I am sure every situation is different. However, it is important to note that the aggressive coaching approach used by some of these gyms is likely a screening process. That is, throwing big skills early and being fast tracked, etc. Yes, for those who undergo this process, there will be some (very) successful achievers but there will be many times more who will not make it to be a good all around gymnast.
I am not qualified to say nor have I been around large and high profile gym to know for sure, but from where I'm standing as a parent I have seen the latter scenario way too many times. Looking back, I am just glad that my now 13-yo took the "slow" road (and so is she because she is as happy as she can be).
I am not qualified to say nor have I been around large and high profile gym to know for sure, but from where I'm standing as a parent I have seen the latter scenario way too many times. Looking back, I am just glad that my now 13-yo took the "slow" road (and so is she because she is as happy as she can be).