.

In the face of the rapid spread of COVID-19, we are very concerned that our youth sport business industry may not survive this pandemic or the resulting economic downturn. Lawmakers are rightly focused on sending immediate aid and support to our most vulnerable businesses and workers. We are a vulnerable group so vitally important within our community – we hope and pray we are included in the conversation.

We represent the over 200,000 employees of approximately 4,000 children’s fitness facilities …

… we are now fighting for our survival. …

read more (PDF)

 

United States Gymnastics Club Owners Association at risk

SANDY SPOKOINY-FLORES:

The United States Gymnastics Club Owners Association pleads with our elected officials to hear our cries for help as we not only see our own economic plight, but we also dread the possibility of us not being able to survive and continue to do what we do for the communities we serve. …

We would like to suggest an immediate, nationwide 2-month freeze of mortgages and/or rent for our businesses, as well as for all homeowners and renters affected by these closures. …

 

McKayla Maroney update

Click PLAY or watch it on Twitter.

TIPS for parents with kids at home

Robert Andrews:

The shutdown of schools and all sports programs has created quite a shock wave in the families, homes, and lives of athletes who suddenly find themselves without a sport.

I have been receiving a lot of inquiries from parents seemingly lost on what to do with their athletes at home. …

Normalize the first week or two …

Have regular family meetings …

Help your kids create a written planner …

Empower them to take responsibility …

Connect with others …

Try new things to stimulate your mind, body, and emotions …

read more …

A Parents Guide to the Sports Shut Down

GYM SCHOOL with U.S. gymnasts & coaches

I’ve seen a LOT of options online where gymnasts at home can log in for workouts and inspiration. Most are free.

This GYM SCHOOL costs $79 for a 6 week course — but has the potential to be best of all.

Half of that $79 goes back to the individual athlete’s club within two weeks of the conclusion of the program. Awesome.

Starting March 23rd, classes will be held 3 times a day on weekdays.

40 instructors leading 90 Facebook live classes.

Many online programs are USA only — but this one is available worldwide for anyone with a Facebook account.

Click through for details.

Or email Cory Tomlinson at cory (a) youmakeitloud.com with questions.