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The big factor for recreational clubs is finding the right way to build longevity into your programs.
For some kids learning cool skills will keep them in the gym for years. But the advantage of team is that there are more long term goals built it.
Such as hitting higher levels, winning competitions, going to states or regionals or nationals, College scholarships, elite etc.
Also being in the gym so much they get very close to their teammates. Not wanting to leave friends that become like family also keeps them in the gym.
To make a rec program successful you need to find your own way to create long term goals.
For some kids learning cool skills will keep them in the gym for years. But the advantage of team is that there are more long term goals built it.
Such as hitting higher levels, winning competitions, going to states or regionals or nationals, College scholarships, elite etc.
Also being in the gym so much they get very close to their teammates. Not wanting to leave friends that become like family also keeps them in the gym.
To make a rec program successful you need to find your own way to create long term goals.