Watch If They Ask
While there may be instances where it is not true, in general, it is a good idea to watch your child do their gymnastics if they ask that you do.  Try to understand the reason (the underlying need) they wish you to watch.  They may have a desire to share something that is important to them with you.  You don't want to miss this opportunity,

Observe Regularly but at Intervals
 Parents will find it easier to see progress of they observe at regular intervals, rather than every day.  Step by step progress, even on a daily basis, is not as dramatic as viewing progress on a monthly basis, either at practice, exhibitions or competitions.

Insist on Viewing Privileges
 In this day and age, it seems more appropriate that any gym be open to parents if they should desire it for whatever reason.  Some parents schedules may preclude viewing their gymnasts during normally scheduled viewing times.  Parents should also be able to observe the safety and well-being of their children at any time.

Watch Every Meet
Meets are a great way to regularly view your gymnast's progress. You want to go and watch every meet that you can.  The spacing between meets provides a view of the natural progression your gymnast will be making and you will most likely and should see individual progress from meet to meet.  Look first for your child's personal progress, not medals.  Progress is more important.

Do What’s Best for Your Child’s Progress
 Parents should remember that their gymnast’s progress is likely to be faster if they do not view too often.  Viewing once a month is an acceptable amount, either during formal situations or in their regular practice time.

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