So a few weeks ago we got a schedule for the school year that had the level 6s working 12 hours in 4 week nights 530 to 830. Evidently I was the only one that moved things around to make it work because my kid want to be a 6, and I'm willing to make that happen.
As a result, the schedule has been modified to 3 nights a week for a total of 9 hours. For my 9 year old, I just don't think that's enough to make the jump from 5 to 6. He needs more reps and time. We basically gave up our day that would only be the 6's so now all practices are preterm to level 6 with about 14 to one. I'm sure my kid could repeat level 5 for a 3rd year with all the bonuses and have a good year at 9 hours. There is another gym that we could move to where he would get more time, but that isn't ideal.
Am I wrong that 9 hours isn't really enough? Do I talk to him to clarify what he wants so I can make choices based on that? The coaches email suggested that semi privates might be an option, but that isn't really an ongoing option for our family. Any thoughts?
As a result, the schedule has been modified to 3 nights a week for a total of 9 hours. For my 9 year old, I just don't think that's enough to make the jump from 5 to 6. He needs more reps and time. We basically gave up our day that would only be the 6's so now all practices are preterm to level 6 with about 14 to one. I'm sure my kid could repeat level 5 for a 3rd year with all the bonuses and have a good year at 9 hours. There is another gym that we could move to where he would get more time, but that isn't ideal.
Am I wrong that 9 hours isn't really enough? Do I talk to him to clarify what he wants so I can make choices based on that? The coaches email suggested that semi privates might be an option, but that isn't really an ongoing option for our family. Any thoughts?