Team or Solo Sports? 3 Things to Consider
August 24, 2010, By Catherine Couretas 0 comments
Individual Sports
In these sports, children are sometimes on a team but are scored or judged based on individual performance.
Some Options:
GymnasticsSwimming
Figure SkatingKarate
Individual performance is a main focus at practices for these sports. In gymnastics, for example, the instructor spots each child individually on skills, whether it’s on the floor or another piece of equipment. In swimming, the coach will record individual times for each swimmer and help them improve.
The team aspect of some of these sports still exists. Though it’s not as dominant, in gymnastics and swimming, the team’s overall score does count. In sports like figure skating and karate, there isn’t necessarily a team score, but other kids may be at the same level as your child and attending the same practices. They’ll end up chatting with familiar faces and making friends.
Major pro: Kids are independent and learn to perform in front of large crowds. They’re able to stand on their own and enjoy individual projects and presentations in school.
Major con: They’re not getting as involved with others their age. Other kids are on sports teams and working with others on a regular basis.
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