Several of you make solid points about the care the OP should take with her daughter's self esteem. The rec option you've presented is likely a comfortable alternative for her family (I hope).
hickory,
I'm not saying that only athletes bound for NCAA/Olympic teams should continue with gymnastics. I'm arguing that the incredible expense of higher competitive levels needs to be balanced by something significant that can not be purchased at a lower price.
There is something about the expense of competitive youth athletics that reminds me of the American housing bubble.
hickory,
I'm not saying that only athletes bound for NCAA/Olympic teams should continue with gymnastics. I'm arguing that the incredible expense of higher competitive levels needs to be balanced by something significant that can not be purchased at a lower price.
There is something about the expense of competitive youth athletics that reminds me of the American housing bubble.