Interestingly, these are symptoms found from webmd:
- fidgeting, squirming when seated
- getting up frequently to walk or run around
- running or climbing excessively when it's inappropriate (in teens this may appear as restlessness)
- having difficulty playing quietly or engaging in quiet leisure activities
- being always on the go
- often talking excessively
This describes EXACTLY the type of kids I want in the gym!
Lol, you're so right! I'm so excited to see what else you write about.:)
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for stopping by Everyday Gameplan.:)
I'm glad I'm not the only one that feels this way ;)
ReplyDeleteThe gymnastic's teachers I've encountered do not want any of the above. They want my daughter to sit still and behave until it's her turn and they are angry when she isn't passionate enough or serious enough about learning the skills. My daughter is 6 by the way. We're considering taking her out of gymnastics because we are so tired of the teacher complaining about her. Are there gymnastics classes that cater to kids with ADHD?
ReplyDeleteHi Koshertreiffood, Thank you for your comment and from the sounds of it, the coaches aren't doing their job to the best they possibly can. A general rule for coaching gymnastics is to ALWAYS KEEP THEM BUSY! That means no sitting and waiting for turns. A good gymnastics coach will have rest stations so that a line will never form. A 6 year old, even without ADHD would get bored being in a line waiting to do some awesome gymnastics too! There are gymnastics centers that cater to kids with special needs, depending on your area. What I would suggest before signing her up is to observe the classes. Questions and things to Look for: Are the kids moving constantly? Is the coach smiling? Are the kids smiling? Does it look safe? Are the kids and coach sweating at the end of the class? Feel free to ask other parents if they are happy with the program as well.
ReplyDeleteIf she is not having FUN she will never be serious about learning new skills. That's the number one reason children at all levels leave the gym. Find her a fun place where she will fall in love with the sport. If you need any help locating a good gym for her, feel free to contact me. :)