I agree, but this instructor is the only one who teaches DD's level at this gym. The next level for her would be team. But I would like a team coach's opinion as well. I may ask about that.
Yes, I'm going to be talking with one of the ladies in charge there. I do happen to know that this instructor is the only one who teaches the classes at DD's level, so I don't think I'd be able to move her to another instructor, which stinks. Honestly, all the other instructors at this gym have...
Thanks so much to everyone for your input. Honestly, I'm no expert, but the things that she really has down- her cartwheels, handstands, and kickovers- she looks very graceful doing them (I think). She always does a solid salute after every skill as well. I really wish she had her other coach...
Thanks for the add to this forum. I'm a fairly new gymnastics parent- my DD is 10 and has been doing gymnastics for about 2 years. She is not yet at competition level, but she has been steadily learning & growing and she hopes to compete one day. She is passionate about it and would rather be...