You’ve done it. You’ve sent your child off to their first gymnastics lesson and
they’re loving it! They’re enjoying making friends, being active and feeling extra cute in their sparkly leotard – and you’ve even got a couple of extra hours off! However,
it’s important that the encouragement doesn’t stop when they’re at home, so here’s
how you can go above and beyond to encourage your child to become an
exceptional gymnast and fully enjoy their classes, whether they’re a beginner or they
compete.
1. Think happy thoughts.
It’s totally normal for us to compare ourselves to our peers, even as kids, so if
your child is comparing their progress to their friend’s, that’s okay! However,
reinforcing a positive mindset by focussing on your child’s successes and
achievements in gymnastics can be really supportive and ensure your child doesn’t
develop any insecurities surrounding exercise and competition. Remind them that
effort, consistency, and enjoyment are far more important than perfection.
2. Eat up!
Healthy eating can fuel an energised session in a way that nothing else truly can.
Giving your child a nutritious diet and ensuring they stay hydrated, especially just
before and after a gymnastics lesson, can be really important in supporting their
physical demands.
3. Build a balanced schedule.
In between schoolwork, visiting House of GPA, and any other extracurricular
activities they may have, your child may have little time to rest. Maintaining a well-
rounded lifestyle will ensure your little one doesn’t experience burn out, and set them
up for a happy, healthy life.
4. Don’t push them too hard.
We all want our kids to do well, and love seeing them happy when they achieve
great results. However, being overbearing can sometimes put your child off wanting
to partake in gymnastics. We understand this is a hard balance to get right, but
maintaining your kid’s confidence while ensuring they don’t feel pressured into
completing an activity can be vital to their development and well-being.
By keeping to these rules, you will ensure your child reaches their full mental
and physical potential in gymnastics. We want kids to make the most out of their
lessons here at House of GPA and can’t wait to watch them grow!
If your child isn’t enrolled in one of our classes, you can do so by clicking the
link below – we offer trial sessions to ensure we’re the right match for you!
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