Not too much going on this week due to the Thanksgiving Holiday. I thought I would utilize this blog to talk about the gymnastics/tumbling classes that I have been assisting with each week. The programs that the Delaware Community Center YMCA offers are introductory gymnastics/tumbling classes for children ages 3-12. Because the movements are fairly basic, I feel pretty confident assisting the children and helping them improve.
Like any new programming for a community, interest level is gauged on participation in the program and feedback from the parents. This paticular class is offered on Tuesday evenings and Saturday mornings, with three classes based on age level (not skill). The first class is for pre-school age children with parent participation and the next two classes are based on age without parent involvement.
I have enjoyed working with the children and have found a new appreciation for these instructors. It has been challenging to find ways to course-correct the children when they misbehave and give feedback and instruction in a way they can understand. This is a much different experience than working with adults at my regular job (although adults can be just as challenging at times). I think the new skills I am learning will be valuable as I enter a sports management position. I have interest in entering the fitness or recreation services sector, and this is giving me a better understanding from the perspective of the parents, children, and instructors.
The most challenging part so far has been that the primary instructor has had some attendance issues due to an illness. This illness has affected her work performance and participation in the class. My mentor, Erin, has asked for my feedback on several occasions on the instructors performance. It is sometimes uncomfortable when I have to step-up and take charge of her class when she is underperforming. However, it is beneficial when my previous management experience allows me the confidence to step-up when it is necessary.
Like any new programming for a community, interest level is gauged on participation in the program and feedback from the parents. This paticular class is offered on Tuesday evenings and Saturday mornings, with three classes based on age level (not skill). The first class is for pre-school age children with parent participation and the next two classes are based on age without parent involvement.
I have enjoyed working with the children and have found a new appreciation for these instructors. It has been challenging to find ways to course-correct the children when they misbehave and give feedback and instruction in a way they can understand. This is a much different experience than working with adults at my regular job (although adults can be just as challenging at times). I think the new skills I am learning will be valuable as I enter a sports management position. I have interest in entering the fitness or recreation services sector, and this is giving me a better understanding from the perspective of the parents, children, and instructors.
The most challenging part so far has been that the primary instructor has had some attendance issues due to an illness. This illness has affected her work performance and participation in the class. My mentor, Erin, has asked for my feedback on several occasions on the instructors performance. It is sometimes uncomfortable when I have to step-up and take charge of her class when she is underperforming. However, it is beneficial when my previous management experience allows me the confidence to step-up when it is necessary.
This is one of the basic movements that we teach the children in the Tumbleweeds classes.
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