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Approach Your Gymnastics Coach
Don’t Avoid Any Serious Problem
Other problems that require consultation with the coach include things
like verbal abuse, frequent injuries, too much pressure, a negative coaching
attitude and environment, or problems with teammates that the coach is
not handling.
Observe and Talk to your Child
So the first step is to determine if there is a real problem. Your child
will be the best indicator of this. Does your child dread going to practices
or games? Has your child talked about dropping out of gymnastics or pursuing
some other sport or activity? Does your child consistently come home from
practices unhappy?
Ease Their Fears
You need to talk to your child and try to determine what the actual problem
seems to be from their perspective and evaluate the seriousness and significance
of the situation. They may be reluctant to talk about any problem
because they may be afraid of what might happen if you go to talk to the
coach.
See For Yourself
You may also decide to attend few practices to observe and to determine
for yourself what is actually going on. The problem might not be with the
coach.
Make an Appointment
If you believe that there is a problem with the coach and if the situation
warrants, make a private appointment to meet with the coach, but outside
of practice time. You may wish to let a few days pass first if the situation
would benefit from perspective or a cooling down period on either side.
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